Events for December 7, 2020

The Maverick Award was set up in memory of Tom McGrath’s well-loved traits as a maverick, inquisitor and explorer. To mark what would have been Tom’s 80th birthday on 23rd October, the Trust is delighted to invite applications for a final round of Awards to celebrate his vibrant contribution to Scotland’s cultural life. Thanks to …

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What we are looking for: We want your brave, your pain, your love, your teeth, your howling beast. All styles, forms and schools of poetry & art are welcome. Learn more here.

The Royal Society of Literature Awards will provide financial support to undertake a new piece of writing or literary project. Priority will be given to proposals which (a) help connect with audiences/topics outside the usual reach of literature, and/or (b) help generate public discussion about why literature matters. This year’s judges are Adjoa Andoh, Hannah …

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This #SpokenWebPod episode is “Sounds of Trance Formation: An Interview with Penn Kemp.” Participants will gather virtually to listen together at 5pm ET and share reactions in a Twitter conversation. This will be followed by a 6pm ET Q&A with Episode Producer Nick Beauchesne and featured guest Penn Kemp. Learn more here.