The Proverse Autumn Reception 2025 will be held at the Helena May FRIDAY 28 NOV from 7pm-9/9.30pm – and YOU’RE INVITED!

Dr. Gillian Bickley, co-founder with Dr. Verner Bickley, MBE, of the International Proverse Prizes will announce the WINNERS of the PROVERSE POETRY PRIZE 2025 and the SEMI-FINALISTS of THE PROVERSE PRIZE 2025. Books will also be launched with the authors giving brief introductions to their work.

BOOKS SCHEDULED TO BE LAUNCHED INCLUDE:

Gavin BourkeAfter Hemlock

Doris Ng Shiu MayAn Inch of Time

Hayley Ann Solomon, Once Upon a Fairer Time

Please find the official invitation and the form to register via the links below to reserve your place but HURRY, tickets sell out fast!

We look forward to welcoming you to our tenth event and enjoying the wonderful hospitality of the Helena May!