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Literature.

Read all about it—we’re pushing the envelope all the way to the razor-sharp edge of new British literature. 

It’s an exciting time for writing in Britain.  From the well-established (Ian McEwan and Doris Lessing) to the very new (Andrea Levy and Andrew O’Hagan), the literary scene is bursting at the seams with energetic, vibrant, and innovative writing.
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Discover how the British Council is bringing you Diaspora views, Celtic connections, and a wealth of other exciting prose and poetry.  Search our event listings to find what you’re looking for.
UK Creative Leaders: Patience Agbabi, poet and author - Image © Tim Hall
NEW DEVELOPMENTS
Find the cream of the crop in new British literary talent in our Animating Literature portal, along with the Booktrust site where you’ll find the latest awards, prizes, news, and more.
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Looking for a good read?  Check out our guide of curated must-know lit links.  Also, see our Literature department’s publications and resources for all the tools you need to explore British writers and their work.
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Are you a professor of literature or creative writing, publisher, distributor, bookstore owner or programmer of a literary festival?  Find out more about how we work and publications made especially for you.
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Have you ever thought of studying English literature or creative writing in the land of Shakespeare and Milton (not to mention Zadie Smith)?  Find out more about courses, workshops and other opportunities We also recommend taking a look at the Literature Training website, which offers an easy way to find out about the wealth of training and professional development opportunities available in the UK.  Learn more about UK study abroad in general in our Education section's guide for prospective students.
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