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Posted by S_b_McNeilage. on Dec 23, 2011

What makes a book Christmas #1?

Christmas, its a time for giving, and bringing happiness to others.One of the most popular gifts for Christmas every year is the book. Books are one of the rare items nearly everyone has taken an interest in at some point during their lives. But what makes a book a Christmas best seller? and What genres do better at this time of year? There is a book to suit everyone, even...

Posted by S_b_McNeilage. on Dec 14, 2011

Just So at the Egg.

The Egg theatre is proud to introduce a HotBath production of the musical ‘Just so’. ‘Just So’ is a production by City of Bath college students, based on the novel by Rudyard Kipling, and the musical by Anthony Drewe and George Stiles . The performances are being staged in the Egg Theater in Bath, and are sure to be a treat for family’s. The show features...

Posted by S_b_McNeilage. on Dec 14, 2011

Interview with James Tottle.

James Tottle is a man who has been through a lot, from health problems including having to have a heart transplant, to medication side effects. James has written a animated ipad book which currently has a app on itunes for the ipad. The Book is part of a series titled space cadet 56 and is based, as the name suggests in space. I was given the chance to talk to James about his...

Posted by Nate Osborne on Dec 14, 2011

Runner for Sonny London

During the weekend I participated in a two day shoot of what is set to be the very first advert aired of 2012. The way I grasped this opportunity was through the talented director Guy Manwaring, an individual being part of Ad Production Company Sonny London. The Soho based company features some of the greats among the 21st century in directing, these include:...

Posted by Nate Osborne on Dec 7, 2011

The British Independent Film Awards

Hosted by actor/comedian Chris O’Dowd the Moet British film award took place in Old Billingsgate, central London, on the 4th of December. With a vast selection of hopefuls contending across many categories of awards, this year’s ceremony was set to be one of the greatest.With such awards as the Best Film, Best Actor/Actress, Best Director and the Best New comer, the...

Posted by S_b_McNeilage. on Dec 6, 2011

Controversial Books.

What makes a book controversial? Throughout the history of books there has been controversy towards certain titles. Sometimes there is public outcry due to the content of the writing, others its the artwork, Whatever the reason, when a book is found to have a flaw that could be seen as controversial there is no shortage of people saying their opinions and...

Posted by Samuel-Allmark on Dec 2, 2011

Daedalus’ Right Eye Interview

We at Bladud were given the chance to ask Laine Pearce, lead guitarist of popular Bath alt rock band Daedalus’ Right Eye a few questions about the band and their influences. Set to release their debut EP, produced by Romesh Dodangoda (Motorhead, Kids In Glass Houses) in less than a month, Daedalus’ Right Eye have become one of the most popular bands in the South West. Laine,...

Posted by Stevie-Rose P on Dec 1, 2011

Think Before You Speak!

The majority of people nowadays don’t think about what they are saying before they say it. Why has this become so accustomed to the modern day way of life? Someone told me a joke the other day, “Why did so many black people get killed in the war? Because during the air raids, when someone shouted ‘get down’ they all got up and started dancing”. Some of you are laughing at this...