Writing in Plain Sight: Poetry Readings & Open Mic

Schedule

Sat Feb 28 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Paperxclips Books | Belfast, NI

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This is a FREE event but booking essential!
WRITING IN PLAIN SIGHT is a literary event for both writers and readers alike.
This relaxed event invites LGBTQIA+ writers or readers of Queer Lit to share a piece of text, whether poetry/prose/a monologue/part of a play, that they feel audiences have not heard of or seen.
Everyone is welcome to share a piece of their own writing. The event will begin with readings by established poets Sacha White and Cal, who will share their own work, then we will open the floor to listen to readers and take part in a group discussion around Queer Lit.
This event will be in a beautiful, safe, inspiring queer space for different voices. Come along to read, chat or listen.
This is an event for those aged 18+
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Where is it happening?

Paperxclips Books, 162 North Street ,Belfast, United Kingdom

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