Gillian Clarke, national poet of Wales & Queen’s gold medal for poetry

Feb 22

Gillian Clarke, national poet of Wales & Queen’s gold medal for poetry

Last year, Gillian Clarke, the national poet of Wales, won one of Britain’s most prestigious awards, the Queen’s gold medal for poetry. Speaking to the Guardian, the 73-year-old said she was “stunned”, because she was “not accustomed to winning things”. “I believed it with my head, but not with the rest of me,” she...

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The “Make a Splash” campaign

Feb 20

The “Make a Splash” campaign

Around 500 children in Oswestry will welcome award-winning author and screenplay writer, Frank Cottrell Boyce, to the Oswestry Lit Fest to learn all about the writing of his sequel, CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG FLIES AGAIN. Rumour has it that the vehicle itself might be making an appearance.  All a bit hush-hush at the mo. On the other side of the world, the MAKE A...

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The Book That Inspired Crime Author, Peter James!

Feb 14

The Book That Inspired Crime Author, Peter James!

Peter James, international renowned and award-winning Crime Thriller writer comes to Oswestry during the Oswestry Lit Fest. But, what was the book that inspired Peter James to write? Find out in this fascinating YouTube clip:

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Suzannah Dunn, The Confession of Katherine Howard

Feb 13

Heather from Oswestry Library gives an insight into this fabulous Lit Fest event: Suzannah Dunn, The Confession of Katherine Howard plus Cate Howell of the Corbet Bed Project Thurs 15th March, 7 pm at Oswestry Library (include refreshments) Tickets: £3 BOOK: 01691 677388 or email oswestry.library@shropshire.gov.uk (Booking Office: Oswestry...

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“A book that women of all ages will enjoy!”

Feb 08

“A book that women of all ages will enjoy!”

“A book that women of all ages will enjoy!” That’s the verdict of Heather, Oswestry Librarian who enthused about the book earlier today.  Must ask her for a little review. Vanessa Diffenbaugh is also the founder of the Camellia Network. The mission of the Camellia Network is to create a nationwide movement to support youth transitioning from foster...

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