IN a virtual world of Blogs, iPods and txt-speak, four of the UK's most gifted young writers sound off at The Plough in Torrington next Thursday, May 17. Based on the acclaimed anthology of new poetry, Generation Txt presents dynamic performances from Joe Dunthorne, Inua Ellams, Abigail Oborne, and Emma McGordon . Experience literature from the frontline in a whirlwind journey from scars to scrap-bins; from tea smuggling to suicide. Hailed by distinguished poet and critic Roddy Lumsden as 'a vital cross-section of the poetry that will progress and flourish', Generation Txt is a must-see event for anyone interested in the future of literature. Produced by the UK's most exciting new live literature organisation, penned in the margins, Generation Txt tours the four chosen writers to thirteen venues across England — from Devon to Newcastle. The exclusive tour in May and June 2007 is designed to engage a range of audiences: from poetry newbies to die-hard literati. Hand-picked from a nationwide search for writing talent between the ages of 16 and 30, the line-up includes former Northern Young Writer of the Year Emma McGordon and celebrated performance poet Inua Ellams, as well as Joe Dunthorne, whose debut novel Submarine has been snapped up by Penguin. Natural Creative writing student Abigail Oborne completes the bill. The show comprises multimedia and live readings, blending sharp observation, dark humour and lyrical fire in an alchemy of imagination. Prepare to be amazed, amused and desperate to Blog it all up afterwards! penned in the margins is the UK's most exciting new live literature organisation, producing innovative events, publications and touring projects, and managing a roster of spoken word artists. Based in East London, penned in the margins has quickly established a reputation for creating dynamic, forward-looking poetry events and projects, working with writers and performers as diverse as Anthony Joseph, Nick Laird and Iain Sinclair. Box Office: 01805 624624.
