The f.. word
With the adjective ‘enormous’ expunged from Roald Dahl, how are we to describe fat protagonists in our writing? Bethany Rutter explains
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Caroline Sanderson talks to Katherine Rundell
Caroline Sanderson talks to the novelist, literature academic and playwright about why she champions children’s fiction - and her passion for John Donne’s poetry
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Memoir writing
In the run up to Mslexia’s Memoir School on 18-22 March 2024, Alison Flood reports that there has never been a better time to write your memoir.
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Our books of the year
If you’re looking for an entertaining or mind-expanding read to curl up with in your favourite armchair this winter, here are some of the books we simply couldn’t put down this year. (Some of the titles here might surprise you, but take a chance – we promise you’re in for a treat!)
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Writing everyday sexism
The poet Kim Moore has been announced as the winner of the 2022 Forward Prize for Best Collection for 'All The Men I Never Married'. In this article, just published in Issue 96 of Mslexia, she explores the impact of everyday sexism and how she came to create such a profound and powerful series of poems.
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Mslexia Christmas Gift Guide
Need some thoughtful gift ideas for the loved ones on your list? I’m Lucy, I work for Mslexia and come from a family of female writers. Read on for my top gift ideas for the writer in your life.
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