27
Jan
A Pocketful of Poets – featuring Emma Purshouse, Steve Pottinger and Nick Degg
This event is part of celebrating the National Year of Reading 2026 at Newcastle Library Join Emma Purshouse, Steve Pottinger and Nick Degg for an entertaining session of poems from three clever wordsmiths! FREE but BOOKING ESSENTIAL Please contact Newcastle library for more information and bookings: 01782 485312 newcastle.library@staffordshire.gov.uk
27
Jan
Verbatim Poetry – special guests Emma Purshouse and Steve Pottinger
A special event open mic for Bishop's Castle Arts Festival with guests Emma Purshouse and Steve Pottinger. All are welcome and all who wish to will get an opportunity to read. No need to prebook - just sign up on the night. £5 on the door with refreshments included in the ticket price.
27
Jan
The Best of Everything – In conversation with Kit De Waal
Emma Purshouse will be talking to acclaimed author Kit de Waal for a special In Conversation event to celebrate the paperback release of her powerful new novel, THE BEST OF EVERYTHING. In this moving and thought-provoking conversation, Kit will explore the themes at the heart of her latest work — the complexities of love, the weight of loss, and the […]
27
Jan
Unsung – Emma Purshouse shares poems from her new collection at Wolverhampton Literature Festival
Join us for a lively and heartfelt morning as Emma Purshouse reads from her latest poetry collection, Unsung, published by Offa’s Press. Known for her sharp wit and emotional depth, Emma’s work blends humour, poignancy, and powerful storytelling rooted in the Black Country. Emma is a freelance writer, performance poet, and novelist who served as Wolverhampton’s first Poet […]
26
Oct
A Game of Three Halves – Roundabout Fringe Wolverhampton
Emma will be MCing an evening of top-notch spoken word featuring Dave Pitt, Morgan Birch and Priyanka Joshi. There will be 9 open mic slots available of a strict 5 minutes each. Sign up on the door, names will be drawn from at hat to see who gets to share their work. This is a […]
26
Oct
Emma Purshouse at Gratitude Cafe in Wellington
Emma will be performing her poetry at Gratitude Cafe in Wellington. There will be books for sale should you wish to purchase Christmas presents.
26
Oct
Emma Purshouse and Steve Pottinger at K Teas Cakes
Join Emma Purshouse and Steve Pottinger for an afternoon of top-notch spoken word at K Teas Cafe. Emma will be reading from her new collection, and Steve will be performing work from his recently re-printed collection. This is a free event. There will be books for sale should you be on the lookout for Christmas […]
26
Oct
Emma Purshouse at Penn Library, Wolverhampton
Emma will be reading at Penn Library from her latest collection 'Unsung'. The book is a celebration of Black Country culture, history and heritage.
26
Oct
Emma Purshouse at Waterstones Wolverhampton
Emma will be at Waterstones Wolverhampton reading from her latest collection 'Unsung'. Tickets are £5 or £13 (the higher price includes a copy of the book).
26
Oct
Country Voices – Saturday 25th October 2025
Emma Purshouse will be appearing at 'Country Voices' with Paul Francis and Stevie Harrison. Tickets £5 on the door.
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