Aims

The aims of the Havant Literary Festival are to celebrate the written and spoken word in the Borough of Havant.

To establish Havant as a centre of literary excellence by attracting high quality speakers, nurturing and showcasing local writing talent and providing new opportunities for local people to experience literature in direct, accessible and dynamic ways.
To promote, encourage and develop participation in all aspects of the literary arts in Havant.
To promote literacy and a life-long love of reading across all sections of the community, including the very youngest.
To create a sense of occasion and identification with the Havant Literary Festival and the other events it promotes, raising the profile of Havant nationally and stimulating economic opportunities for local businesses.