Mum of 2. Exec Advisor @thersc. Trustee @womensprize @worldbookday @jaipdc MBE for services to Literature
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7 Feb 2023
Well that was lovely. Thrilled to be presented with my MBE at Windsor Castle today by King Charles III. For services to Literature. Bursting with pride ❤️ @NottmCityOfLit @ace_national 🎖
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30 Dec 2024
Sir Sadiq Khan - Congratulations to you & your family
20 years of public service as an MP for Tooting & then Mayor of London
A decade before that of excellent legal service
Proud to call you a friend
#NewYearsHonours
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25 Dec 2024
Amazing work @MidlandLangar 🎉
Birmingham New Street becomes 'best restaurant in city' to feed hundreds for Christmas birminghammail.co.uk/news/mi…
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21 Nov 2024
Spectacular 1960s photo of John & Pauline Prescott
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18 Nov 2024
This video from @faberbooks is, I think, my favourite promo thing of my whole career. It really captures the atmosphere of the book.
17 Nov 2024
'I’ve not been able to put this book down, the first in a long time.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review
Prepare to be gripped by the new novel from the author of Apple Tree Yard. A Bird in Winter by @DoughtyLouise is out now in paperback.
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Timothy West
We would like to extend our heartfelt sympathies to Timothy’s family and friends – in particular to his wife Prunella and children, including Samuel, who is an Associate Artist and will play Malvolio in Twelfth Night
ALT Timothy West in the rehearsal room wearing a blue shirt and red scarf
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6 Nov 2024
RT @IrenosenOkojie: I'm looking forward to celebrating 30 years of the outstanding Women's Prize for Fiction @WomensPrize in conversation w…
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5 Nov 2024
How do we make sure all kids have the chance to fall in love with reading? They need ACCESS to a wide range of books, and FREEDOM TO CHOOSE what to read. Just give them that much, and every child can be a reader, and gain its lifelong benefits! #literacy
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31 Oct 2024
🌍On #WorldCitiesDay, we highlight the remarkable role of #Cities as vibrant hubs of culture, innovation & creativity.
📣Join the @UNESCO Creative Cities Network to #SupportCreativity & help cities to unlock their full potential.
🏙Apply here today: unesco.org/en/creative-citie…
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18 Oct 2024
Happy to announce something exciting that we’ve been working on for a while. The Long Wave, a weekly newsletter on Black life and culture around the world, is launching on 30 Oct. Written by me and edited by the mega talented @jaseokundaye. Sign up here! theguardian.com/global/2024/…
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16 Oct 2024
An honour to be at the unravelling of a Blue plaque for the late great Professor @BZephaniah at Birmingham Museum.
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16 Oct 2024
RT @newsfromoxfam: 🚨REACTION: Oxfam and 38 aid agencies warn that Northern Gaza is "being erased", and urge global leaders to immediately e…
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16 Oct 2024
Around midnight last night, I went for a walk in the field near my house when I heard a noise in the distance...
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16 Oct 2024
Soo I’m having a LIBRARY named after me! 😭
@WoolwichFrontRm is a community space in Woolwich and they’re launching the Shani Akilah Library
It’s such an honour as Woolwich both features in my book and has been instrumental in my writing journey 🥹
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4 Oct 2024
As of yesterday on National Poetry Day, I have received the honour of becoming Birminghams Poet Laureate ❤️
It is humbling to be chosen to represent the city that gave me so much, the city that has moulded me,
I pray now that I am able to give back.
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3 Oct 2024
After six years Erin is moving on and we are looking for a new ED/Joint CEO to join me leading @CleanBrk - the company is very special, as are all who sail her. Happy to chat to anyone interested. It could be the best job you ever have in your life. It is mine.
30 Sep 2024
Clean Break is looking for a new Executive Director to lead our unique company.
If you have the skills, understanding, emotional intelligence and confidence to take on leadership at Clean Break, please consider applying for this exciting role.
🔗: ow.ly/ZFtu50TyJ7p
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We are deeply saddened to hear of Maggie Smith’s passing.
Maggie made an extraordinary contribution to the profession, performing era-defining roles across stage and screen in a career that spanned over 60 years.
Our thoughts are with Maggie’s family and friends.
Dame Maggie Smith obituary: A piercing presence on stage and screen
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HERE IS THAT NEWS I PROMISED...
It's a National Tour for TAMBO & BONES!!
25 Sep 2024
NATIONAL TOUR ALERT! 🔔
One of the most talked-about cultural events of 2023, @Excalibah's critically acclaimed production returns for a national tour Spring 2025! By @StayDancingDave
@RoyalDerngate @LivEveryPlay @HOME_mcr @LeedsPlayhouse @stratfordeast @BelgradeTheatre
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17 Sep 2024
Birmingham we need your help!
On Wed 9 Oct, we are celebrating our 125th birthday 🎉
We would love to hear your memories of the Hippodrome 💖
Whether it's a photo of you at your first performance, performed on the stage or you have a family tradition - let us know 👇
ALT Image of the Birmingham Hippodrome, featuring a view of its red seat auditorium, inviting people to share memories of the venue's 125-year history.
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