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Pav is another of our digital creators whose poems will be featured in a series of VR films touring our libraries next month. Here is what he had to say about the fantastic project at Bradford Libraries which saw him commissioned by The Space Arts. My name is Pavan Singh , I am 22 years…
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Writing a piece of music at just 16 is quite a feat. But Bradford’s Anesu M took it all in his stride! Anesu was one of our digital creators from The Pulse of Bradford whose work will feature in a Virtual Reality Film touring Bradford Libraries next month. We asked three young poets and two…
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Boy Queen by George Lester B195695690 Today’s review is courtesy of Jon Lewin who is studying Maths, History and Music A Levels. Jon says he reads tons, such as historical adventure, Simon Scarrow and stuff. He works on his grandma’s allotments to earn money which he spends on his guitar collection and going to concerts.…
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We have been working with some incredible young poets and musicians over the past six months who, with the help of partner organisations The Space and filmmakers Neon8, have transformed their art into a series virtual reality films. The group, known as ‘The Pulse of Bradford’ are now ready to debut their creations. Here is…
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We’re thrilled to announce that submissions for the Young Poet Laureate Programme are now open! This is an incredible opportunity for young poets to showcase their talent and creativity. Are you (or do you know of) a young poet with a passion for words? Enter now for the chance to become a Young Poet Laureate and…
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Today’s reviewer is Sakinah, who loves reading, walking in the woods and gardening. She also loves catching up with friends or family over a cup of tea and cake. Her favourite cake is lemon drizzle. Title: Hidden Fires Author: Saarish Hussain Genre: Adult Fiction Summary: Ruby is a teenage girl struggling with anxiety, body image…
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Reviewer Bio – My name is Noor, I am a ten -year -old girl. I love playing sports, especially Football. I also love cats and I have a pet cat named Mia. Here are my two reviews. Title: Running Wild Author: Micheal Morpurgo Genre: Adventure Summary: This story is about a young boy called Will…
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Reviewer Cathy Liddle loves to browse the shelves of Keighley Library. Cathy reads both fiction and non-fiction. Over Christmas she has read “Bog Queen” the latest novel by Anna North, published this year. Here are her thoughts. Bog Queen by Anna North It begins with the finding of a body, as thrillers generally do. But,…
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Mother and son, Hera Azeem and Muhammad Affan Abbas put their heads together to write the following review of Squid Squad by Aoife Dooley. Genre of book: This book is humorous, adventurous and action packed colorful graphic novel Summary : Squid squad is based on four short sections. Start with introduction of deep sea town Nowhere…
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Calling all writers! Why not start a new creative writing course with us in the New Year? We run weekly sessions across three libraries, Keighley Library City Library and Ilkley Library. These sessions are open to both newcomers and established writers in any style – prose (including short stories and novels), poetry, scripts, memoir and…
