EIF is excited to announce the release of a new fiction title next month, the stunning short story collection, I Might Trust You, by Sam Moe. These tales of love and betrayal, trauma and healing will hold you spellbound, not least because of the magic of Moe's unique narrative voice. About the Author Sam Moe... Continue Reading →
Celebrating the launch of New Lyricist at Hare Hair, Cullercoats
Yesterday was an exciting day for Team EIF, as we launched our first ever issue of New Lyricist magazine. We celebrated the launch with performances from cassettes and Ribbon Road, at the community Arts hub which is Hare Hair in Cullercoats, North East England. Nick gave the magazine a wonderful introduction: He then went on... Continue Reading →
Out Now: New Lyricist, Issue 1!
The wait is over, and New Lyricist is finally here. What began as an idea/inspiration/dream when we published Archery In The UK back in 2023, became a project we were determined to complete by the end of 2024. A huge thank you, and congratulations, to all of our contributors, and to all who have supported... Continue Reading →
New Lyricist now in production!
I am excited to report that the first issue of New Lyricist is now in production, and will be ready to launch on 7 December. We have decided on a limited-edition print run, with additional copies being available to purchase from the Lulu bookstore. Thank you to all those who have pre-ordered; I will be... Continue Reading →
New Lyricist publication date announced!
Today, I am excited to give you a sneak preview of the cover of New Lyricist, Issue 1. I have changed the design to include a photograph which ties in with my article on 'The Singing Stones' of Cumbria, which will be included in the magazine. All original artwork has been given a full-colour page... Continue Reading →
Five-Star Reviews of ‘To Catch A Poem’
I am greatly indebted to all those who take the time to read and review my work, and this week, I was heartened to read the following five-star review of my chapbook, To Catch A Poem, from author Michele Lee Sefton: Whether reading about love, the seasons, rain, pennies, the sea, or other subjects presented... Continue Reading →
New Lyricist Cover Reveal!
After much hard work on the part of the Editorial Team, the New Lyricist cover design can finally be revealed in all its glory. We experimented with different colours and layouts, but there was one artwork and one alone which I wanted for the cover. About the cover art Meditation on The Living Mountain (with... Continue Reading →
New Lyricist Update
As regular readers of this blog will know, I am working with determination and diligence towards the publication of New Lyricist magazine. I have obtained an ISSN for the magazine, meaning it can be distributed and sold all over the world, and the cover is looking beautiful. There is, however, a lot of painstaking design... Continue Reading →
New Release, ‘The Table’ + New Lyricist Announcement!
Today, I am excited to announce the release of the debut single by indie duo Travel Sweets. 'The Table' is a yearningly beautiful ballad by Nick Reeves. You can listen to the track and watch the video on the EIF YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/hjVyoPkz13Q Introducing Travel Sweets As a child, I always dreamed of being in... Continue Reading →
Rollercoasting: Happy Easter 2024!
As EIF goes on holiday for the next two weeks, I wanted to wish all of my readers a Happy Easter. Here's a video filmed at one of my favourite childhood haunts, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, for you to enjoy if you so choose... https://youtu.be/HWy6FJEmR-E