Book Writing

**Taller de poesía en francés** (nivel B1 y +) Un taller para apropiarse la lengua francesa a través de la escritura. * Empezaremos leyendo y comentando un poema, y realizaremos después distintos ejercicios para crear y compartir nuestros propios textos. Guiado por una profesora de FLE y tallerista de escritura creativa. * 📍 online / ⏱️ 1h30 / 💶 20€ (15€ si es tu primera sesión) **Plazas limitadas — confirma tu inscripción por email o Instagram** le.poema / lepoemataller@gmail.com

In a world where fascists are winning elections, economic inequality is rampant, and the climate crisis is at its tipping point, it can feel like the amount of work needed to overcome these injustices is too much to handle. But what if there is a way to lower the threshold to action? Who will free us if not ourselves? In her new book Radical Justice, international human rights lawyer Nani Jansen Reventlow offers a powerful and practical guide for strengthening the movement for freedom and equality for all. Drawing on decades of legal and activist work, she shows how each of us—within our own spheres of influence—can take meaningful action toward systemic change. Inspired by anti-racist and social justice thinkers such as Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò and Angela Davis, Radical Justice moves beyond despair and into action. The book explores concrete pathways including strategic litigation, digital rights, reparations, and climate justice, while inviting readers to learn, reflect, and act in a society that often tells us change is impossible. Brandee Butler, CEO of the Institute for Human Rights and Business (IHRB) and a long-time strategist working at the intersection of human rights, philanthropy, and responsible business, will host Jansen Reventlow in conversation. Taking inspiration from the book, they will explore some of the most pressing issues of our time and, most importantly, how each of us can be the revolution. **EVENT SCHEDULE** 17:30 Walk-in and informal mingling 18:00 Conversation begins 19:00 Book signing and continued conversation 19:30 Event ends *About the speakers* **Nani Jansen Reventlow** is an internationally recognised human rights lawyer who has worked with communities, movements, courts, and international institutions to challenge structural injustice and expand civic space. Her work spans environmental justice, corporate accountability, democratic freedoms, and the protection of frontline activists. She is the founder of Systemic Justice, which advocates for marginalised communities across Europe through strategic litigation. Previously, she founded the Digital Freedom Fund. Nani has been honoured with awards from Harvard, Oxford and Columbia University, among others. **Brandee M. Butler** is a lawyer, human rights advocate, and philanthropic strategist with more than two decades of experience working at the intersection of civil society, philanthropy, and the private sector to advance justice and accountability. Her work focuses on strengthening social movements, mobilizing philanthropic capital, and engaging businesses and public institutions in efforts to build more equitable and sustainable economic systems.

We are back on Thursday the 28th of May at our new venue of the BCN studio in Poble-Sec. Doors open at 7:30pm. We start at 8pm! Be there early to grab a seat! Make sure you get your ticket via the [BCN studio](https://www.thebcnstudio.com/es/events/poentry-slam-2026-05-28-20-00) on time. This is a spoken word and poetry performance tournament in English. We will have 7 slammers this time, and we are very excited to see what they have to say! If you want to participate in the Slam, please **send us a** **private message**! You **cannot** sign up by commenting in the event, as this cannot be controlled by our team. From the audience, we are expecting them to scream, cry, laugh, enjoy! Do not miss it! Doors open at 7:30pm and show starts at 8pm. Be there early to grab a seat! Entrance online 8€ (At the door 10€) **Tickets via the BCN studio only, or 10€ at the door. More info and tickets Link on our Instagram account and website.**

