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UNESCO City of Literature

  1. Exeter Literary Itinerary
    There's a good reason why Exeter was awarded UNESCO City of Literature status in 2019. Follow our literary itinerary to see the key places of interest.
  2. Exeter Literary Map
    Uncover Exeter's literary heritage and culture with the Exeter Literary Map, featuring famous figures, picturesque reading spots, independent bookshops, and literary landmarks.
  3. Guest blog: Introducing Exeter St David's book vending machine

    A Penguin Books vending machine has been installed at Exeter St Davids train station!

  4. Book Cycle, Exeter

    2024 is the 5th anniversary of Exeter receiving its UNESCO recognition as a City of Literature, becoming part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.

  5. Literary Exeter by Train
    Exeter is a UNESCO City of Literature and its literary history is reflected in fascinating attractions around the city and beyond, easily reachable from Exeter by rail with GWR.

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  1. Add Local Focus: Patricia Crossley-Hayes: Heartbreak Baby to your Itinerary

    Local Focus: Patricia Crossley-Hayes: Heartbreak Baby

    Budleigh Salterton

    Patricia Crossley-Hayes draws on her mothers experience in this debut novel, an unmarried teenager giving birth on the eve of the Second World War, who saw no other option but to give her baby up. Heartbreak Baby weaves fact together with three…

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  2. Add Writing With Arvon: Kate Murray-Brown - Finding The Heart Of Your Story to your Itinerary

    Writing With Arvon: Kate Murray-Brown - Finding The Heart Of Your Story

    Budleigh Salterton

    Novelist and editorKate Murray-Browne leads an inspiring fiction workshop with hands-on writing exercises to help you find the heart of your story. Kate will share insights on developing your voice, shaping your narrative, approaches to dialogue and…

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