Author Sally O’Reilly to Present Hagtale Reading in Haworth
October 12, 2026Upcoming event to explore lost stories and historical fiction
On Thursday 26 November 2026, author Sally O’Reilly will present an evening focused on her novel Hagtale at Wave of Nostalgia in Haworth. The event will begin at 7pm and is available both in person and online via Zoom.
About the novel and event
Hagtale is a historical novel set in eleventh-century Scotland and later periods, weaving together the stories of two characters separated by centuries. The narrative follows Wulva, a feral wolf-child raised by witches who becomes entangled with the ambitious Lord Macbeth, and Brother Rowan, who embarks on a journey to document the history of the Scottish king-line at a remote monastery three hundred years later.
The term “hagtale” refers to a dark fable traditionally told around winter fires, a form of storytelling known to Shakespeare but not previously recorded in writing until now.
During the event, Sally O’Reilly will read from her novel, discuss its themes, and answer audience questions. Copies of the book will be available for signing.
Event details
- Date and time: Thursday 26 November 2026, 7pm to 8:15pm
- Location: Wave of Nostalgia, 74 Main Street, Haworth, BD22 8DP
- Online access: Available via Zoom
- Ticket price: £5
- Age guidance: 16 and over
Attendees at the physical venue will receive a complimentary drink, with options including wine, tea, or coffee. All participants, whether attending in person or online, will be eligible for a 10% discount on all books purchased at the shop or online.
Additional information
Wave of Nostalgia is a local bookshop in Haworth known for hosting literary and cultural events. This event is part of a wider programme of talks, readings, and performances available to the Bradford district community.
For ticket purchases and further details, interested individuals can visit the event page on the Wave of Nostalgia or related local listings.
