AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoPublishing & Reading Culture: A new study in UK schools flags a sharp drop in kids’ literacy and warns many children may never own “reading for pleasure” books—an alarm bell for Ireland too, where the piece argues parents and policymakers still aren’t treating books like essentials. Creative Writing in the Wild: Eastern Washington University students write after a Yellowstone trip focused on watching wolves, with the “grade” based on ink, not polish. Books & AI/Storytelling: Editor-novelist Sayantan Ghosh talks loneliness, memory, and how AI is reshaping publishing and the future of print. Poetry & Community: Bury St Edmunds Literary Festival unveils a “Go All In” programme with big-name authors and free events for young readers. Adaptations & Screen Buzz: Netflix drops Heartstopper finale special “Ending on a Hi,” while Christopher Nolan previews The Odyssey’s theatrical pressure. Local Arts: Fredonia’s free “8 Great Wednesdays” concert series returns with themed nights, food vendors, and nonprofit booths. Health & Life Stories: A stroke survivor in Worthing fulfills two lifelong ambitions—publishing a debut romance novel and becoming a professional actress.
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