Shared Reading with Open Book
Fancy digging deeper into the amazing talent taking part in this year’s festival? Join Jess and Lizzie from Open Book for a gentle session of shared reading and discussion of poems by a selection of poets featured. Expect to go away with new favourites! No homework or experience is required.
Open Book organises shared reading and creative writing groups in community settings across Scotland, including community centres, libraries, multicultural spaces, prisons, in rural villages, and online. Sessions are free to attend and newcomers are always welcome. Find out more and join your nearest group at openbookreading.com.
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