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Thursday, February 03, 2011
The Duchess of Cornwall honours services to literacy
To celebrate National Storytelling Week (29 January to 5 February) Patron of the National Literacy Trust HRH The Duchess of Cornwall will hold a lunchtime reception on Thursday (3 February) to honour those who have made a valuable contribution to literacy in the UK.
The Duchess will welcome figures from the literary world and charities and organisations supporting the literacy of children and adults across the UK. Attendees include playwrights Alan Bennett and Tom Stoppard, bestselling author Joanna Trollope, Children’s Laureate Anthony Browne and Young Bond author Charlie Higson.
Bestselling author Joanna Trollope, says:
"Not being able to read or write easily are two of the most keenly felt remaining social taboos. I am committed to championing literacy in the UK because reading and writing are crucial for having both a fulfilling life and proper self esteem. I'm delighted to support the National Literacy Trust, and warmly endorse their belief that with literacy, anyone can succeed in life.”
Full media release here.
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