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  1. 16 hours ago

    We cannot wait !

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    In 9 days, I have an essay coming out in This Book is A Plant. An anthology put together by . It is called Wilder Flowers and it is about learning to observe.
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    23 hours ago

    Loved the blend of science and art this weekend in and (& a really accessible and considered approach to interpretation too)

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    Feb 14

    So looking forward to this anthology of new and collected pieces on plants and fungi. Out from on the 24th and tying in with the upcoming exhibition, Rooted Beings. Look at that list of contributors!

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  4. Feb 14

    'The freedom of sacred love: the monastic cell as the heaven of the loving soul' C17th German engraving depicting a nun finding heavenly grace in solitude,"Far from all the turbulence of the world is my joy, my happiness and on earth the heaven for me."

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  5. Feb 11

    'Ace joy - I'm asexual and proud', part 6 of 's comic serial focusing on asexuality, aims to shift the perspective of asexuality as lacking, and to illustrate the queer joy of viewing one’s orientation – and oneself – as complete and whole.

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  6. Feb 10

    There’s only one week to go until we publish by bestselling author with ! To celebrate, we’re giving you the opportunity to win a copy of this eye-opening book. Simply RT before Monday, 14th Feb to be in with the chance to win. (UK only)

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  7. Feb 10

    Part 4 of Apocalypse How? Victorian captains of industry were determined to keep a tenacious grip on Britain’s global industrial dominance, however, fears of impending doom caused the nation’s scientists to predict mass poverty and even total extinction.

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  8. Feb 9

    Madeleine Morley was diagnosed with dyslexia aged 8. Growing up, she learned to live with the condition while having to overcome common misconceptions about dyslexia. Here she reflects on how misleading ideas about dyslexia undermined her own experiences.

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  9. Feb 9

    & are delighted to announce the 6 writers who are part of the Awards programme: Aimee Cliff, , James Zatka-Haas, , & . Thanks to judges , & .

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    Feb 9

    We're pleased to announce the six writers who are part of the x Spread the Word Writing Awards programme: ⭐️ Aimee Cliff ⭐️ ⭐️ James Zatka-Haas  ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Read more:

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  11. Feb 8

    When a woman discloses that she’s autistic the reaction is often dismissal or denial, but in this insightful and moving series of portraits and interviews by photographer , voices and experiences are heard.

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    Feb 8

    We've had a great morning filming with in the 'Being Human' exhibition at the ! Watch this space for a brilliant interview with Harry about his new book , publishing on 17th February...

    Author Harry Parker, a white man with two prosthetic legs, sits on a chair in the middle of a museum exhibition space, reading from his new book Hybrid Humans. A camera crew stands in front of him, filming.
    Author Harry Parker, a white man with two prosthetic legs, sits smiling in the middle of an exhibition space holding a copy of his new book, Hybrid Humans.
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  13. Feb 7

    Historically, gay men had to face being ostracised, jailed and even executed for openly displaying their affections and behaviour. investigates the complex history of their sexuality over the last 600 years.

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  14. Feb 7

    In celebration of LGBT History Month, this excellent piece from tells how the LGBTQ+ friendly cultural & comedy scene in London helped to her to replace the shame she had experienced with a sense of pride.

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    Feb 4

    Recovery by is already a bestseller in our shop - it's a beautiful account of healing & hope 🌿 We're excited to be offering Signed & Dedicated copies as Gavin is visiting us soon to sign plenty! You have until tomorrow to request a dedication:

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  16. Feb 4

    Telling stories about health and human experience through words and pictures allows us to make connections, provoke new thinking and share lived experiences. 'Pieces of Joy' is part 5 of 's comic serial exploring asexuality.

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    Feb 3

    I do hope you will watch our Forbidden Art BBCTwo tonight (Thursday) at 9.00 pm. A cornucopia of art from the classic to the contemporary -- focussing on the changing history of what makes us feel uncomfortable, what gets forbidden, by whom. Apologies for the shots of me here!

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  18. Feb 3

    Mid-20th-century population-density research on mice produced a whiskered apocalypse, predicted to become the fate of humans too. But perhaps a more compassionate approach could fend this off. Part 3 of Apocalypse How?

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    Feb 2

    loved being part of this and getting all misty eyed about nightclubs xxx

    Ecstasy is the fifth & final episode of our Hello Happiness podcast series in which Bidisha takes listeners on a journey through the highs of nightclubbing, drugs, religion and mania, with contributions from , & .
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  20. Feb 2

    Ecstasy is the fifth & final episode of our Hello Happiness podcast series in which Bidisha takes listeners on a journey through the highs of nightclubbing, drugs, religion and mania, with contributions from , & .

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