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The file comprises papers, [1975]-1976, relating to Poems '76, ed. Glyn Jones (Llandysul, 1976). The poems included in the anthology appeared between 1974 and 1976, though it seems they were composed, and some published, before this period. Some of the notes are written on typescript drafts of works which appear to have been composed by Glyn Jones. -- In addition the file contains correspondence, 1975-1976, including draft letters by Glyn Jones and copies of a letter by him requesting the authors' permission to use their poems in the anthology, and letters from the following, mostly contributors: John Ackerman (2), Sam Adams (3), Graham Allen (2), Ruth Bidgood, Alison Bielski (2), Joseph Clancy, Bobi Jones, Anthony Conran (2), Tony Curtis (2), Elwyn Davies (3), Jon Dressel, Dannie Abse, Tom Earley, Raymond Garlick, Jeremy Hooker (3), Emyr Humphreys (2), Nigel Jenkins, Sally Roberts Jones (3), Edward Lloyd (4), Roland Mathias (3), Robert Minhinnick (2), John Ormond (2), Richard Poole, A. G. Prys-Jones, Harri Gwynn, Sheenagh Pugh (3), Meic Stephens, R. S. Thomas (1), J. P. Ward (2), Harri Webb, Gwyn Williams and John Stuart Williams (2). Copies of poems are enclosed with some letters.

The file comprises papers, 1977-1981 and 1985, relating to Profiles : a visitors' guide to writing in twentieth century Wales, by Glyn Jones and John Rowlands (Llandysul, 1980), including a typescript draft of the work, various related manuscript and typescript notes, [1977]-[1980] and correspondence, 1977-1981 and 1985, including draft letters by Glyn Jones, letters from John Rowlands (58), Meic Stephens (2), Roland Mathias, Richard Vaughan, Peter Haining, Philip Pacey, Tony Bianchi, Malcolm Parr and Bernice Rubens, and an article by Glyn Jones, 'Writing Profiles', 1980, for Book News.

The file comprises papers, [1972], [1979]-1980, [1985], and 1987-1989, relating to The Collected Poems of A. G. Prys-Jones, ed. by Don Dale-Jones (Llandysul, 1988), which includes a foreword by Glyn Jones. The file mainly consists of correspondence between Don Dale-Jones and Glyn Jones, 1987-1989, mostly regarding the anthology; with a typescript draft of the foreword, 1980; and typescript copies of the contents and introduction to the work, entitled 'Selected poems', by Don Dale-Jones, 1985 and 1987. Also included is a draft letter from Glyn Jones to Roland Mathias.

The file comprises papers, [1950]-1990 (with gaps), relating to various poetry and prose readings and performances which include poems by Glyn Jones, and events which he arranged or in which he participated. These include notes for a reading by Glyn Jones which appears to have been delivered during the funeral or memorial service of Gwyn Thomas, 1981; a passage from The valley, the city, the village, [?1987]; and notes for a reading by Glyn Jones on the occasion of Roland Mathias's 75th birthday, 1990. A number of events were presented by, or in association with, the Arts Council of Great Britain Welsh Committee and later the Welsh Arts Council. The file also contains programmes, correspondence and notes, including a draft review of the poetry festival, Poetry at the Mermaid, pertaining to poetry festivals held in England, 1954 and 1961.

The file includes drafts, 1976, of the poem by John Tripp, 'Poet in the village', on the occasion of the publication of Selected poems, and a copy of the script of the play 'It's not by his beak you judge a woodcock', 1972, adapted by John Tripp from the short story by Glyn Jones; typescript copies of poems by Roland Mathias, [1944x1980], some of which contain manuscript amendments; and copies of plays by Dedwydd Jones, with printed leaflets and covering letter [?1963x1973].

Mae'r ffeil yn cynnwys llythyrau sy'n trafod gwaith yr Academi o ddydd i ddydd dan ysgrifenyddiaeth Gwyn Thomas, ynghyd â sylwadau ar gyhoeddi Taliesin. Mae'n cynnwys llythyrau gan, a chyfeiriadau at, nifer o lenorion adnabyddus, yn eu plith; Gwenlyn Parry, Dic Jones, Tecwyn Lloyd, Islwyn Ffowc Elis, Rowland Mathias a Meic Stephens. Ceir cyfeiriadau at sefydlu Cymdeithas Awduron Cymru ac Adran Saesneg yr Academi Gymreig.

The file comprises letters to David Jones from various people including T. Charles Edwards, Margaret Aeron-Thomas (3), Moelwyn Merchant, William Cookson (3), William Blissett (4), Douglas B. Hague (2), Ruari McLean, Helen Kapp (2), Illtud Evans (2), Aneirin Talfan Davies, Michael Fussell, John Lehmann, Roland Mathias, Bruce Griffiths, Nicholas Jacobs (2), Peter Orr (2), Bernard Bergonzi, Gerald Morgan, Ffransis Payne, Stuart Piggott (2), Ruth Nanda Anshen, John Russell (2), Tudor David, John H. Johnston (4) Ceri Richards, Arthur Giardelli (2, 1 incomplete), René Hague (3), Donald Nicholl (incomplete), Keidrych Rhys, Vernon Watkins (6, 3 incomplete) and Walter Shewring.

The file comprises letters to David Jones from publishers and editors (other than Fabers), relating to anthologies, magazines, reviews and recordings, printing David Jones's works etc., including letters from Douglas Cleverdon, Peter Orr, J. H. Johnston, Henry Rago, Louis G. Cowan, Roland Mathias, Sebastian Carter, Will Carter, William Cookson, Gwen Watkins, David Blamires, Tony Stoneburner, Moelwyn Merchant, Dedwydd Jones, Caradog Prichard, William Hayward and others.