**3-hour studio session – Materials included – €25** **Languages: English**↓ **\| Español** ↓↓ **\| Русский** ↓↓↓ This is a guided painting session designed for both beginners and experienced painters who want consistent, structured practice in a calm atelier environment. You are free to work on your own project, or you can choose from structured exercises designed to strengthen technique and artistic understanding. **How the class works** * 3-hour studio session * Individual guidance throughout * Academic foundation in drawing and painting * Free choice of topic, technique and style You may: * Paint from life (still life setups available) * Work from reference * Study master paintings * Practice human figure from printed reference * Develop a personal project The format is flexible, the guidance is precise. **What makes this class different** The session takes place in a cosy sunlit atelier and is very relaxed and slow. Students create at their own rhythm, but with clear direction and constructive feedback on composition, colour and technique. **Materials** All basic painting materials are included in the price. **Price** €25 per session **Group Size** Maximum 5 people **Español:** **Sesión de estudio de 3 horas – Materiales incluidos – 25 €** Esta es una sesión de pintura guiada diseñada tanto para principiantes como para pintores con experiencia que buscan una práctica constante y estructurada en un ambiente de taller tranquilo. Puedes trabajar en tu propio proyecto o elegir entre ejercicios estructurados diseñados para fortalecer la técnica y la comprensión artística. **Como funciona la clase** **Sesión de estudio de 3 horas** Orientación individual durante toda la sesión Base académica en dibujo y pintura Elección libre de tema, técnica y estilo Puedes: * Pintar del natural (bodegones disponibles) * Trabajar a partir de referencias * Estudiar pinturas de maestros * Practicar figura humana a partir de referencias impresas * Desarrollar un proyecto personal El formato es flexible, pero la orientación es precisa. **Que hace diferente a esta clase** La sesión se realiza en un **atelier acogedor y luminoso**, con una atmósfera tranquila y pausada. Los estudiantes trabajan a su propio ritmo, pero con **dirección clara y retroalimentación constructiva** sobre composición, color y técnica. **Materiales** Todos los **materiales básicos de pintura están incluidos** en el precio. **Precio** **25 € por sesión** **Tamaño del grupo** **Máximo 5 personas** **Русский** **3-часовое занятие – Материалы включены – 25 €** Приглашаю Вас на занятие по живописи с преподавателем, предназначенное как для начинающих, так и для художников с опытом, которые хотят регулярно практиковаться в спокойной атмосфере ателье. Вы можете работать над собственным проектом или выбрать структурированные упражнения, направленные на развитие техники и художественного понимания. **Как проходит занятие** **3-часовая студийная сессия** Индивидуальные рекомендации на протяжении всей сессии Академическая база рисунка и живописи Свободный выбор темы, техники и стиля Вы можете: * Писать с натуры (доступны постановки натюрморта) * Работать по референсам * Изучать картины мастеров * Практиковать человеческую фигуру по печатным референсам * Развивать собственный художественный проект Формат гибкий, но руководство точное. **Что отличает этот класс** Занятие проходит в **уютном, залитом солнечным светом ателье** в спокойной и размеренной атмосфере. Студенты работают в своём ритме, получая **чёткие рекомендации и конструктивную обратную связь** по композиции, цвету и технике. **Материалы** Все **основные материалы для живописи включены** в стоимость. **Цена** **25 € за сессию** **Размер группы** **Максимум 5 человек** ***

Ferran Utzet porta a escena l’autor noruec Jon Fosse, Premi Nobel de Literatura 2023. Una obra sobre la família, tensa, bella i subtil, d’un dels grans mestres del teatre contemporani del nord d’Europa, per tancar la temporada a l’Espai Lliure. Un home i una dona d’edat avançada miren per la finestra. Esperen l’arribada del seu fill, que ha estat fora molt de temps. Cada vegada hi ha menys gent, al poble. Els joves marxen. Tothom marxa. Ja gairebé no hi queda ningú. Quan finalment el fill arriba, res no serà tal com s’ho havien imaginat. *"El fill* és una obra teatral de l’autor noruec i Premi Nobel de Literatura Jon Fosse que retrata l’impacte que provoca en una parella gran el retorn a casa del seu únic fill després d’una llarga absència. La parella viu en una zona freda i aïllada, gairebé despoblada, on la solitud és profunda i persistent. Tot i això, la retrobada amb el fill no els aporta cap calidesa ni alegria. En una mena de revers fosc de la paràbola del fill pròdig, l’únic que desencadena aquesta visita inesperada és una tensió insuportable. La comunicació entre pares i fill és gairebé inexistent i es veu encara més enterbolida per la presència de l’únic veí, un home solitari, estrany i alcohòlic que, amb les seves insinuacions, fa trontollar la ja fràgil confiança entre els personatges. Jon Fosse construeix una faula moral, un terrible poema en moviment que explora la buidor, el silenci i la dificultat de comunicar-se. Perquè els personatges d'*El fill* intenten parlar, però no se’n surten. I com va dir Albert Camus, *gairebé tots els mals de la humanitat provenen del fet de no parlar clar*." _Ferran Utzet **Fitxa artística:** **Autor:** Jon Fosse **Direcció:** Ferran Utzet **Intèrprets:** Guillem Balart *el* *fill* Jordi Figueras *el* *pare* Sebastián Mogordoy *el veí* Mercè Pons *la mare* **Entrades:** https://entrades.teatrelliure.com/selection/event/date?productId=10229412879752&lang=ca&_gl=1 **NOTES IMPORTANTS**: Cada participant gestiona la compra de la seva entrada. Us recordem que aquest grup no té cap interès comercial, és una simple trobada d'aficionats, apassionats, addictes i bojos pel teatre. Donat que les fotos de perfil poden fer impossible la identificació dels assistents, cal que busqueu activament l'organitzador/a de l'event.

