From suffragettes to spoken-word pioneers, uncover the voices that changed literature and society.

Join local editor Ana Sampson as she discusses her anthology ‘She is Fierce’ and gives a talk on The Hidden history of women writers.

‘She Is Fierce:’ A stunning gift book containing 150 bold, brave and beautiful poems by women – from classic, well-loved poets to innovative and bold modern voices. From suffragettes to school girls, from spoken word superstars to civil rights activists, from aristocratic ladies to kitchen maids, these are voices that deserve to be heard.

Books will be on sale at the event and Ana will be happy to sign them for you.

About the author:

Ana Sampson is the author of many best-selling anthologies including I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud and Other Poems You Half-Remember from School, Tyger Tyger Burning Bright: Much Loved Poems you Half-Remember, Poems to Learn by Heart, Green and Pleasant Land: Best-Loved Poems of the British Countryside, Best-Loved Poems: A Treasury of Verse, and Wonder: The Natural History Poetry Collection.

Ana grew up in Kent and studied English Literature at the University of Sheffield. After achieving both a BA and an MA, she began a career in publishing PR and has appeared multiple time on radio and television discussing books and poetry. She lives in London with her her husband, young daughter and two cats.

Key information about booking:

The event starts at 2pm

The event is suitable for teens and up

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This event is in support of the National Year of Reading.

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