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Nation Cymru review of 'East of the Sun, West of the Moon'

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 Many thanks to CJ Wagstaff for writing such a detailed and generous review of 'East of the Sun, West of the Moon' for Nation Cymru:  https://nation.cymru/culture/poetry-review-east-of-the-sun-west-of-the-moon-by-taz-rahman/

Reading at the Penarth Literary Festival's Poetry Showcase (23rd June, 2024)

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I am absolutely delighted to be reading in the poetry showcase as part of the Penarth Literary Festival, organised by 'Independent Bookshop of the Year 2023' winner, Griffin Books. The showcase is hosted by Katherine Stansfield and the other poets in the lineup are Rhian Elizabeth and Clare Potter. Tickets available from:  Poetry Showcase Ticket link

Buzz Magazine review of 'East of the Sun, West of the Moon'

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Many thanks to Mab Jones for reviewing my poetry collection 'East of the Sun, West of the Moon' published by Seren Books:  https://www.buzzmag.co.uk/new-poetry-april-2024-david-harsent-elizabeth-parker-taz-rahman-review/

Reading at Aberystwyth Poetry Festival (4th May 2024)

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I am delighted to be reading at the Aberystwyth Poetry Fesrival on Saturday 4th May, 11 am. The reading follows a question and answer session about writing about climate change and preserving local habiats. Many thanks to the Bookshop by the Sea in Aberystwyth for organising the festival and for inviting me.   Tickets and the full line up of events can be seen on the festival website:  https://thebookshopbythesea.co.uk/aberystwyth-poetry-festival