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Mahmoud Darwish | 14-Aug-08
The great Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish has died at the age of 67.
The great Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish has died at the age of 67.
The Poetry Treatment ? new project in major UK hospital | 26-Jul-08
Year long collaboratory project between The Poetry Trust, Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals.
Year long collaboratory project between The Poetry Trust, Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals.
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR BRAND LITERARY MAGAZINE | 26-Jul-08
BRAND Literary Magazine is now accepting submissions for Issue 4.
BRAND Literary Magazine is now accepting submissions for Issue 4.
Queen is asked to appoint first female poet laureate in 340 years | 15-Jun-08
The Queen is asked to appoint first female poet laureate after 22 men in 340 years.
The Queen is asked to appoint first female poet laureate after 22 men in 340 years.
Writers enjoy a share of £25,000 | 12-May-08
New Writing North is delighted to announce the winners of this year's Northern Writers' Awards ahead of the public event that will celebrate the winning writers' work.
New Writing North is delighted to announce the winners of this year's Northern Writers' Awards ahead of the public event that will celebrate the winning writers' work.
Poetry and Health | 12-May-08
Poems in the Waiting Room would like to hear about any examples of the impact of poetry in the health services.
Poems in the Waiting Room would like to hear about any examples of the impact of poetry in the health services.
Exiled Writers Ink Mentoring and Translation Scheme | 04-May-08
Exiled Writers INK is running a mentoring scheme to match writers in exile with well known writers in the UK. You will work together intensively over a year, leading to publications/ readings and new opportunities.
Exiled Writers INK is running a mentoring scheme to match writers in exile with well known writers in the UK. You will work together intensively over a year, leading to publications/ readings and new opportunities.
Obituary: Brian Cox | 04-May-08
PN Review founder Brian Cox died last week.
PN Review founder Brian Cox died last week.
The winners of the 2008 Christopher Tower Poetry Prize | 29-Apr-08
17 April 2008, Oxford ? The winners of the 2008 Christopher Tower Poetry Prize, the UK?s most prestigious award for 16 to 18 year old aspiring poets, have been announced today at a luncheon reception at Christ Church in Oxford.
17 April 2008, Oxford ? The winners of the 2008 Christopher Tower Poetry Prize, the UK?s most prestigious award for 16 to 18 year old aspiring poets, have been announced today at a luncheon reception at Christ Church in Oxford.
Enigma: Call for submissions | 18-Apr-08
The first edition will be published in September and the deadline for submissions is 31st July.
The first edition will be published in September and the deadline for submissions is 31st July.
BISHOPSGATE INSTITUTE APPOINTS FIRST EVER POET IN RESIDENCE | 17-Apr-08
Writer, editor and promoter Tom Chivers has been appointed the first ever Poet in Residence at Bishopsgate Institute.
Writer, editor and promoter Tom Chivers has been appointed the first ever Poet in Residence at Bishopsgate Institute.
Archie Markham (1939-2008) | 11-Apr-08
Archie Markham died on 23 March 2008 in Paris.
Archie Markham died on 23 March 2008 in Paris.
Gillian Clarke announced as Welsh National Poet | 06-Apr-08
"The Arts Council of Wales is proud to sponsor Gillian Clarke as our third National Poet".
"The Arts Council of Wales is proud to sponsor Gillian Clarke as our third National Poet".
Ruth Padel as Writer in Residece at Somrset House | 06-Apr-08
Somerset House is delighted to welcome Ruth Padel as Writer in Residence.
Somerset House is delighted to welcome Ruth Padel as Writer in Residence.
Succour 8: Call For Submissions | 26-Mar-08
We are now accepting submissions for Succour 8. The title/theme of the issue will be Icons.
We are now accepting submissions for Succour 8. The title/theme of the issue will be Icons.
20x20 Magazine: Call for Submissions | 26-Mar-08
The magazine will be approximately 80-100 pages, b&w. As the title of our publication states, the format is 20x20 cm. The meta-words for Issue one are: Gone Beyond Writers are invited to submit pieces up to 1,500 words.
The magazine will be approximately 80-100 pages, b&w. As the title of our publication states, the format is 20x20 cm. The meta-words for Issue one are: Gone Beyond Writers are invited to submit pieces up to 1,500 words.
Poetry in the Pews Competition Winners | 20-Mar-08
Poetry in the Pews Adult and Childrens' Winners
Poetry in the Pews Adult and Childrens' Winners
Swindon poet visits community poetry project in India | 14-Mar-08
Poet Tony Hillier visited a creative writing programme for marginalised youth in India. You can read about his visit by clicking on the link.
Poet Tony Hillier visited a creative writing programme for marginalised youth in India. You can read about his visit by clicking on the link.
The Poetry Business is advertising for Company Manager | 14-Mar-08
The Poetry Business is advertising for the exciting new post of Company Manager, based in Sheffield. Closing date 2 April.
The Poetry Business is advertising for the exciting new post of Company Manager, based in Sheffield. Closing date 2 April.
Creative Wales Award Winners | 14-Mar-08
Congratulations to the three writers who have received a Creative Wales Award from the Arts Council of Wales. Robert Minhinnick and Menna Elfyn will each receive major awards of £20,000 and Richard Gwyn will receive £12,000.
Congratulations to the three writers who have received a Creative Wales Award from the Arts Council of Wales. Robert Minhinnick and Menna Elfyn will each receive major awards of £20,000 and Richard Gwyn will receive £12,000.
