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On 230th anniversary of Telford’s Appointment, a new novel set against construction of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
From Welsh publisher Y Lolfa this week comes a new historical novel set against the building of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in Llangollen. Betrayal follows the story of a brother and sister from an impoverished background in 18th century north Wales. Peggin, abandoned by her family, must try to carve a new life as a housemaid. At the same time, her long-lost brother Joe has worked his way up to help oversee the construction of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct under engineer Thomas Telford. read more
A novel for learners, by a learner: a traditional song triggers a novel for new Welsh speakers
An author who himself learnt Welsh has written a novel to help other learners. Ewan Smith's novel was inspired by the traditional song 'Hen Ferchetan'. Ewan, who lives in Colwyn Bay, writes pocket novels and romantic and crime stories for women's magazines, The People's Friend and My Weekly, but this is his first novel in Welsh. Why, then, did he turn to the language and start learning enthusiastically? read more
Waldo Williams: Best work of iconic Welsh poet published in English
Y Lolfa have just released an English language translation of the best work of renowned Welsh poet, Waldo Williams.The Peacemakers comprises the original poems by Williams along with parallel translations into English by esteemed poet and translator Tony Conran, who originally translated them in the 1990s. Waldo Williams (1904–1971) was a folk poet who celebrated the way of life and people of his local area, but also wrote on the themes of pacifism, faith, the brotherhood of humankind, belonging and understanding one another. read more
New book to change minds on Welsh Independence
A new book published by Y Lolfa aims to transform the way people think about Welsh independence. Authors Jim Wingate and Jen Llywelyn share personal experiences and practical exercises in this compact book that aims to decolonise minds. The book, 20 Radical Steps to Welsh Independence: By first decolonising our minds, is a self-help guide, giving the reader various examples and actions to transform the way the reader thinks about Wales. read more
A New Welsh Board Game to Relive Glyndŵr’s Fight for Welsh Independence
Welsh publishers Y Lolfa are about to release a new Welsh-language board game which enables players to relive the uprising of Welsh national hero Owain Glyndŵr. According to the publishers, this is the first mass-produced original Welsh board game for almost 50 years. read more
New book reveals treasury of images of nation’s saints in churches
A new book published on St David’s Day presents a stunning array of images of saints from churches across Wales. The early saints of Wales have become an integral part of the story of the nation. The patron saint, David, or Dewi Sant, remains bound up with modern Welsh identity, and others such as Teilo, Illtud, Cadfan, Melangell, Beuno and Winefride or Gwenfrewy hold a special place in the traditions of different regions across Wales. read more
New book shines a light on the plight of Rhondda’s pubs
Pub Life is a revealing and humorous trawl through the drinking establishments of the Rhondda Valley in south Wales, detailing pubs and clubs past and present, discussing the characters that frequent them and highlighting the impact they’ve had as hubs of the Valleys community. read more
Nigel Owens reveals all in much anticipated autobiography: The Final Whistle
Nigel Owens: The Final Whistle is the long-awaited autobiography of one rugby’s favourite characters. The story of Nigel’s career is one of triumph over adversity, hope over despair. read more
Sports Stars Celebrate at Swansea Uni
Written by Stan Addicott, A Century of Sport presents the story of the last 100 years of sporting activity at the University, from its founding after the First World War to present times. read more
Celebrating Dic Penderyn with a biography, book launch and concert
This week sees the publication of the first full biography of this iconic figure – Dic Penderyn: The Man and the Martyr by Sally Roberts Jones. A book launch and concert have been organised in Port Talbot to coincide with the publication. read more
New book to inspire girls all over Wales!
This week sees the publication of an inspirational new book aimed at raising the profile of some of Wales’ most outstanding women and getting young readers to celebrate and to take pride in our nation’s history. read more
"One of the UK's finest storytellers" - new paperback version of award-winning fairytales
This week sees award-winning Welsh storyteller and author Daniel Morden’s short story collection, Dark Tales from the Woods, back in print and available in paperback for the first time. Rich with the mystery of the Welsh landscape, the stories are vivid retellings of gypsy tales collected from the famous Wood family of Caegwyn. read more
A chance visit to Gregynog leads to family connections and inspiration for historical novel described as "Welsh literature at its best"
A chance visit to the beautiful Gregynog Hall in Powys set off a chain of events that has led to the publication of a new historical novel set in mid Wales, People Like Us by Jan Brown. read more
Learn Italian with your pet!
With travelling abroad becoming a possibility again, the author of an unusual new handy pocket-sized phrasebook is hoping to use humour to inspire people to learn some simple Italian phrases. Unlike many traditional phrasebooks, Teach Your Dog Italian (Y Lolfa) shows that learning useful expressions doesn’t have to be boring or daunting, and makes picking up a few basics accessible to everyone. read more
Burney Brothers of Hay on Wye - Forgotten Heroes of World War II Celebrated at Hay Festival
The biography of two very different brothers, Christopher and Roger Burney, whose contributions to fighting in the Second World War are of historic importance will be published this month and launch in an event at Hay Festival at the beginning of June. read more
Be part of a project to inspire girls all over Wales!
A Welsh author is launching a search for girls’ names to appear in print in her forthcoming book celebrating inspiring women from Wales. Medi Jones-Jackson is asking for the names of would-be wondrous women aged 7-11 as part of her new project. The aim is to collect as many names as possible to print in her new book Wondrous Women of Wales, which will be published this June by Y Lolfa. read more
A story of Wales, Ukraine, Russia and the Manic Street Preachers
Anyone familiar with the Manic Street Preachers will know the track Dreaming a City (Hughesovka) on their album Futurology. What you may not know is that this was inspired by Colin Thomas’s 2009 book of the same name, reissued this week. “I really loved the book,” wrote singer James Dean Bradfield of Dreaming A City. “I love that kind of digestible history.”. read more
From Facebook posts to book - a nostalgic look at Pwllheli in '50s and '60s
This week sees the publication of memories that paint a vivid picture of growing up in the small seaside town of Pwllheli on the Llŷn Peninsula. 'On Bonfires, Butlins and Being Welsh' by Jos Simon (Y Lolfa) is a nostalgic look back at growing up in the 1950s and 1960s. read more
Real epic love story - the impoverished Welsh farmer and the privileged Dutch beauty
Fields of Orange is the story of an unlikely but epic relationship. A relationship which had no right to even exist in the first place - let alone to develop into a love affair for the ages and a devoted marriage. read more
‘Definitive historical analysis' of turbulent time in Wales back in print
Dr Wyn Thomas’ highly praised analysis of a turbulent time in Welsh history, Hands Off Wales, has been reprinted by Y Lolfa in a new paperback edition. The book addresses the campaign of militant activism – inspired by ‘Tryweryn’ and the Investiture – which Wales witnessed between 1963 and 1969. read more
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