Harborough Culture Café – Sue Moorcroft and Phillipa Ashley

It’s an exciting summer for authors Phillipa Ashley and Sue Moorcroft.

Phillipa’s newest book, A Wedding Under the Cornish Sky, will be published in June, followed by Sue’s latest title, Secrets of the Italian Guesthouse, in July.  In 2026, Phillipa also celebrates 20 years as a published author. Between them, they have written more than 50 books and sold over two million copies.

In this candid and engaging chat, Phillipa and Sue will explore the inspirations behind their latest books, the characters who surprised them, and the real-life experiences that shape their stories. Expect a lively discussion about relationships, ambition, friendship, modern life – and why stories about connection continue to resonate so powerfully today.

If you love great storytelling, compelling characters, and hearing writers speak honestly about their craft and creative process, this evening with two bestselling authors of the Romance genre is for you.

There will be an audience Q&A, and signed copies of the authors’ latest books will be available to purchase after the event.

Come for the conversation, learn about the art of writing, and maybe leave with your next favourite read!

(Thanks to Hana at Penguin Random House for inviting Harborough Culture Cafe to host this special event, which is a taster for Market Harborough’s first Literary Festival on September 26th and 27th 2026.)