@CheltLitFest

Oldest Lit Fest in the world (est. 1949) and part of @cheltfestivals. Tweets from the programming team. 6-15th Oct '23.

 Cheltenham, England
cheltenhamfestivals.com/literature
Joined March 2017
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If you're a literary event professional, apply to be part of #CheltLitFest's International Festival Delegate Programme in 2023 📚 With the support of the @BritishCouncil we're excited to bring together partners and colleagues from across the global literary festival landscape.
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Apply to be part of this year's #CheltLitFest 📚 The Times and The Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival returns in October and we're looking for writers and performers to be part of three different programmes. Head to our website to find out more: cheltenhamfestivals.com/lite…
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Years 1- 6 will again be visiting @CheltLitFest in October and we’ve booked some fantastic authors and illustrators this year! We can’t wait! #authorsrock #illustratorsrock #readingschool
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Waterstones@Waterstones13 Jun 2023
‘Between the wish and the thing the world lies waiting’ - Cormac McCarthy 1933 - 2023
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Congratulations to @Gospodinov68 and @rodel_angela for winning the #InternationalBooker2023 with 'Time Shelter'. @wnbooks @orionbooks Find out more about the novel here: thebookerprizes.com/the-book…
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We are devastated at the death of our author and friend, Martin Amis. Our thoughts are with all his family and loved ones, especially his children and wife Isabel. He leaves a towering legacy and an indelible mark on the British cultural landscape, and will be missed enormously.
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#CheltJazzFest may be over but there are lots more exciting events guaranteed to make your soul sing in #Cheltenham, The Festival Town in 2023!🎵🎭 Check out our guide & make sure you don't miss out - bit.ly/Cheltenham2023Events Which events are you most excited about? 👇
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RIP #HarryBelafonte: Singer and civil rights activist dies aged 96. A remarkable man who I was privileged to hear speak at ⁦⁦@CheltLitFest⁩ a few years ago #CivilRights #Activism bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment…

Harry Belafonte: Singer and civil rights activist dies aged 96

The King of Calypso, who became a major voice in America's civil rights movement, died at home.

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English PEN@englishpen18 Apr 2023
We're thrilled to announce the shortlist for PEN Presents: 13 titles, 16 translators, representing 10 languages & 13 territories. #PENPresents funds the creation of samples & works to diversify the literary landscape. w/ @translatewomen. englishpen.org/posts/news/en…

English PEN announces shortlist for PEN Presents - News & Events - English PEN

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And the recipients are...
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BBC Culture is running a worldwide poll of the 100 greatest children's books of all time and is asking authors, critics and experts worldwide to nominate their favourites!📚 To take part, submit your top 10 children's books of all time here: smartsurvey.co.uk/s/BBCChild…

BBC Culture Poll – 100 Greatest Children’s Books of All Time

Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.

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📚 THE 2023 SHORTLIST 📚 We are thrilled to unveil the 6 titles that make up this year's stellar Swansea University (@SwanseaUni) Dylan Thomas Prize shortlist! Who will be crowned our winner on May 11th? #SUDTP23 📰 PRESS RELEASE - swan.ac/SUDTP23
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Last chance to apply for Deputy Head of Marketing and Communications 🎪 This exciting new role is suited to a skilled communicator with plenty of PR and media experience. Applications close Monday 20 March at 10am. Apply now: cheltenhamfestivals.com/abou… #ArtsJobs #GlosJobs #Jobs
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The #InternationalBooker2023 longlist: 13 things you need to know. thebookerprizes.com/the-book…
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Announcing the #longlist for Jhalak Prize 2023 #jhalakprize23
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We are so excited to announce the shortlist for the #BGPrize25 Winner of Winners award. Read more about the list here: thebailliegiffordprize.co.uk… #WinnerofWinners #reading
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It’s #WorldBookDay! 🥳 How are you celebrating? Let us know with the hashtag and stay tuned for loads of fun 📚🎉 Here are our fantastic £1/€1.50 authors and illustrators wishing you all a very Happy World Book Day: youtu.be/YtAJAMxz9nA
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Anthony Joseph (@adjoseph) has won the @tseliotprize for his "luminous" collection, Sonnets for Albert (@BloomsburyBooks). Read here: buff.ly/3kogvsI
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#VivienneWestwood: RIP one of the most entertaining and passionate speakers at @CheltLitFest have had joy of listening to
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The countdown to Christmas is nearly over. The perfect way to celebrate the Winter Solstice is snuggling up with a hot chocolate and a book. Deputy Head of Programming for #CheltLitFest, Lyndsey Fineran shares her favourite wintery book recommendations ☃️ ow.ly/poYo50M849g
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