Quentin Blake, who illustrated several of Russell Hoban's books including the recent Rosie's Magic Horse, has been recognised with a knighthood in the New Year's Honours list.
Trouble Puppet Theatre Company's production of Riddley Walker has been nominated for eight B. Iden Payne Awards, the most prestigious theatre awards in Austin, Texas, USA.
James Yarker of Stan's Cafe will be appearing in Bristol on 15 September to reflect on the company's 1999 revival of Russell Hoban's play The Carrier Frequency.