Antonia Byatt

About Antonia Byatt

Antonia has over 30 years' experience in the cultural sector, from leading policy for the literature sector at Arts Council England, to heading arts organisations such as English PEN and the Cheltenham Literature Festival. Creating new ways people enjoy reading and writing is at the heart of all her work. She’s also an experienced trustee, currently of the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education.

Our impact in 2018-19

10 December 2019 // by Antonia Byatt

Highlights from our recently published report on our activities and impact during the 2018-19 academic year.

Reflecting on my first summer with First Story

6 September 2019 // by Antonia Byatt

‘In an increasingly polarised world, our capacity to connect diverse young people is a huge benefit’ says new CEO.

Why learning to use your voice is powerful

26 June 2019 // by Antonia Byatt

Our newly-appointed Chief Executive, Antonia Byatt, on her first day in the job and why creative writing matters.