T.S. Eliot Prize Winner Joelle Taylor on Her New Novel 'The Night Alphabet'
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In the latest episode of Art Persists, we speak to award-winning poet, playwright, author and editor, Joelle Taylor. Joelle talks about growing up in Lancashire and how punk and live performance introduced her to spoken word and poetry. She opens the conversation by reading an extract for her brilliant new novel, The Night Alphabet. We chat about the central themes of patriarchy and the strength of solidarity between women across the globe, interwoven throughout. The Art Persists Podcast is independently run by Bosla Arts' small team (Georgia & Faz). If you are enjoying the podcast, please support us via Patreon! Learn more: https://www.boslaarts.com/tapp-joelle-taylor Follow Bosla Arts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boslaarts/
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