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Vicki Jarrett
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Novelist (Nothing is Heavy, Always North), short story writer (The Way Out - collected stories).
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⭐️ FOCUS - Utopiales 2025

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Pour la 25ᵉ édition des Utopiales, retrouvez nos auteurs à Nantes, du 30 octobre au 2 novembre.
Et en guise de prélude, explorez les univers de Vicki Jarett, Catherine Dufour, Marge Nantel, Fabien Cerutti, Jean-Marc Ligny, Bleuenn Guillou et Maiwenn Alix !
October 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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It's publication day for FUEL ebook—with 75 prizewinning flash fictions plus TWELVE bonus flash stories not in the print book! It's a great read *and* all profits go to UK fuel poverty charities. The print book raised over £4k; winter is coming, help us raise more: www.fuelflash.net/product/fuel...
The cover of the FUEL ebook, with a large photo of a yellow petrol pump, below which are the words FUEL: An Anthology of prize-winning flash fictions raising funds to fight fuel poverty, edited by Tania Hershman. There is a banner across the top right hand corner which says "Ebook with 12 Bonus Prize-Winning Stories!"
October 1, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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Do you believe all schools should have a library? 📚

It might surprise you, therefore, that there is no legal requirement for Scotland’s schools to have a school library or librarian.

We are calling on Scottish Government to change this story.

www.scottishbooktrust.com/our-research...
Poster with the map of Scotland. Title says 'The value and impact of Scotland's school libraries: final report' Infographic quote that reads: 'School libraries are not optional extras; they are essential for equitable education. As librarians, educators, parents and policymakers read these pages, I hope they hear the plea: invest in people, space and resources, and the benefits – raised attainment, better mental health and more informed pupils – will be unmistakable.' Quote is from Derek France, Preston Lodge High School, East Lothian Secondary School Librarian of the Year (2022) Scottish Book Trust Reading Champion (2025) Infographic containing two facts. They are: Fact: Research proves having a school library and librarian delivers higher test scores equating to academic attainment, successful curriculum or learning outcomes, and positive attitudes towards learning. Fact: There is no legal requirement for schools in Scotland to have a school library and librarian. Infographic card that reads: 'What can be done? Scottish Book Trust recommends: 1. Scottish Government introduces a statutory requirement for secondary schools to operate a high-quality school library service, staffed by a qualified school librarian. 2. Scottish Government and local authorities work with stakeholders to ensure there’s a set standard of provision across the country. 3. Scottish Government and local authorities work together to empower secondary schools across Scotland with funding and resources to operate a high-quality school library service, staffed by a qualified school librarian. 4. Secondary school management teams appropriately train and support their librarians to deliver a high-quality library service. '
September 30, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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Lastly, in an uncharacteristic run of posts - would highly recommend Perfect Days film. Wim Wenders. Just beautiful.
August 5, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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Also in the garden, my wee veg patch has gone to shit this year (cos of stuff) but this monster is loving it.
Cat snoozing in overgrown veg patch
August 5, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Yeah, and here's the bee
Bee resting on a flower
August 5, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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Bee totally immobile just hugging this flower for two solid hours before buzzing away. Fair play mate.
August 5, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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This Friday afternoon, a short from me on R4 short works slot: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
April 1, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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✨COVER REVEAL

En avril, découvrez Toujours le nord de Vicki Jarrett ! ❄️
January 31, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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I love this old Yule Goat costume
December 22, 2024 at 9:01 AM
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Best British Short Stories from @saltpublishing.com is an exceptional series. We're honoured to have 3 stories originally published by us in the current volume. Our thanks to ed., @nicholasroyle.bsky.social and authors @kerry2004.bsky.social, Cate West and @rosiegarlandwriter.bsky.social
December 7, 2024 at 10:31 AM
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New author interview - today welcoming @verityholloway.bsky.social to the blog to discuss their great short fiction collection Cheer the Sick we discuss sickness, history and more! www.runalongtheshelves.net/interviews/2...
Interviewing Verity Holloway — Runalong The Shelves
Helloo! Last week I had the pleasure of reading the short fiction collection Cheer The Sick by Verity Holloway this is a fascinating mix of tales from horror to fantasy and science fiction of...
www.runalongtheshelves.net
December 3, 2024 at 7:20 AM
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Enjoyed this very much. Brilliant, provocative and funny on writing/life. Recommended.
November 17, 2024 at 5:27 PM