Ex-poet laureate’s play set to open in Coventry theatre
Please Do Not Touch, by Casey Bailey, explores themes of colonialism and the criminal justice system.
Taunton fantasy author’s ‘unreal’ collaboration with hero
Jonathan Green and Sir Ian Livingstone have released Magic Realms: The Art of Fighting Fantasy.
Sheffield libraries at ‘heart of community’ a decade after cuts
Volunteers say libraries are no longer just about lending books but have become community hubs.
New Manx bard to add to ‘rich tapestry’ of island’s culture
Jordanne Kennaugh says it is a "privilege" to be chosen as the 10th person to promote Manx poetry.
The Gruffalo’s Child to go on commemorative Royal Mint 50p coin
The main character of the sequel sharing her name will appear on several versions of the coin.
Wiltshire mother who lost two children writes books about grief
Scarlett Black says she wrote two books to help her older children cope with bereavement.
William Barnes: Dorset dialect poet works to be accessible to all
William Barnes bequeathed his works to Dorset's county museum, which he founded in the 19th Century.
Library membership at 10-year high
Cornwall Council says library membership is growing faster than at any time in the past decade.
Mia Couto: The Mozambican author who turned his back on coloialism
Mia Couto grew up in Mozambique during the colonial era, and joined its struggle for independence.