Bookish parties I’d love to attend

 

Back when I did the fictional places I’d like to visit, the lovely Isobel Necessary @Literally Literary requested that I talk about fictional parties I’d like to attend. This is such a *fab* idea, cos everyone loves a good party (even if their idea of a good party is drinking hot chocolate and reading with friends in their pyjamas this… although I may just be talking about myself 😉). Before I get to it, I have to recommend checking out her site- cos it’s like a full-on rave over there! I’ll wait for you back… okay hope you didn’t get too drunk on books while you were over there… now, get your glad rags out and let’s go to town!

 

Gatsby’s Party– there ain’t no party like a Gatsby party! I’ve always had a bit of a penchant for the roaring 20s, but Gatsby goes to a whole other level, so naturally this tops my list.

Yule Ball– there are so many get-togethers and feasts in the Wizarding World, but nothing compares to the Yule Ball. Give me half a chance and I’d be dusting off my dress robes and dancing along to the Weird Sisters with the best of them!

A Court of Frost and Starlight– I just really want to go to the Night Court, is that so much to ask? And the best time seems to be the Winter Solstice- the festivities and magic in the air seems stronger somehow…

Bilbo Baggin’s Eleventy First Birthday- Tolkien really does know how to set things off with a bang- and I’m not just talking about Gandalf’s fireworks. This is one of my favourite book openers- and for good reason. I think we all feel like we’re a part of the action when we’re instantly thrown into this fun, Hobbit tradition.

The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party- of course, as a British person, I have to throw in a tea party 😉 Now, this may not be your traditional fare, but no one could argue against the sheer entertainment value of your hosts. This bonkers fare will (probably) put you in a good mood (or else drive you crazy). Just don’t expect to get any more tea…

Macbeth’s Banquet– rather an inconvenient time for a haunting, but this is precisely the moment Banquo’s ghost picks to turn up, making murdery Macbeth look a little mad. Granted, I’m not sure this is the kind of party you necessarily want to attend… but imagine the tall-tales you’d have to tell afterwards.

Fancy dress ball at Manderley– I won’t say what happens- because it’s spoilery- but it’s a little bit of a shocking moment in the book where *drama goes down*. It’s such an iconic moment and I urge you to check out the book to know more… 

Victor’s Party– not just because the setting and costumes are elaborate, but also because of the schemes. The real reason it’s so good is… (highlight for spoilers) any party where Hitler gets shot- even if it’s not a real Hitler- is a good party.

ExcelsiCon Cosplay Ball- moving into the (sort of) real world, this modern take on a traditional tale makes me want to attend a real con someday, because this sounds such fun. Plus, I get to say: Geekerella shall go to the ball!

The Party at Blackheath– this whole book is centred around a party- though I shan’t say more than that because there’s more to it than it seems…

Well that’s all for now! I’d love to hear some recommendations from you guys- what fictional parties do you think are worth attending? Let me know in the comments!