“I had no idea what Exeter was like when I was offered a visit as part of the UNESCO City of Literature collaboration between Jakarta and, of course, Exeter—well, I had a picture, actually, of a quiet small town in a remote part of England, but I couldn’t have been more wrong.”

Looking for some bookish gift inspiration this festive season? ⛄️ Here are 10 recommendations from independent bookshops and literary organisations from across Devon!

As the 12-week public consultation on the future of the library service in Devon begins, ExCoL calls on residents and decision-makers to recognise the long-term value of Devon’s 50-library network.

All eyes are on Dublin City of Literature as SLAMOVISION, the international slam poetry competition for UNESCO cities of literature across the world, takes place this week on Thursday 6 November from 7pm to 9pm GMT at Windmill Town Hall, Windmill Lane, in the heart of the city.