MLF presents Lee Child: My Life in Books

One of the world’s most celebrated crime writers, Lee Child joins us for an evening of insight and storytelling as he discusses the inspirations behind his work and the books that have shaped and influenced him as a writer. He will also offer an early look at his gripping new novel, Chain Reaction.  
 
In this latest thriller, Reacher is called upon to investigate the murder of a covert operative, a mission that leads him into a web of secrets and powerful interests that threatens to spiral out of control.  
 
Exploring his love of crime fiction, his early days as a writer, his time in Manchester working for Granada Television and the enduring popularity of Jack Reacher, Lee will reflect on the craft of creating suspense and his remarkable career.  
 
‘There’s only one Jack Reacher. Accept no substitutes.’ Mick Herron  
 
‘These books are absolutely addictive. When you pick them up you can’t put them down.’ George R. Martin 
 
Lee Child was born in Coventry and raised in Birmingham, and is the internationally bestselling author of the Jack Reacher series, with more than 100 million books sold worldwide. Lee is the recipient of many awards including Author of the Year at the 2019 British Book Awards.

 
A Manchester Literature Festival event.