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Milly Johnson in conversation

Milly Johnson – Let the Bells Ring Out

Friday 9 October 2026

7-8pm

£8

Maidstone Town Hall

Join us for a wonderful evening with bestselling novelist Milly Johnson, one of Britain's most beloved contemporary authors, in conversation with acclaimed Kent author Lucy Strange.

Renowned for her warm, witty storytelling and unforgettable characters, Milly Johnson has captivated millions of readers with novels that celebrate friendship, family, resilience and the joy of new beginnings. Since the publication of her debut novel, The Yorkshire Pudding Club, she has become a Sunday Times bestselling author, with more than twenty novels to her name. Her books are treasured for their humour, heart and emotional depth, offering stories that are both uplifting and deeply relatable.

Inspired by everyday life and the extraordinary moments hidden within it, Milly creates richly drawn characters whose journeys of love, loss, hope and self-discovery have earned her a devoted readership across the UK and beyond. Her novels remind us that happiness can often be found in unexpected places, making them the perfect escape for readers who enjoy heartfelt, life-affirming fiction.

Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering Milly's work for the first time, this promises to be an engaging, insightful and entertaining evening celebrating the power of stories and the people who create them.

MILLY JOHNSON was born, raised and still lives in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. A Sunday Times bestseller, she is one of the Top 10 Female Fiction authors in the UK, and has sold millions of copies of her books sold across the world. Same Time Next Week is her twenty-second novel.

Milly’s writing highlights the importance of community spirit and the magic of kindness. Her books inspire and uplift but she packs a punch and never shies away from the hard realities of life and the complexities of relationships in her stories. Her books champion women, their strength and resilience, and celebrate love, friendship and the possibility and joy of second chances and renaissances. She writes stories about ordinary women and the extraordinary things that happen in their ordinary lives.

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