Dawn Fench Friday 26th June 2026 Kornel an Verdh - 5pm
Bio
Dawn French is a bestselling British author, actor and writer, widely recognised for her powerful and deeply resonant contributions to contemporary fiction. In recent years, French has firmly established herself as a significant literary voice, earning both critical acclaim and commercial success for her emotionally intelligent storytelling and distinctive narrative style.
Her novels, including A Tiny Bit Marvellous, Oh Dear Silvia, According to Yes, and Because of You, have reached a wide and devoted readership, combining warmth, wit and profound emotional depth. French’s writing is particularly noted for its exploration of human relationships, identity and the complexities of inner lives, often engaging with sensitive and challenging themes through a lens of empathy and honesty.
A Women’s Prize for Fiction longlisted author, Dawn French continues to evolve as a novelist unafraid to confront darker and more complex subject matter. Her latest work, Enough, represents a bold and deeply affecting addition to her body of work. This serious and emotionally charged novel explores difficult themes and comes with a clear trigger warning, reflecting French’s commitment to telling stories that are both meaningful and unflinching.
Audiences will have the opportunity to experience this work in a live setting as bestselling, Women’s Prize for Fiction longlisted author Dawn French joins Morvala Festival of Arts for a special In Conversation Event on Friday, 26 June, to discuss her latest novel, Enough. This will be followed by a short book signing.
Taking place at Mount Edgcumbe, Cornwall, Morvala Festival of Arts 2026 brings together literature, music, theatre and visual arts, offering a unique setting to engage with one of the UK’s most compelling contemporary authors.
🌿 Morvala Festival of Arts
📍 Mount Edgcumbe Country Park, Cornwall
🗓️ 25–28 June 2026
🎟️ morvalafestival.com