The file includes letters from Glyn Jones and Roland Mathias regarding the presidency of the Academi.

The file contains correspondence relating to the nominating and electing of members, 1976-1977, and a few nomination papers. Those elected were Bill Meilen, Gerard Casey, George Ewert Evans, Ioan Williams, Alison Morgan, Walford Davies, Bernice Rubens and Jon Dressel. The file also includes a letter from Roland Mathias giving his views on the nomination process.

The file contains correspondence regarding proposed changes to membership structure together with a draft report on membership by Glyn Jones. Correspondents include G. O. Jones, Roland Mathias and Belinda Humfery who had specific complaints about the present system. The file also contains a few election nomination forms.

The file includes correspondence, 1977, with many prominent Anglo-Welsh writers including Gwyn Williams and Roland Mathias.

The file comprises mainly of correspondence, 1968-1969, relating to the preliminary meeting and other early meetings of the English Language Section of the Academi. The preliminary meeting was arranged by Meic Stephens and the file includes invitations sent out by him, letters of reply, and letters commenting on this first meeting. The file also includes letters inviting writers to become members of the Academi, their replies and lists of those writers who have accepted or declined membership. There are a few references to discussions about the establishment of a new English language literary magazine, an idea which was rejected for the time being. There are letters from and references to, many prominent Anglo-Welsh and Welsh language writers including Dannie Abse, Alison Bielski, W. H. Boore, Alexander Cordell, Brenda Chamberlain, Tony Conran, Rhys Davies, Tudor David, Menna Gallie, Bryn Griffiths, Peter Gruffydd, Raymond Garlick, Ll. Wyn Griffith, Gwenallt, Cledwyn Hughes, Richard Hughes, Emyr Humphreys, A. G. Prys Jones, David Jones, Dedwydd Jones, Glyn Jones, Gwyn Jones, Jack Jones, John Idris Jones, Sally Roberts Jones, Bill Meilen, Gerald Morgan, Robert Morgan, Roland Mathias, Leslie Norris, John Ormond, Alun Owen, D. Parry-Jones, Cecil Price, Alun Richards, Gwyn Thomas, R. S. Thomas, John Tripp, Aled Vaughan, Richard Vaughan, Harri Webb, Gwyn Williams, Herbert Williams, John Stuart Williams and Raymond Williams.

The file contains corresondence, 1968-1969, accumulated by Sally Roberts Jones as secretary of the English Language Section of the Academi. The correspondence relates to the first and other early meetings of the section and includes letters and references to many prominent Anglo-Welsh and Welsh language writers including Dannie Abse, Alison Bielski, W. H. Boore, Brenda Chamberlain, Alexander Cordell, Aneirin Talfan Davies, Pennar Davies, Rhys Davies, Tom Earley, Raymond Garlick, Ll. Wyn Griffiths, Peter Gruffydd, Cledwyn Hughes, Richard Hughes, A.O.H. Jarman, Glyn Jones, Harri Pritchard Jones, John Idris Jones, R. Brinley Jones, R. Gerallt Jones, Sally Roberts Jones, T. Gwynn Jones, Roland Mathias, Bill Meilen, Gerald Morgan, Robert Morgan, T. J. Morgan, James Morris, Leslie Norris, D. Parry-Jones, T. H. Parry-Williams, Cecil J. L. Price, A. G. Prys-Jones, Alun Richards, Kate Roberts, Meic Stephens, Gwyn Thomas (Bangor), R. George Thomas, Aled Vaughan, Richard Vaughan, Gwyn Williams (Trefenter), Herbert Williams and Raymond Williams.

The file contains letters, 1978, relating to Roland Mathias from various writers and lists of contributions towards a presentation on his retirement as the Chairman of the English Language Section of the Academi.

The file consists mostly of correspondence, 1987-1989, between the Academi's English Language Section administrator and its members. The file includes a resignation letter from Raymond Garlick over issues relating to the New Welsh Review. There is also correspondence with other prominent writers including Cary Archard, Christine Evans, Graham Thomas, Roland Mathias, Carl Tighe, Gillian Clarke and Robert Minhinnick.

The file contains correspondence, 1972, accumulated by Sally Roberts Jones as secretary of the English Language Section of the Academi. Correspondents include Alexander Cordell, Glyn Jones, Alison Bielski, Roland Mathias, Cyril Hodges, Harri Webb, Gwyn Jones, Robert Morgan and A. G. Prys Jones.

The file contains correspondence, quiz papers and various other papers relating to the literary quiz night held at the Oriel in Cardiff. Many prominent writers contributed rounds and there are letters from Glyn Jones, Roland Mathias, Peter Finch, John Tripp, Meic Stephens and others.

The Writing in Wales Welsh Academy resource pack for schools was published in 1986 with the support of the Welsh Arts Council and the assistance of the Polytechnic of Wales. The pack was edited by Tony Curtis and Cliff James and contributers included Gillian Clarke, Jonah Jones and Roland Mathias.
The group contains various correspondence, papers and drafts of articles prepared for the Writing in Wales Welsh Academy Research pack.

The file includes a letter from Rhys Davies regarding the reprinting of his first novel, The Withered Root; letters form Raymond Mathias and Gwen Watkins regarding the reprint of Vernon Watkins' Unity of the Stream and from Dai Smith regarding Lewis Jones's Cwmardy and We Live.