*Description in English, Español i Català!* **[Don't forget to join our community whatsapp group for latest updates!](https://LinkShield.co/214)** *There is a captcha to prevent bots from joining.* **Make Music & Meet New Friends during the Sharlathans Open Mic** Looking to expand your social circle in Barcelona? Whether you are a musician looking for a tight groove to play over, a singer who wants to feel the energy of a live band, or a music lover simply looking to meet new people and enjoy a great vibe, this is the place for you. The Sharlathans are opening the stage to build a supportive musical community. Known for our unique vibrant fusion of Jazz, Flamenco, and Latin influences on Funk and Soul classics, we provide the strong foundation, you provide the spark. This is not just a concert, it is a social experience where we get together, socialize, and grow the Barcelona creative scene as friends. **How it works** **The Backline:** We provide the sound, space, energy, cajón, guitar, and microphones. Bring your instrument, your voice, or just your best smile to connect with us and others, on and off stage. **The Set:** We start with a short set by The Sharlathans to set the mood, then the stage belongs to the community. Come and enjoy the live music. **The Genre:** Funk, Soul, Rock, Pop, and everything in between. **Community Collaboration:** We are proud to host this event in collaboration with The Sharlathans & Friends Community. Check out their main group and upcoming sessions here: [@sharlathans](https://www.meetup.com/sharlatans/) Whether you come to perform or just to socialize and enjoy the atmosphere, you are more than welcome. Let’s make music and new memories together. *We have a small filmcrew present to film the event and because of it there will be a happy hour 19:00-20:00! To help everyone get into the right mood!* *** ## ES ¿Buscas ampliar tu círculo social en Barcelona? Tanto si eres músico y quieres tocar sobre un groove sólido, cantante con ganas de sentir la energía de una banda en directo, o simplemente un amante de la música que quiere conocer gente nueva y disfrutar de un buen ambiente, este es tu lugar. The Sharlathans abren el escenario para construir una comunidad musical cercana y de apoyo. Conocidos por nuestra vibrante fusión de Jazz, Flamenco y ritmos Latinos sobre clásicos de Funk y Soul, nosotros ponemos la base sólida y tú pones la chispa. Esto no es solo un concierto, es una experiencia social donde nos reunimos, socializamos y hacemos crecer la escena creativa de Barcelona como amigos. **Cómo funciona** **El Backline:** Nosotros ponemos el sonido, el espacio, la energía, el cajón, la guitarra y los micrófonos. Trae tu instrumento, tu voz o simplemente tu mejor sonrisa para conectar con nosotros y con otras personas, dentro y fuera del escenario. **El Set:** Empezamos con un set corto de The Sharlathans para crear el ambiente y después el escenario es de la comunidad. Ven a disfrutar de la música en directo. **El Género:** Funk, Soul, Rock, Pop y todo lo que hay entre medias. **Colaboración Comunitaria:** Estamos orgullosos de organizar este evento en colaboración con la comunidad The Sharlathans & Friends. Puedes ver su grupo principal y las próximas sesiones aquí: [@sharlathans](https://www.meetup.com/sharlatans/) Tanto si vienes a actuar como si solo quieres socializar y disfrutar del ambiente, eres más que bienvenido. Hagamos música y nuevos recuerdos juntos. *** ## CAT Vols ampliar el teu cercle social a Barcelona? Tant si ets músic i busques un groove sòlid per tocar, cantant amb ganes de sentir l’energia d’una banda en directe, o simplement un amant de la música que vol conèixer gent nova i gaudir d’un bon ambient, aquest és el teu lloc. The Sharlathans obren l’escenari per construir una comunitat musical propera i de suport. Coneguts per la nostra fusió vibrant de Jazz, Flamenc i influències Llatines sobre clàssics de Funk i Soul, nosaltres posem la base sòlida i tu poses l’espurna. Això no és només un concert, és una experiència social on ens reunim, socialitzem i fem créixer l’escena creativa de Barcelona com a amics. **Com funciona** **El Backline:** Nosaltres proporcionem el so, l’espai, l’energia, el cajón, la guitarra i els micròfons. Porta el teu instrument, la teva veu o simplement el teu millor somriure per connectar amb nosaltres i amb la resta de gent, dins i fora de l’escenari. **El Set:** Comencem amb un set curt de The Sharlathans per crear l’ambient i després l’escenari és de la comunitat. Vine a gaudir de la música en directe. **El Gènere:** Funk, Soul, Rock, Pop i tot el que hi ha entremig. **Col·laboració Comunitària:** Estem orgullosos d’organitzar aquest esdeveniment en col·laboració amb la comunitat The Sharlathans & Friends. Pots consultar el seu grup principal i les properes sessions aquí: [@sharlathans](https://www.meetup.com/sharlatans/) Tant si vens a actuar com si només vols socialitzar i gaudir de l’ambient, ets més que benvingut. Fem música i nous records junts.

