Category Archives: Blog

The Coffin Works

Posted on 30/10/2022 by Rebeccadanks

Last time I was in Birmingham I found myself inside a coffin factory. The Grade II listed premises at 13 Fleet Street in the Jewellery Quarter opened in 1894 and operated for over a century. Posthumous customers included Hollywood superstar … Continue reading →

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Book post – Short stories from Nightjar Press

Posted on 30/09/2021 by Rebeccadanks

Imagine a short story complete with its own front cover and back page blurb. Nightjar Press make this happen, publishing limited edition chapbooks each containing an individual story signed by the author. When a young couple move into a new … Continue reading →

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London Screenwriters’ Festival 2021

Posted on 28/02/2021 by Rebeccadanks

This month I’ve been attending the fantastic London Screenwriters’ Festival 2021. I’ve learnt so many helpful tips and here are some of the highlights. Tip 1: Don’t worry too much about breaking the rules A common theme across the festival … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year 2021!

Posted on 02/01/2021 by Rebeccadanks

When I bought this events diary this time last year, I remember thinking 2020 was going to mark the beginning of this century’s roaring twenties, filled with glamorous parties and fun times. How wrong I was… During the first lockdown, … Continue reading →

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Halloween Post – The Shining

Posted on 10/10/2019 by Rebeccadanks

I recently visited the brilliant Stanley Kubrick exhibition at London’s Design Museum. On the twentieth anniversary of the acclaimed director’s death, the exhibition explored his ground-breaking achievements in film. From sci-fi to war and arthouse movies, Kubrick’s creative gift spanned … Continue reading →

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Rome Uncut

Posted on 05/09/2019 by Rebeccadanks

When I moved in to Rome’s Cinecittà quarter, I was thrilled to discover the Cinecittà Film Studios just down the road from my flat. I’m a total film geek and Cinema Paradiso was actually what inspired me to go to … Continue reading →

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Book Post – Rise Up & Repeal

Posted on 28/07/2019 by Rebeccadanks

‘Ní Saoirse go Saoirse na mBan. There is no Freedom until the Freedom of Women.’                                                   … Continue reading →

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Book Post – The Apple Tree

Posted on 23/06/2019 by Rebeccadanks

The Apple Tree by John Rebholz. Illustrations by Zoe Saunders. Published by Lightning Source. 2018. A young soldier sits in a trench, his head bowed in concentration. As a new father sent to fight in the First World War, he … Continue reading →

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Dead Poets Society

Posted on 09/04/2019 by Rebeccadanks

Keats-Shelley House in Rome is a wonderfully quaint tribute to the work of John Keats and the English romantic poets. The sad history of the house is that Keats moved there from England after being diagnosed with tuberculosis. His friends thought … Continue reading →

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Charity Writing Competition Finale

Posted on 29/10/2018 by Rebeccadanks

The results of the Link Age Southwark UK & Ireland-wide writing competition were celebrated this month as part of the charity’s twenty-fifth birthday party. It was a lovely evening during which many dedicated volunteers were recognised for their ongoing commitment and support. … Continue reading →

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