THE AFTERSHOCK REVIEW LIVE AT JOHN RYLANDS RESEARCH INSTITUTE AND LIBRARY

Join us for the powerful live launch of The Aftershock Review Issue One — a groundbreaking new poetry magazine exploring trauma, survival, and literary transformation.

Set in the iconic surrounds of the John Rylands Library, this event brings together some of the most urgent voices in contemporary poetry for an evening of live readings, conversation, and creative disruption. Expect bold, emotionally resonant work and a vital discussion on what it means to write — and edit — from the aftermath.

Featuring poets from Issue One – names to be announced ASAP. Hosted by Dr Anna Percy and Editor-in-Chief Max Wallis.

Free to attend | All welcome | Fully accessible

DIGITAL ACCESSIBILITY TBC

Supported by Arts Council England and the University of Manchester.