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The Charioteer by Mary Renault: Book Review

The Charioteer by Mary Renault: Book Review

This positive, sincere and heartfelt classic novel has just been reissued by Virago modern press who are also undertaking a project to reissue all of Renaults books, Hurrah! Her work can be divided into two strands: the searing, evocative historical novels she is justly famous for, which couldn’t be

Burning Ashes: Book Review

Burning Ashes: Book Review

It’s warm and cozy and not in the slightest bit threatening and I can imagine a few men who would rather enjoy this optimistic story of modern gay love. The author has certainly done their research regarding the cricketing world and it feels authentic enough..

Brighton & Hove Calendar 2014

Brighton & Hove Calendar 2014

The Brighton & Hove Calendar 2014, now its 14th year, has been published by North Laine Photography. Next year’s calendar features 32 pages with 60 photos that concentrate more than ever on Brightonians enjoying themselves at local events such as Brighton Pride. Shots, ranging from the fun, to the a

Marie Hannah wins ‘Polari First Book Prize 2013’

Marie Hannah wins ‘Polari First Book Prize 2013’

Mari Hannah, Author of The Murder Wall, was named the winner of The Polari First Book Prize 2013 at the Purcell Room on London’s South Bank last night (Wednesday Nov 13). Mari received a cheque for £1,000 from Vincent Francois, Chair of the UK LGBT Network and Regional Head of Audit, Societe General

Stonewall review of ‘Workplace Equality Index’

Stonewall review of ‘Workplace Equality Index’

Stonewall, the LGB equality charity has published a ground-breaking review of its annual Workplace Equality Index which finds it continues to be ‘best in class’. The review confirms that organisations that took part year-on-year see tangible transformations in their workplaces. The Workplace Equalit

Photogenic pooch provides inspiration for book on loss

Photogenic pooch provides inspiration for book on loss

Martlets supporter, Victoria Bryan, has written a short book about loss, “Jazz Says Goodbye”. The small, photo led book, describes the process of grief through the eyes of Tibetan terrier, Jazz. Walking along Brighton seafront with the photogenic pooch was a great comfort to Victoria whilst her mot

This is me!

This is me!

Krissie Ducann has an impressive pedigree in show business. She started singing in a skiffle band in 1958 when she was just 14. In 1964 she formed a soul band called Cadillac and toured with Pink Floyd, Amen Corner, The Nice and Jimi Hendrix. Hendrix became her lover, as did satarist Peter Cook. Kr

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