Writing Together

As we hope has been demonstrated through our series of blog posts – and the very existence of the Welsh Writers Trust – there is a hotbed of literary talent in Wales, and Cardiff in particular. It is no surprise then that Cardiff houses a multitude of writers’ groups (which a quick Google search will……

Literature Wales: A History

Formerly the Academi, Literature Wales is a powerhouse of Welsh literary scene. Its manifestations are manifold. National literature agency. Society of writers. Publisher of two magazines (literary magazine Taliesin and listings magazine A470.) But whatever aspect is concentrated upon, Literature Wales always has the same goal in mind: the promotion of Welsh literature, in both……

Dannie Abse – A Tribute

In the same week we celebrated National Poetry Day, we also sadly parted with one of Wales’ most talented writers – Dannie Abse, who passed away last Sunday, aged 91. As a young man, Abse started down a rather different career path; studying medicine at Cardiff University (then the University College of South Wales and……