The Novella Awards at Axis Arts Centre, Crewe

Sarah-Clare Conlon, Literature Editor

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The Novella Awards

24 November 2016

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The Novella Award edge Lucy English.
Poet and judge of The Novella Award Lucy English.
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Launched in 2014, The Novella Award – a partnership between Manchester Metropolitan and Liverpool John Moores University – aims to find the best up-and-coming writer of a previously unpublished short novel of 20,000 to 40,000 words. This event sees the announcement of the winner from the shortlist of four and the prize-giving ceremony will coincide with the launch of the Words at Play Festival at Axis, an ‘off the page’ celebration of writing.

The judge for the third annual award is author and internationally renowned performance poet Lucy English, who will be picking between no provenance by Jonathan Flieger, Amphibian by Christina Neuwirth, Ruin by Jacques Tsiantar and Wild by Joma West. Last year’s winner, The Harlequin by Nina Allan, received national coverage and was longlisted in the Best Novella category of the Saboteur Awards earlier this year, so it’s not to be sniffed at – nor is the £1,000 cash prize and publication by award-winning Scottish independent publisher Sandstone Press.

 

Where to go near The Novella Awards at Axis Arts Centre, Crewe

Quaker's Coppice
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Cheshire
Bar or Pub
The Sydney Arms

The Sydney Arms in Crewe is a Robinson’s community pub, set in beautiful greenery and with a large and secure beer garden.

Crewe Heritage Centre
Crewe
Museum
Crewe Heritage Centre

Steam into 175 years of railway history at Crewe Heritage Centre with exhibits that tell the story of Crewe’s train building days and the locomotion connection.

Platform Theatre Company
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Platform Theatre Company

Platform Theatre Company is an innovative theatre dedicated to promoting new work and voices in the cultural sector.

Gio's Crewe
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Gio’s Italian

Gio’s Italian has produced homemade Italian food since 1987. The talented chefs use fresh produce and make the dough and pasta from scratch to ensure that all guests can enjoy an authenic Italian experience.

The Waverley Hotel
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The Waverley Hotel

The hotel is in a quiet location but just a stroll away from the many pubs and restaurants on the Nantwich Road & surrounding areas. Within walking distance of the town centre, where the Lyceum Theatre, the Limelight Club and other entertainments can be found.

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Crewe
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Alexandra Stadium

Crewe’s Alexandra Stadium boasts a 10,000 plus capacity, with crowds flocking to it for regular match days and live events.

Crewe Market Hall
Crewe
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Crewe Market Hall

Crewe Market Hall offers shopping and dining under one roof, bringing street food, fresh food produce and independent retail together.

Tom’s Tap and Brewhouse
Crewe
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Tom’s Tap and Brewhouse

Bar and brewery based in Crewe that serves a variety of beer, cider, cocktails, gin, rum & wine. LGBTQ+ inclusive, #everyonewelcome member. Dog Friendly, child friendly until 8pm (not in main bar).

Hops Belgian Bar
Crewe
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Hops Belgian Bar

Hops Belgian Bar is a cafe-come-bar offering a range of bottled beers, draught Belgian ales, ciders, continental lagers and cask ales.

Crewe Lyceum Theatre
Crewe
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The only Edwardian Theatre in Cheshire, Crewe Lyceum Theatre is the place to experience show-stopping entertainment.

Bru Cafe
Crewe
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The perfect spot for cafe and cake in the centre of Crewe. Friendly staff, a welcoming atmosphere and great food make Bru Cafe a favourite amongst locals.

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