All the writers featured on this map live, work, or have a connection to Oldham.

Manchester has a rich literary heritage, but much of it is hidden and in this digital era it risks being lost forever. The independent scene used shoestring budgets to take huge publishing risks but it paid off with the bravery and brilliance it showcased. This fringe literary scene helped sustain a lively community of writers giving a platform to opinions side-lined by the mainstream. As part of our Hard Pressed project, Cultureword has been archiving presses and writers that deserve a place in the city’s history. This digital literature map is one of the new mediums we are using to feature contemporary local writers.

You can also visit our other interactive maps:

• Hard Pressed Map: hardpressedmcr.co.uk/map
• Digital Literature Map: hosted by Manchester City of Literature – Digital Manchester Literature Map