Writers Directory
This unique, searchable database contains profiles of some of the UK and Commonwealth's most important living writers, as well as writers from these regions with whom we have worked. Included in the profiles are biographies, bibliographies, critical reviews and information about awards.
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From Our Blog
Literature on Lockdown: #CultureConnectsUs
By Swithun CooperThe British Council Literature team launches our new blog series Literature on Lockdown: #CultureConnectsUs, offering an overview of the literature scene during the pandemic.
What We're Reading – special edition
The literature team share their recommendations for lock-down reading.
Covid-19 Update
In the light of Covid-19, we wanted to let you know what you can expect from the British Council's literature team in the coming months.
Making a living as a comic book artist
By Dr Nicola StreetenComics creator and scholar Dr. Nicola Streeten shares her journey into comics and graphic novels, and offers tips on how to find your own way in
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@LitBritish A charming lock-down activity from @MattDBeavers who's reading Jane Austen's Emma:
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@LitBritish RT @BCouncil_Wales: 2020 SHORTLIST 📚 Llongyfarchiadau to the 6 titles that have made it through to @SwanseaUni @Dylanthomprize 2020 Shortli…
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@LitBritish Our new mini-series #LiteratureOnLockdown will offer you a path through the wealth of corona-content, presenting an… https://t.co/GG0KrkktDr
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