An Evening with Esther Walker & Giles Coren: How to Get Published

We are delighted to welcome journalist and author Esther Walker, together with her husband Giles Coren – restaurant critic for The Times, broadcaster, and presenter of BBC’s Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby – to Winchester House Club on Wednesday 22nd October 2025 for a special literary evening celebrating the launch of Esther’s new book, Well, This Is Awkward.

Their talk, How to Get Published, promises to be a lively and entertaining exploration of the writing and publishing process, full of candid insights, sharp advice for aspiring authors, and plenty of humour.

Esther is a widely published journalist and author, known for her witty food writing, national newspaper features, and her much-loved blog. She will discuss the inspiration behind Well, This Is Awkward and share her experiences of life in publishing – with Giles adding his trademark wit and perspective along the way.

Copies of Well, This Is Awkward will be available to purchase on the evening.

Programme:

7:30pm – Talk begins, followed by audience Q&A
Tickets: £15 for members | £20 for guests. This includes a glass of wine on arrival.
Club Supper: Informal two-course supper available afterwards for £22.50

Together, Esther and Giles promise an evening of insight, laughter, and lively conversation — not to be missed.