The Isle of Man is celebrating the written word this month.
Litfest begins on Thursday the 26th, and writers from across genres will be on the Island.
Events include an opening night 'Book Fanatics' quiz, school visits, and performance poetry.
Organiser John Quirk says they are building upon last year's festival:
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A man who punched another man in the face several times while he was in a hot tub has been jailed for one year and eight months
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Rob Cowell has taken over the role from Alby Oldham
Changes to Steam Packet schedules next week
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Minister acknowledges need to act quickly to mitigate concerns of hospitality sector
The LVA chairman has pledged to work with the Department to find options for support
Neil Taverner wins Cleveland Medal
Breesha Kelsey took the win for the Sheffield Plate
Technical issue behind flight delay
The flight to Bristol was meant to leave the Island at 4.30pm
