18 February 2020 Samaritans calls for ‘safe and informed coverage’ in depictions of suicide and self-harm in literature In a new factsheet, developed in consultation with the Society of Authors, the charity aims to raise awareness of the sensitivities and risks inherent in covering these issues
12 February 2020 ‘Devastating … complex and simple’ – Morgan Giles and editor Saba Ahmed win TA First Translation Prize The £2,000 prize was awarded at the SoA's annual Translation Prizes ceremony.
08 February 2020 Verse Aid: Poems for the Earth - all-day poem-a-thon (8 February 2020 - 11AM to 6PM) Watch today's seven hour marathon of live poetry, presented by with Poets for the Planet live from the SoA Space.
03 February 2020 Joanne Harris appointed Chair of the Society of Authors’ Management Committee Author of Chocolat succeeds David Donachie to begin two-year term as Chair of the SoA's board of directors.
02 February 2020 Poet and pub singer Vicky Foster, and comedy writer Ian Martin scoop top awards for audio drama writing 2020 winners of the Imison and Tinniswood Awards announced by Patricia Cumper at star-studded BBC Audio Drama Awards ceremony.