An afternoon with Catalan writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà In brief Guest speakers - Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà Title - An afternoon with Catalan writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà Moderator - Sergi Mainer Register for the event on Eventbrite About the event As a part of the Spotlight Programme 2022 at the London Book Fair, we welcome two award-winning Catalan authors. The event will feature a Q&A with the writers as well as readings from students. Image Bel Olid Bel Olid has been awarded several literary prizes. Amongst other subjects, they have written about contested gender identities for both adults and children and immigration. They are also a cultural and political activist. Their collection of short stories 'Vents més salvatges' has very recently been published in English as 'Wilder Winds' (2022). 'Wilder Wind' is available to buy from The Portobello Bookshop. When you register for the event, you will be sent a discount code to get 10% off your purchase. Buy Wilder Winds at Portobello Bookshop's website Borja Bagunyà Borja Bagunyà is one of the most prominent 21st-century voices in Catalan literature. He has published several collections of short stories which gained public acclaim. Last year, his first novel 'Els angles morts' ('The Dead Angles') was released. Some critics have labelled it as one of the best Catalan novels of the 21st century. He is also a literary award winner. About the Spotlight Programme The Spotlight Programme is designed to create collaboration between selected publishing markets and The London Book Fair to highlight their literature to an international audience. In 2022, the programme showcases Catalan literature, and events beyond London Book Fair will be taking place across the UK to bring Catalan culture closer to the general public. Find out more about the Spotlight on Catalan Culture events taking place in the UK How to join The event is free, and everyone is welcome. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, tickets are limited, so please book on Eventbrite. If you have any questions, please contact the organiser Roser Vich-Gallego. Email Roser Are you interested in studying European Languages and Cultures? Our interdisciplinary environment brings together specialists in nine European languages, and the many cultures worldwide in which they're spoken, with experts in film, literature, theatre, translation and intermediality. Working with colleagues elsewhere in LLC, and across the wider University, we are able to support research which crosses boundaries between disciplines and/or languages. Find out more about studying with us Apr 04 2022 17.30 - 19.00 An afternoon with Catalan writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà Join us for an in-person conversation, reading and Q&A with writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà as they come to Edinburgh as part of the Catalan Culture Spotlight 2022 programme within the London Book Fair. The Project Room, 1.06 50 George Square Newington EH8 9JU Register for this event on Eventbrite
An afternoon with Catalan writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà In brief Guest speakers - Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà Title - An afternoon with Catalan writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà Moderator - Sergi Mainer Register for the event on Eventbrite About the event As a part of the Spotlight Programme 2022 at the London Book Fair, we welcome two award-winning Catalan authors. The event will feature a Q&A with the writers as well as readings from students. Image Bel Olid Bel Olid has been awarded several literary prizes. Amongst other subjects, they have written about contested gender identities for both adults and children and immigration. They are also a cultural and political activist. Their collection of short stories 'Vents més salvatges' has very recently been published in English as 'Wilder Winds' (2022). 'Wilder Wind' is available to buy from The Portobello Bookshop. When you register for the event, you will be sent a discount code to get 10% off your purchase. Buy Wilder Winds at Portobello Bookshop's website Borja Bagunyà Borja Bagunyà is one of the most prominent 21st-century voices in Catalan literature. He has published several collections of short stories which gained public acclaim. Last year, his first novel 'Els angles morts' ('The Dead Angles') was released. Some critics have labelled it as one of the best Catalan novels of the 21st century. He is also a literary award winner. About the Spotlight Programme The Spotlight Programme is designed to create collaboration between selected publishing markets and The London Book Fair to highlight their literature to an international audience. In 2022, the programme showcases Catalan literature, and events beyond London Book Fair will be taking place across the UK to bring Catalan culture closer to the general public. Find out more about the Spotlight on Catalan Culture events taking place in the UK How to join The event is free, and everyone is welcome. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions, tickets are limited, so please book on Eventbrite. If you have any questions, please contact the organiser Roser Vich-Gallego. Email Roser Are you interested in studying European Languages and Cultures? Our interdisciplinary environment brings together specialists in nine European languages, and the many cultures worldwide in which they're spoken, with experts in film, literature, theatre, translation and intermediality. Working with colleagues elsewhere in LLC, and across the wider University, we are able to support research which crosses boundaries between disciplines and/or languages. Find out more about studying with us Apr 04 2022 17.30 - 19.00 An afternoon with Catalan writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà Join us for an in-person conversation, reading and Q&A with writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà as they come to Edinburgh as part of the Catalan Culture Spotlight 2022 programme within the London Book Fair. The Project Room, 1.06 50 George Square Newington EH8 9JU Register for this event on Eventbrite
Apr 04 2022 17.30 - 19.00 An afternoon with Catalan writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà Join us for an in-person conversation, reading and Q&A with writers Bel Olid and Borja Bagunyà as they come to Edinburgh as part of the Catalan Culture Spotlight 2022 programme within the London Book Fair.
