Meet our Monetise Your Work panellists: Bradley Taylor, Writer/Performer; Jo Bell, Writer; Ken Preston, Writer.
The National Writers Conference takes place on Saturday 13th June 2026 at the University of Birmingham, from 10am-4pm.
For more info and to book, please visit buff.ly/XQ23Ekw
The National Writers Conference takes place on Saturday 13th June 2026 at the University of Birmingham, from 10am-4pm.
For more info and to book, please visit buff.ly/XQ23Ekw
#nationalwritersconference #writersUK #writernetworking
Meet our Editing Your Writing panellists: Serena Arthur, Editor; Dr Winnie M Li, Writer; Jane Commane, Editor.
The National Writers Conference takes place on Saturday 13th June 2026 at the University of Birmingham, from 10am-4pm.
For more info and to book, please visit buff.ly/XQ23Ekw
Introducing Writer Wisdom - a series of posts spotlighting writers in our community, sharing their insights and the reason they return to the page, even on the hard days.
This month, we're spotlighting Casey Bailey. Casey was the Birmingham Poet Laureate 2020-2022.
Here’s our latest round-up of writing opportunities. Share this with your writer friends and community to make the most of it!
#writers #ukwriters #writingcompetitions #opportunities #writingprizes
Meet our Keeping Your Writing Going panellists: Charlie Hill, Writer; Malachi McIntosh, Writer; Emma Purshouse, Writer.
The National Writers Conference takes place on 13th June 2026 at the University of Birmingham.
For more info and to book, please visit buff.ly/hjxFNFp
Join writer Lindsey Davis and Jonathan Davidson, Chief Executive of Writing West Midlands, for a conversation about getting published and developing as a creative writer.
Book your FREE ticket here: buff.ly/0lREKHr
Venue: Kidderminster Library
Date/Time: Saturday 23rd May 2026, 11:00 – 12:30 BST
This course is designed for neurodiverse writers (both diagnosed and undiagnosed) who want to understand their own individual writing process and develop practical strategies for creativity and approaching publication.
For more more information and to book, please visit buff.ly/nym29fC
Join a friendly gathering of writers from across the country for a day of industry guidance, author inspiration, and networking.
📅 Date/Time: 13th June 2026, 10am–4pm
📍 Venue: Bramall Building, Edgbaston Campus, University of Birmingham
#nationalwritersconference #writersUK #writernetworking
Many writers follow certain rituals to get themselves in the writing zone: listening to music that corresponds with your current project, reading a few pages of your favourite author, cleaning your room, etc. Do you have any writing rituals? Tell us in the comments!
#writercommunity #ukwriters
World Book Day is a chance to celebrate reading for pleasure, supporting children's autonomy in book choice, and embedding a habit of reading that brings a wide range of benefits.
#readforfun #WBD26 #worldbookday
Introducing Writer Wisdom - a series of posts spotlighting writers in our community, sharing insights and the reason they return to the page, even on the hard days.
This month, we're spotlighting Catherine Redford. Her poetry collection, The Way the Water Held Me will be published in March 2026
Here’s our latest round-up of writing opportunities. Share this with your writer friends and community to make the most of it!
#writers #ukwriters #writingcompetitions #opportunities #writingprizes
How do you find inspiration for your writing?
Sometimes, writing can be a fine balance act between making the reader work for it and making it easy. When do you think making the readers work for it is justified? Tell us in the comments!
#tipsforwriters #writingadvice #writingcommunity #ukwriters #bookerprize
TICKETS NOW ON SALE! After a sell-out event last year, the National Writers Conference is back for 2026!
📅 Date/Time: 13th June 2026, 10am–4pm
📍 Venue: Bramall Building, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston
Secure your place: buff.ly/co2Mkxl
#nationalwritersconference #writersUK #writernetworking
Join writer Marianne Cronin and Jonathan Davidson, Chief Executive of Writing West Midlands, for a conversation about getting into print and developing as a writer.
At Rugby Library and Information Centre, on 21st March 2026.
For more info and booking, visit: buff.ly/0vzjQkF
Characters can form the very foundation of your story. What do you think makes a character attractive to the readers?
Here’s our latest round-up of writing opportunities. Share this with your writer friends and community to make the most of it!
#writers #ukwriters #writingcompetitions #opportunities #writingprizes
We are so excited to return for our 2026 festival!
Jot the dates down in your calendars and help us spread the news.
#BLF2026 #literaturefestival #Birminghamevents
As writers, we live multiple lifetimes through our characters. It is magical to see how we transport ourselves into different worlds as we navigate through our own minds. Do you think writing should be restricted to our lived experiences?
Writing is a craft that needs time, dedication, and accountability. Writing consistently is more important than writing perfectly. What do you think- do you agree?
Happy New Year from all of us at Writing West Midlands. Wishing you a very creative 2026, full of inspiration for your writing.
#HappyNewYear #Writers #KeepWriting
Last chance to apply for our annual Room 204 Writers Development Programme!
Deadline: Wednesday 7th January 2026.
This is your chance to access professional mentoring, networking, one-to-ones with Writing West Midlands staff and access to the wider Room 204 network.
Apply now: buff.ly/Gpr6cTi
Writing groups and communities not only help writers polish their creative writing skills but also allow them to expand their network and meet with like-minded creative individuals. Comment down the writing groups that you are part of and that you would recommend more writers to join!
Check out this line-up of courses and workshops to start your new year with a creative boost!
Visit writingwestmidlands.org or click the link in the bio for more details.
Secure your place now!
Almost every writer faces a creative block throughout the different phases of the writing process. Some ways to overcome it can be through reading more, using writing prompts or even join a writing group. How do you get over your writing block? Share with us in the comments.
Take a look at this list of writing competitions and submit your creative work to whichever suits you the best:
Writers! What other way to end a productive year than gifting yourself (or someone you know) a Christmas treat?
We've lined-up some excellent online courses and a double workshop to look forward to in the new year.
Head to the link in bio and secure your place now
#writingworkshop #onlinecourse
Applications for our annual Room 204 Writers Development Programme open today!
Every year we select a small number of emerging writers from the West Midlands to work with us on a programme of creative writing career development.
Apply now: buff.ly/Gpr6cTi