A casual (but coordinated) coffee break to meet new friends, take a Zoom break, and get your AM caffeine fix. Stop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time. Bring a friend or wander in solo. Come for the coffee and company, or just bring a book to read while surrounded by other in-real-life, community-seeking humans. Come by every Friday, or just when you happen to be in town. Make it whatever you need it to be that week. It's not an \*event\* per se, but we hope these Friday meet-ups can become a fixture of the bookshop! Gathering spot will be in the downstairs area of the bookshop (near the Community Library). Coffee and tea are 1.50€ and can be purchased at the cash register upstairs. Find more info on our Instagram (@backstorybookshop) or website (www.backstorybookshop.com).

This meetup is for anyone—anyone at all—who enjoys playing around with words. You’ll be given a prompt (usually one word, such as “playground” or “shiver”) and time to express yourself in writing in response to it. Anything goes: prose, poetry, lists, letters, lyrics; any form which calls to you and demands expression. After we have finished writing, you will be invited to share your piece with the group (totally optional, but the feedback can be fun). The feedback (this is the only part with rules): Responses should be in the form of what stayed with you, what you remembered from the piece, what resonated with you. This is NOT a writing or craft class; there is no good or bad here. Critiques or suggestions miss the point. This is new, tender writing, and we honor it as such. All writing is considered fictional. This is liberating for the writer, as you are free to write about literally anything and it will never be considered to be “about you.” The first person is always just a character. Please bring your own writing equipment. It is helpful to come on time so you can hear the prompt and have enough time to write. Please buy a drink or snack from Charcha, our generous host.

