FAB!, the Brinkworth events company, has won a contract to organise the Daily Mail book club lunches.

Monday, April 24 sees the inaugural lunch at the Assembly Rooms in Bath. It gives readers the chance to meet authors Marina Lewicka winner of the British Book Awards for best newcomer of the year and Carole Cadwallader.

They will be joined by guest speaker Barry Cryer, renowned author, wit and raconteur.

The day starts with coffee at 11am followed by a three-course lunch and then a question and answer session and book signing.

FAB! have been instrumental in bringing other literary organisations to Bath over the past few years, such as The Oldie Magazine for their regional literary lunches and also their piano weekend which will be returning to Bath in May.

Tickets are available for the lunch and can be booked on 01225 463362. Tickets cost £45.