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Exeter became the only UK destination in 2019 to be awarded UNESCO City of Literature status, and is now one of 66 cities internationally that have been added to the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
Exeter was recognised for its 1,000 year unbroken history of making books and popularising reading since the early 13th century. Today there are some fantastic literary hubs across the city, such as the Quay Words project, housed at Exeter’s Custom House and supported by Literature Works, where writers and performers are encouraged to try their hand at all kinds of writing or to experience and learn from others' work. Find out more about our UNESCO City of Literature status on our City of Literature blog post, or visit the Exeter City of Literature website.
Uncover Exeter's literary heritage and culture with the Exeter Literary Map. The map was designed by a local illustrator, to showcase the city’s famous literary figures, picturesque reading spots, independent bookshops, and literary landmarks.
See the list below for literary, poetry and spoken word events in Exeter.
A Penguin Books vending machine has been installed at Exeter St Davids train station!
2024 is the 5th anniversary of Exeter receiving its UNESCO recognition as a City of Literature, becoming part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network.
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The Bookery is delighted to welcome award winning novelist and nature writer Melissa Harrison for an evening celebrating the publication of her new novel, The Given World , chaired byDr Michael Warrenat the Crediton Congregational Church.
Luminous…
Exeter
Join us for an evening with writer and anthologist Johnny Mains as he discusses his new collection The Dead of Summer, published by the British Library.
In this fascinating talk, Johnny will explore the strange folklore and eerie traditions…
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The Bookery is delighted to welcome Amelia Blackwell for an evening of literary mystery and historic intrigue as she discusses her new novel, The Haunting of a Bront with Devon crime writerStephanie Austin, promising a lively evening of murder…
Exeter
Adriana Brownlee is a leading British mountaineer, certified paragliding pilot and adventure athlete. She is the youngest woman to have climbed the world’s second-highest and arguably most-notorious peak, K2, and the youngest woman to climb all 14…
Exeter
Join us in person for Campfire, Exeter's cozy literary salon where stories come alive! This June, experience the June Boom—an evening packed with vibrant readings, lively chats, and a warm community of book lovers. Whether you're a writer, reader,…
Exeter
We are thrilled to announce that bestselling author and activist, Laura Bates, is coming to Exeter Library on the 2nd of July.
Founder of the Everyday Sexism Project , Laura's talk will focus on her latest book The New Age of Sexism: How the AI…
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Discover Exeter’s urban nature trail: the Green Circle, a 12-mile circular walking route that connects diverse neighbourhoods, leafy suburbs, and hidden heritage
Join us for a spectacular month-long celebration that showcases the boom of vibrant events, arts, and cultural activities happening throughout Exeter in June. From lively music performances and hilarious comedy shows to fascinating heritage tours and captivating art & literature events, there's something for everyone.
Exeter became the only UK destination in 2019 to be awarded UNESCO City of Literature status, recognised for its 1,000 year unbroken history of making books and popularising reading since the early 13th century.
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