Brevity, the Isle of Wight’s Literary Handbill, has been commissioned by ArtfulScribe in Southampton to publish a special edition zine for LitFest26, Acts of Resistance.
The three-day event will shine a light on writing’s capacity to call for action and inspire change through performance, poetry and prose. In addition, several Island-based poets are performing at the event that includes showcases, panel discussions and workshops.
ArtfulScribe
ArtfulScribe is a not-for-profit writer development agency based in Southampton. It supports emerging and continuing writers in Hampshire, Dorset, and the Solent region in the creation of new work.
It also provides skills development through writing workshops, live events and career-growth opportunities.
Bowler: Mainland writers and organisations are noticing what we’re doing
Brevity founder and editor, Anmarie Bowler, said,
“This chance to showcase an all-Island publication is exciting.
“Mainland writers and organisations are noticing what we’re doing and reaching out.
“So, we hope to see and enjoy more cross-Solent collaborations like this one in the future.”
Brevity: The Island’s Literary Handbill
Brevity, a six-times yearly zine that publishes compelling short fiction by Island writers, is printed on a risograph at Boojum & Snark in Sandown and available free of charge in Island libraries, cafes, bookshops and arts centres.
The special edition LitFest Brevity features short work from five Mainland writers and three Island writers, including Anmarie, Jason Watts and Maggie Sawkins.
S.O.S. Sounds of the Solent
On Saturday 14th March, three members of VEX, The Ventnor Exchange Spoken Word Collective, will perform at LitFest as part of S.O.S. Sounds of the Solent.
Andrew Butcher, Tim Cooper and Cody Pevreall were each commissioned to write a response to the theme Acts of Resistance.
The writers’ responses will speak of hidden stories, neurodiversity and trans equality.
Find out more
LitFest26 is supported by Arts Council England and the Mayflower Theatre. For more information go visit the official website.
Brevity is supported by Arts Council England, Creative Island and Boojum & Snark, find out more by visiting the Brevity website and on Instagram @anmariewrites.
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