An afternoon with Matt Graydon Author Talk at Godalming Library

Join us at Godalming Library for an afternoon with local author Matt Graydon as he talks about his book Leaving Fatherland.

Leaving Fatherland is his first novel and provides a different take on what it was like to be in the Luftwaffe during WW2. With scenes inspired by real events, it follows book-loving protagonist Oskar from his childhood in Nazi Germany to New York City and beyond, as he struggles to come to terms with his father’s abuse.

The session will end with some audience questions and a book signing.

Key information about booking:

• The event starts at 2.30pm
• The event is suitable for adults
• Please purchase a ticket for each person attending.
• There is a charge of £5 per ticket
• Booking is essential, so be quick to avoid disappointment
• Free refreshments will be served.
• Please arrive 10 minutes early
• Books will be available to purchase on the day.

About Matt Graydon:

In Matt Graydon’s early career he trained and then worked as a journalist for local and national newspapers, developing research skills that proved vital in his historical fiction writing. In recent years he rekindled his love of creative writing, attending expert writing courses by Faber and others to develop his craft.

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