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| 19 Dec 2022 | |
| Alumni News |
Old Stopfordian author, travel writer and journalist Laura Hall née Dixon (OS 1997) has won the Cheshire Prize for Literature for her story 'Willow: A Song of the Woods'. The story is an environmental fable for children aged 5-9.
In 2018 Laura was also commended for her play ‘Wild Child’, about a supernatural happening in Iceland, at the BBC World Service International Radio Playwriting competition.
We were delighted to hear from Laura recently to pass on a message to Mrs Johnson:
"Please give Mrs Johnson my love. She was my English teacher and without her I would not have gone to Oxford. I now work as a travel journalist and writer and love it... I would never have done it if it wasn't for her."
Currently based in Copenhagen, Laura has written numerous books including; One Day, So Many Ways, Kinfolk Islands, TimeOut Copenhagen (2019), Footprint Reykjavik (2003-2015) and 1001 Escapes to Experience Before You Die, noting:
"As a journalist and writer, I generally focus on the region where I live: Scandinavia. I like to follow and explore local trends, behaviour and advice as a way to understand who we are, why we do what we do, and what we can learn from each other.
I also like to interview and lift up independent businesses, independent thinkers and brave people who challenge the norm. As Margaret Mead said, never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.
In terms of travel writing, I believe passionately in responsible, sustainable and regenerative travel. I share this passion by highlighting authentic travel experiences in my writing, and seeking out recommendations that give something to both visitors and locals.
Alongside her books, Laura is also a contributor to numerous other publications including; Vogue Scandinavia, Kinfolk, Condé Nast Traveller, Sunday Times, BBC Travel and The Guardian. Laura is also a Consultant for VisitDenmark, VisitCopenhagen, Visit Faroe Islands, Skandinavisk and Sprout having also set up her own travel platforms i-escape kids collection and Kid & Coe. Kid & Coe has also been nominated for multiple Webbys.
To view Laura's work you can visit her website: https://www.hellolaurahall.com/
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