[Follow us on Instagram! ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnchatnchapters?igsh=aXkycTJsdTNzaHN3) 📷 [Join our WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGcQUlOiwM69tuPm6hBwNt) 📞 Are you guilty of collecting books without finishing them? Struggling to carve out time to delve into that novel you started ages ago? Distractions abound or work piling up? Well, here's a beautiful opportunity: Dive into a unique experience with our Reading Party concept, as featured in the **NY Times**. Picture this: an hour of silent reading followed by lively discussions about the books we've brought along. It's not your typical book club—it's a chance to dust off those neglected novels and party with fellow bookworms! Join Barcelona Reading Party every **two Sundays** at **CRAI UPF** in **CIUTADELLA**. Sunday's is perfect for those who would like to relax before the new work week! Leave your phone on silent and immerse yourself in the joy of reading. Here's the plan: 📕 ***5:00 PM - Arrival*** Arrive early, chat with fellow book lovers, and perhaps snag the best reading spot. 👓 ***5:10 PM - 6:10 PM - Reading Time*** Quietly dive into your book of choice. Feel free to join in whenever you arrive. 📚 ***6:10 PM - 7:10 PM - Book Chats*** Engage in lively conversations about your current reads with other attendees. It's like speed dating, but for bookworms! **Don't forget to bring your book!** *It's a chance to connect with fellow book lovers, swap literary treasures, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a cozy setting. All are welcome, whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey. Get ready for an evening filled with books, tea, and stimulating conversations.*

**Join us in May for a book club discussion of Strangerland by Monika Radojevic, followed by coffee or drinks nearby.** This month, we’ll be reading Strangerland, the debut novel by Brazilian-Montenegrin writer and poet Monika Radojevic, **ahead of her upcoming visit to Backstory Bookshop on June 9th.** Set between London, Yugoslavia, and Brazil, the novel follows Zivoin, newly arrived in England as he watches his homeland begin to fracture, and Alegria, a bright and ambitious young woman preparing to leave Uberlândia behind in search of a different future. When their paths cross, they find in each other a brief but profound sense of home. Come discuss this moving new novel with us! The discussion will be held in English, but you’re welcome to read the book in any language. We’ll meet at Backstory Bookshop downstairs. We’ll continue the evening with a casual get-together over coffee or drinks nearby. New readers are always welcome!

We'll gather at Neal's spot with the goal to create for 2 hours, with some quick breaks in between. Last one of the year! Below is our approx. schedule - so please try to be on time :) 6:30pm - arrival and 5 minute setup 6:35pm - \~10 minute word vomit 6:45pm - 5 minute break and reset 6:50pm - 30 minute writing sesh! 7:20pm - 5 minute break 7:25pm - \~30 minute writing sesh! 7:55pm - 5 minute break 8:00pm - \~30 minute writing sesh! 8:30pm - 10 minute decompression meditation 8:40pm - If folks want a final writers sesh, we do it. Otherwise, we say goodbye :)

**Saturday, May 30th at 18:00.** Welcome to another wonderful event at [Backstory] Bookshop, celebrating poetry, storytelling, and music! 🎙️Gypsy Lounge is a monthly open mic and a vibrant celebration of diversity, creativity, and connection. Whether you’re eager to share your latest work or simply soak up the atmosphere of artistic expression, Gypsy Lounge is your space. Artist sign-ups will take place on the evening of the event. Just come by at around 17:45, on the evening of the open mic. **The first 8 artists will get to sign up.** Each artist will have up to 7 minutes to perform or share their work (or up to 2 songs). Performance slots are **limited,** so please come early. Also, this event is **not managed** by BackStory, so if you have any questions, please DM @gypsy_loungebcn on Instagram. A gentle reminder for attendees: The beauty of an open mic is the unpredictability of content. As we do not moderate performer choices, some material may be best suited for adult ears. Those attending with children, please keep this in mind. **Sign-ups:** On arrival, on a first-come basis.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Big Ohio Book Con "A convention for book lovers all over Ohio (and beyond)! Author panels, signings, bookish vendors, meet & greets, and more!" Featuring more than 100 authors, more than 50 bookish vendors, and plenty of exciting activities throughout the event! Travel with fellow book lovers or meet us at the event. Park for free at the Medina Convention Center, 735 Lafayette Rd., Medina, Ohio 44256, then hop aboard one of the free shuttles whenever you’re ready for your next bookish adventure! The convention spans three neighboring locations, giving you even more to explore and enjoy.

The theme for May is Thriller. • The book we will be discussing is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. (determined by votes from April Book Club. Let me know if you'd like a free digital copy of the book) • This event will be at the main library. Feel free to come whether or not you've started or finished the book. • Small snacks will be provided. You're welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too! Let me know if you’d like to volunteer to bring snacks or drinks for the group.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!