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6 February 2016
Libraries aren't just for bookworms, they encourage the reader in everyone
Libraries are a melting pot of styles, genres and interest types. Where else can a young person really explore their love of reading, beyond the interests of their friends, family and the same old reading curriculum?
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5 February 2016
Competition brief: Can art change the world?
Until 30th April 2016, we're calling for art works that make a difference.
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4 February 2016
What goes on at...Life and Deaf
Last December, Life & Deaf won the Arts and Culture Award at Children and Young People Now Awards, sponsored by Arts Award. Their winning project What the Jackdaw Saw is a children's book that takes an inventive look at sign language.
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31 January 2016
Cover to cover: #ReadingGoals
January is the month of resolutions, but by now the gym memberships have probably started gathering dust. So if you are feeling too lazy to go to the gym why not exercise your mind with some reading resolutions.
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14 January 2016
The top 10 books for 2016
Looking for some new reading material for 2016? Or maybe you fancy revisiting the classics? Here's what I'll be reading this year.
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11 January 2016 – 11 March 2016
Let Loose 2016
A collaborative project created entirely by young people to raise awareness of social issues that affect the youth.
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8 January 2016
How literature shapes our language, the way we think and who we are
Literature has helped to create the language that we use to understand the world around us, express ourselves and ultimately define who we are.
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6 January 2016
Want my job?...with Joelle Taylor
From the archive: Last April, we met the superb poet, spoken word artist, playwright, novelist and general wordsmith, Joelle Taylor. Who better, to call on for thoughts about using art to change the world?
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4 January 2016
Arts Award movers and shakers: Darren Henley
Chief Executive of Arts Council England talks to Voice about his job, the importance of Arts Award, and the significance of the Arts sector in general
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22 December 2015
Your Christmas reading list, sorted!
When the weather is cold, the fire is burning and you've had too many mince pies, what better winter activity than to curl up with a festive read? Turn off the TV and pick up on of these Christmassy books, all you need to do is make the hot chocolate!
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10 December 2015
Writing in the digital age
Is the internet the death of good journalism? Is it the potential for diverse opinions? Is it a terrific platform for young writers?
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3 December 2015
The Sawyer Studies
18-year-old Noah Altshuler works as playwright-in-residence at the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, Connecticut. An enormous Twain fan, the young writer has produced a set of three short plays based on the popular novel Tom Sawyer, published in 1876 and based largely on Twain's own youth.
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1 December 2015
Celebrate Arts Award’s first decade by choosing the best art!
We're celebrating Arts Award turning 10, and this December we want YOU to choose the best in the arts since 2005. Remember to add your email address when you vote, so we can add you to our prize draw to WIN A Hudl, £40 Theatre Tokens, an annual under-26 Art Pass OR £20 iTunes Voucher. We'll keep the polls open until 16th December and will announce the most popular moments between Christmas and New Year...get voting!
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27 November 2015
An open letter to Writing
I love writing, but we have had our difficulties.
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27 November 2015
Where Are They Now? with Jonathan Tebble
We catch up with author Jon about his new book and Arts Award experience!
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27 November 2015
Where are they now? with Amerah Saleh
Freelance, spoken word poet, workshop facilitator, and Founder of Creative Superheros talks to Voice about how her career, and how Arts Award aided her development
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23 November 2015
Top tip 8: Is that my reflection?
Tip: Make a plan, keep a diary, review on video, think. It's what Arts Award's about (as well as art). Enjoy watching Dom working out his strengths and weaknesses!
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23 November 2015
Top tip 6: My beautiful portfolio
This is where you show off your wonderful work so get it going it from the off. Document everything as you go – or you'll miss out best bits! Your portfolio may come in handy for college or job interviews, so make sure you're proud! Take a look at Tom's Gold portfolio or Dan's Gold Blog or Corina's Bronze work experience blog.