2 Weeks of Words: from BBC News to the mountains of Kyrgyzstan
Thu 13 Aug · 12:30
Northamptonshire Natural History Society
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Author Sue Turbett will discuss the inspiration and journey behind her debut novel, Eagle Sister. The event takes place at the Northamptonshire Natural History Society in Northampton. Attendance is free of charge.
Author Sue Turbett shares the remarkable journey behind her debut novel 'Eagle Sister'.
Author Sue Turbett shares the remarkable journey behind her debut novel 'Eagle Sister'. Sue found inspiration for her compelling story of resilience and female empowerment while travelling on horseback through Kyrgyzstan. She stayed with nomads, drank mare's milk, and met the golden eagle hunters. Sue also reflects on her career at the BBC, from Radio 4’s Today programme to directing live TV news, and how she made the transition from journalism to fiction writing. Accompanied by beautiful photography this talk is for book lovers, travel enthusiasts, and people who love an inspirational story.
Venue: https://nnhs.info/ Entrance is via two shallow steps. 10 Castilian Terrace - Google Maps There is a rollout ramp for wheelchair use but they do not currently have disabled toilet facilities.
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2 Weeks of Words: from BBC News to the mountains of Kyrgyzstan takes place on Thursday, 13 August 2026 at 12:30.
2 Weeks of Words: from BBC News to the mountains of Kyrgyzstan is held at Northamptonshire Natural History Society in Northampton (10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, NN1 1LD).
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2 Weeks of Words: from BBC News to the mountains of Kyrgyzstan
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Author Sue Turbett will discuss the inspiration and journey behind her debut novel, Eagle Sister. The event takes place at the Northamptonshire Natural History Society in Northampton. Attendance is free of charge.
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Author Sue Turbett shares the remarkable journey behind her debut novel 'Eagle Sister'.
Author Sue Turbett shares the remarkable journey behind her debut novel 'Eagle Sister'. Sue found inspiration for her compelling story of resilience and female empowerment while travelling on horseback through Kyrgyzstan. She stayed with nomads, drank mare's milk, and met the golden eagle hunters. Sue also reflects on her career at the BBC, from Radio 4’s Today programme to directing live TV news, and how she made the transition from journalism to fiction writing. Accompanied by beautiful photography this talk is for book lovers, travel enthusiasts, and people who love an inspirational story.
Venue: https://nnhs.info/ Entrance is via two shallow steps. 10 Castilian Terrace - Google Maps There is a rollout ramp for wheelchair use but they do not currently have disabled toilet facilities.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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2 Weeks of Words: from BBC News to the mountains of Kyrgyzstan takes place on Thursday, 13 August 2026 at 12:30.
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2 Weeks of Words: from BBC News to the mountains of Kyrgyzstan is held at Northamptonshire Natural History Society in Northampton (10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, NN1 1LD).
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