Duffy stages benefit for Poetry Book Society

Written By: Benedicte Page Publication Date: Tue, 31/05/2011 - 08:00 Poet laureate Carol Ann Duffy has organised a benefit for the Poetry Book Society, which faces an uncertain future following the withdrawal of all its Arts Council funding. The event, to be held at London's Institute of Education on Friday 3rd June, and filmed by Channel 4, will feature readings from a roster of poets including Elaine Feinstein, David Harsent, George Szirtes, Gillian Clarke, Imtiaz Dharker and Christopher Reid. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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PBS to "challenge" ACE decision

Written By: Charlotte Williams Publication Date: Tue, 05/04/2011 - 08:27 The Poetry Book Society (PBS) is planning to "challenge" the claim by Arts Council England (ACE) that its reach was not as wide as other portfolio funding applicants'. In a letter published in today's Times, George... Continue reading at The Bookseller

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