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Life in poetry
Get ready to wax lyrical about the year ahead. Join us as we unveil a litany of literary events that celebrate the artistry of language in all its forms.
Discover the freshest new voices in the world of poetry at the 30th anniversary of the TS Eliot Prize, explore diverse perspectives at the National Poetry Library and immerse yourself in the power of words with our rich literature programme.
The best of the best
TS Eliot Prize Readings
SUN 14 JAN
Hear the best new poetry coming out of the UK and Ireland read by the ten shortlisted poets for this year’s TS Eliot Prize, hosted by Ian McMillan.
This event is British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted.
Out-Spoken: January
THU 25 JAN
Poets Amy Acre, William Letford and Nick Laird join guest host Toby Campion for this evening’s show, with music from Olympia and Yaw Evans.
This event is British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted.
Where We Come From: Rap, Home & Hope in Modern Britain
FRI 26 JAN
Aniefiok Ekpoudom discusses his new book, a landmark social history of British rap and grime with guest Candice Carty-Williams and chair Yomi Ṣode.
Special Edition: Spoken Word London – Anti-Hate
WED 7 FEB
Spoken Word London makes a special appearance at the National Poetry Library, looking back at its Anti-Hate Anthology with readings and more.
Imagine Children's Festival
Rosie Jones: The Amazing Edie Eckhart
THU 15 FEB
TV comedian Rosie Jones introduces her sparky and HILARIOUS new Edie Eckhart story, The Friend Mission for World Book Day.
This event is British Sign Language interpreted (BSL).
Imagine Children's Festival is a relaxed festival and this event is a Relaxed Performance (RP).
John Agard: Windrush Child & Other Stories
FRI 16 FEB
A warm and witty performance from the legendary author and performance poet, including readings from his new picture book, Windrush Child.
Imagine Children's Festival is a relaxed festival and this event is a Relaxed Performance (RP).
Joseph Coelho: Luna Loves Gardening
SAT 17 FEB
Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho and award-winning illustrator Fiona Lumbers present their new book Luna Loves Gardening ahead of its publication.
Imagine Children's Festival is a relaxed festival and this event is a Relaxed Performance (RP).
History's Persistent Voice with Julia Bullock
FRI 2 FEB
New songs, readings and visuals celebrating Black American artists combine at this event created by Philharmonia Orchestra Featured Artist Julia Bullock.
Untranslatable words
The School of Life has picked 20 of the world’s most interesting untranslatable words for times when you just can’t find the right way to say something.
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