Author G.M. Linton's debut children's storybook celebrates her Jamaican heritage

Children’s author G.M. Linton to host Windrush storytelling event at Library of Birmingham

A West Midlands author who was inspired to write a children’s book based on her parent’s Windrush journey, is taking part in a special storytelling event aimed at families this weekend. Local writer G.M. Linton will be coming to the Library of Birmingham on Saturday 20 May for a free and inclusive event celebrating the 75th anniversary…

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Leona Kirwan's book celebrates women bus drivers from the West Midlands

New children’s book challenges gender stereotypes by celebrating women bus drivers

A new children’s book celebrating women bus drivers from the West Midlands, is aiming to challenge gender stereotypes and encourage girls to consider a career as public vehicle operators. National Express bus driver Leona Kirwan, who is features in the book, went to a Birmingham primary school to read the book to young pupils.

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Malorie Blackman's tale about forbidden love comes to Birmingham

REVIEW: Noughts & Crosses – Malorie Blackman’s segregation love story comes to Birmingham

One of the best-loved teenage novels – Noughts & Crosses by former children’s laureate Malorie Blackman – comes to Birmingham in a gripping stage adaptation. Blackman’s dystopian story about oppression and love in the 21st century is being performed in a touring theatrical version at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham.

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A zine produced by a Birmingham photographer captures warmhearted portraits of punks and goths

REVIEW: Punks & Goths – a beautiful zine about acceptance, freedom and individuality

A limited edition photography zine arrives fresh from the printers and it throws an exciting and positive spotlight on a section of society that is often viewed with suspicion and fear. ‘Punks & Goths’ by Birmingham-based photographer Rizwan Ali Dar is a work that challenges the stereotypes and prejudices suffered by people who dare to…

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