Coverstory books' first offering of 2021, "New Contexts: 1" - a stunning anthology of poetry and prose - is published today! Links to information about "New Contexts: 1": Book synopsis including on-line purchasing linksSome pre-publication comments / reviewsAbout the authors Please follow us to recieve notification of upcoming 2021 Coverstory books publications!
In addition to the publication of "New Contexts: 1" on 1st January, Coverstory books is delighted to share news on the titles currently being planned for the first part of the new year. Firstly, two debut collections from UK-based poets: "She Who Sings Is Not Always Happy", by Julia Usman, a reflective collection of warm [...]
In advance of the publication of "New Contexts: 1" on the 1st January 2021, Coverstory books is delighted to be able to share some of the comments from early reviewers of the anthology: "wonderful""the anthology looks great""a very handsome publication""strong and wonderfully varied writing""a very good crop of writers""impressive""it looks superb" Please make a note [...]
Here at Coverstory books, 2020 has finished with something of a flourish with the publication of Kate Miller's book of three plays "Pins & Feathers" at the beginning of this month, and our inaugural "New Contexts" anthology being readied for a 1st January publication date. Add these to 2020's five other books and it has [...]
After a strenuous selection process throughout October, we are making good progress in preparation for our publication of "New Contexts" in the new year. With all shortlisted submissions how verified, final preparations are now underway in advance of proof production in early December. Subject to signing that off, "New Contexts: 1" will be available from [...]
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We often encounter difficulty when trying to reconcile our memories of events with what actually happened. In the almost inevitable mis-match, our mind plays tricks on us, and what we have recently learned and how we have recently lived gets in the way and colours the past. Pressed to recall his own life, the challenge [...]
Life weaves its magic of triumphs and disappointments everywhere, and often those burdened with more than their fair share of tragedy can feel lost and alone. Even in a quiet coastal backwater such as Maunston Quay, people like Lewis Airy struggle with their personal tragedies and grief. And when Anna arrives, evidently trying to come [...]
The response to our call for submissions to Coverstory books' inaugural edition of "New Contexts" has been tremendous. Over 200 pieces of poetry and prose have been received - enough to produce three volumes! Shortlisting work now begins. Our goal is complete this by the end of October / early November with the target of [...]
The deadline for submissions to Coverstory books' upcoming poetry and prose anthology, "New Contexts", is being extended by one week to 7th October. This is to allow a little extra time to a group of invitees who received notice of the project later than intended; it is not a reflection on a poor response. At [...]
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