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 whom we have worked with. Included in the profiles are biographies, bibliographies, critical reviews, and information about awards.
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From Our Blog
Announcing the Sunday Times PFD Young Writer of the Year Award shortlist
The British Council is partnering with the Sunday Times PFD Young Writer of the Year Award for the third year.
What We're Reading – October 2019
The clocks have gone back and the nights are closing in. The Literature team recommend some of the books they've been enjoying lately to fill those darker evenings.
Open Call: Host opportunities for international literature residencies
By Joe WhiteWe are offering four grants to enable UK Literature festivals, organisations or universities to host an international resident in 2019-2020. Deadline Friday 1 November 2019.
Connections Through Culture
Mobility Grants for Arts Opportunities in the UK and Southeast Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam
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@LitBritish RT @WritersCentre: Open for submissions!! The Caine Prize for African Writing awards £10, 000 to an African writer for a short story betwee…
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