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A Queer Scrapbook: Britain and Ireland since 1945 - a review
A Queer Scrapbook offers a treasure trove of LGBTIQ+ histories from across Britain and Ireland.
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Sarah Hall & Daisy Johnson at Manchester Literature Festival: folklore and new voices
Sarah Hall and Daisy Johnson discuss folklore, the female body, AI and the possibilities of short stories at Manchester Literature Festival.
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Manchester Literature Festival: must-see events
Discover what amazing literary events are on at Manchester Literature Festival.
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The 6 best bookshops and libraries in Manchester
Your essential guide to exploring the city's rich literary history, from Chetham's Library to Queer Lit.
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The complete Fallout timeline, explained
Some Fallout fans are concerned that its TV show contradicts the canon. Here’s why it doesn’t
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What Heartbreak High gets right about autism
Netflix’s Heartbreak High breaks ground with authentic autistic representation in Quinni, but Season 2 disappoints by sidelining her character. So, what makes for good…
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Pairing Books With Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department
To celebrate Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour coming to the UK, we’re here with the perfect book recommendation to match some of our favourite songs!
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Let women write fanfiction
Fanfiction gave many, including myself, the space to be themselves. So, we look into the origins and communities behind fanfiction to shed light on why it shouldn't be dismissed.