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4 November 2016
We are all Daniel Blake
An authentic, unbelievably genuine and amenable portrait of contemporary Britain, surrounding issues between authorities and benefit allowance; deprivation and society's often indignified relationship with the Tory government. The one and only, "I, Daniel Blake".
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1 November 2016
200 Years at the Fitzwilliam
"…a good, substantial and convenient Museum Repository or other Building..."
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28 October 2016
The Nailmakers’ Daughters
Three poets from the Black Country present a selection of poems from their nail-industry-themed anthology "The Nailmakers' Daughters".
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27 October 2016
How to Travel-Write
Marie Kreft presented a Travel writing workshop in the heart of Shropshire, after the release of her latest book. I mulled over my thoughts from a couple of weeks ago- and now I have conclusive findings I want to share! How do you TRAVEL-WRITE?
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25 October 2016
The Power of the Poet: Moniza Alvi
Moniza Alvi has published five anthologies: two with Oxford University Press and three with Bloodaxe books. Her poetry reading, at the Literary Festival in my hometown, was emotionally stirring; each poem with significance and hidden implications.
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22 October 2016
Studio 5 Genesis Cinema
Earlier this week I checked out one of the coolest cinema spots in London. Fun, affordable and definitely one to visit
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20 October 2016
Justin Bieber Fever hits LONDON!
Justin Bieber has hit the UK with his 'Purpose Tour', but what did Arts Award Activist Kheira think?
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10 October 2016
Millennials: Are They Screwed?
Marisa Bate, Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett and Michele Hanson discuss what lies in store for children of the millennium at Cheltenham Literature Festival this year.
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10 October 2016
Millennial Lives: Our Lives Online @ CheltLitFest 2016
Part of the "Millenial Lives" event at Cheltenham Literature festival, Ella Woodward and Lliana Bird join a discussion on the pros and cons of online presences- however big or small- in the twenty-first century.
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10 October 2016
Mary Beard @ Cheltenham Literature Festival 2016
One of the world's foremost classicists talks of the lasting legacy of the Roman Empire, and why this still matters today.
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6 October 2016
UCL History of Art Taster Day
Term has started, personal statements are being prepared and thoughts on uni are all anyone talks about. Earlier this year I got the opportunity to find out about a pretty cool degree in the arts. Take a read... it might just be the one for you.
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2 October 2016
Clare Balding
Clare Balding discusses her first children's book - The Racehorse Who Wouldn't Gallop and her inspirations behind it.
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2 October 2016
Spinning Stories
Fleur Alexander takes us on an interactive adventure through some of the best loved children's books.
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2 October 2016
Marcus Sedgwick
YA author Marcus Sedgewick takes us on an intriguing journey to Mexico in his latest book.
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2 October 2016
Everybody ❤'s Jane Austen
Ever wondered what happened to Lydia Bennett in Brighton? Natasha Farrant talks about her retelling and extension of the youngest sister in Pride and Predjudice.
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1 October 2016
Roald Dahl's Most Villainous Villains at Bath Children's Literature Festival
Who is Roald Dahl's worst villain? We found out at Bath Children's Literature Festival
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1 October 2016
Captain Pug at Bath Children's Literature Festival
It is clear that Laura James has created a well-loved Pug from the excitement at Bath Children's Literature Festival