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**ReadFest 2026**Debut Writers Finding An IdentityWhen: 15 September, 5-6pmWhere: Barking Learning Centre & OnlineFREEBook Tickets: pentoprint.org/readfestDebut writers Connor Hutchinson, Kuba Shand‑Baptiste, Lisa Smith and Richard Tyrrell talk to Lucy Popescu about their debut novels and the stories that helped shape them.Connor explores masculinity and working-class communities, Lisa investigates race and class, Kuba confronts belonging and the politics of visibility, while Richard follows one man’s journey of self-discovery.Together they consider how fiction can illuminate the different nuances of identity, challenge them, and explore new possibilities. ... See MoreSee Less

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We thought you might be interested in this article from the BBC about how 'Women are done being shamed for what they read'.Read the article here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c1l19nzyvg6o ... See MoreSee Less

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World Cup Creative Writing Workshops with Hugh Prior - Second SessionWhen: 25 August, 1.30-3.30pmWhere: Valence HouseFREEBook via Ticket Tailor: www.tickettailor.com/events/valencehousemuseum/2303218Laid back and friendly poetry, flash fiction and short story workshop commemorating and celebrating the 60th anniversary of 1966, Wembley, Bobby Moore, Sir Alf Ramsey and all that has followed. With an emphasis on how the local heroes of Barking and Dagenham contributed most to the historic World Cup win for the nation.Incorporating artefacts, stories, history, scandals, memorable moments, highs and lows, facts and figures from 1966 and all the football that has followed.Come along and celebrate the nation’s 2026 return to World Cup glory! (Or use this workshop as a chance of cathartic healing after the hope has simply hurt once more.) ... See MoreSee Less

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