Writers & Artists Working-Class Writers' Prize

WIth further events added and the new W&A Working-Class Writers' Prize:

Plus agent dates and self-publishing advice

Short Story Competition: Winner Announced We've handed over the W&A blog to Writers' & Artists' Yearbook Editor Alysoun Owen to announce this year's winner and two commended entries. Read the winning story here, and do make sure to keep an eye on our Competitions page in general as we always like to make sure there's one available. Our Working Class Writers' Prize, for example...!

Literary Agent Consultations Lydia Silver and Megan Carroll added. Literary agents Megan Carroll and Lydia Silver have added dates and times they're available for writers looking to book our popular Beat The Rejection consultations, which enable your to receive direct feedback on your manuscript proposal in a 30-minute meeting. Booking and further information

How To Hook An Agent: Non-Fiction   Meanwhile, writers of non-fiction looking to find out more from agents about the manuscript submission process will have the perfect opportunity to do so at our upcoming How To Hook An Agent lunch. Taking place on Saturday 18th May, the event will focus specifically on popular non-fiction - making it ideal for anyone writing memoir, social history, feminist and political commentary, cookery, pop culture, popular history, narrative non-fiction and self-help. Tickets are already in short supply, though, so move quickly to secure your place. Book now

VIDEO: Becoming A Successful Illustrator "It's a really useful tool to have in your hands how people like to be approached, and what ways they work with illustrators."   Jo Davies and Derek Brazell discuss their book, Becoming A Successful Illustrator, ahead of their masterclass evening with Writers & Artists in which they aim to highlight many of the practical steps illustrators can take to make sure they are producing the right kind of work that will get them seen by potential commissioners. Watch now

My e-Book Epiphany "Over half the book market is open to me, right now, without having to go through an agent or publisher." Frank self-publishing advice from author John Carlo, whose research into e-book sales inspired him to self-publish his techno-thriller... Read now

Upcoming W&A Events

How To Write YA Fantasy Tuesday 16th April Join editor and YA fantasy author Kesia Lupo as she presents an engaging, practical masterclass on writing page-turning YA fantasy fiction. That means creating intriguing characters, crafting and maintaining an exciting plot within your new world! Book now

Becoming A Successful Illustrator Tuesday 24th April Even for talented illustrators, breaking into the world of freelance practice can be daunting. In an exclusive evening masterclass for Writers & Artists, Derek Brazell and Jo Davies highlight many of the practical steps illustrators can take to make sure they are producing the right kind of imagery that will get them seen by potential commissioners. Attendees will also have the unique opportunity to receive direct feedback and advice on their work. Book now

How To Write Crime & Thriller Tuesday 14th May Join Stuart Turton, author of the best-selling The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, for a one-off evening masterclass on how to write crime and thriller fiction. Over the course of the evening, Stuart will be sharing his practical advice on how to craft a novel that keeps the reader gripped (and guessing!) until the very last page. Book now

How To Write Fantastical Fiction Thursday 16th May Whether you're writing fantasy fiction or science-fiction, one thing is for certain: the rules of reality must be bent. Join award-winning author Tade Thompson for an evening dedicated to the telling of stories with a fantastical edge. Tade will share his vital components of writing for this genre, from world-building and creating intriguing characters, to keeping track of your plot and making the unbelievable, believable.   Book now

How To Write Short Stories Tuesday 23rd May Do you have a great idea for a short story but unsure as to where to start? Over the course of this evening masterclass, author and poet Jen Campbell will talk you through what the key elements of a great short story are, how to develop your voice, hone your writing skills and construct a compelling storyline. Book now

Yearbooks and Companion Guides

Receive a huge 25% saving by using the code WAYB25 when ordering either the Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook 2019 or the Children’s Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook 2019. The same code can also be used against any of our popular series of Writing Companion Guides, too! Shop now

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And ANOTHER evening author masterclass added...!

Be Part Of The Conversation Are you a writer who identifies as working-class? Looking for an opportunity to get your writing out there? Are you getting ready to take that next step on the path to publication? Writers & Artists are proud to be launching our inaugural writing prize for working-class writers, judged by best-selling author Natasha Carthew. Entry is completely free, and further information and full competition guidelines can be found HERE

Interview with a Literary Agent "I love [the] 'treasure-hunting' side to my job. I'm always hopeful that an excellent piece of fiction is waiting to be discovered." The W&A Team spoke to literary agent Josephine Hayes about the manuscript submission process and the type of writing she's looking out for... Read now

Upcoming Masterclasses - Just £25!

How To Write YA Fantasy Tuesday 16th April Join editor and YA fantasy author Kesia Lupo as she presents an engaging, practical masterclass on writing page-turning YA fantasy fiction. That means creating intriguing characters, crafting and maintaining an exciting plot within your new world! Book now

Becoming A Successful Illustrator Tuesday 24th April Even for talented illustrators, breaking into the world of freelance practice can be daunting. In an exclusive evening masterclass for Writers & Artists, Derek Brazell and Jo Davies highlight many of the practical steps illustrators can take to make sure they are producing the right kind of imagery that will get them seen by potential commissioners. Attendees will also have the unique opportunity to receive direct feedback and advice on their work. Book now

How To Write Crime & Thriller Wednesday 14th May Join Stuart Turton, author of the best-selling The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, for a one-off evening masterclass on how to write crime and thriller fiction. Over the course of the evening, Stuart will be sharing his practical advice on how to craft a novel that keeps the reader gripped (and guessing!) until the very last page. Book now

How To Write Fantastical Fiction Thursday 16th May Whether you're writing fantasy fiction or science-fiction, one thing is for certain: the rules of reality must be bent. Join award-winning author Tade Thompson for an evening dedicated to the telling of stories with a fantastical edge. Tade will share his vital components of writing for this genre, from world-building and creating intriguing characters, to keeping track of your plot and making the unbelievable, believable.   Book now

How To Write Short Stories Tuesday 23rd May Do you have a great idea for a short story but unsure as to where to start? Over the course of this evening masterclass, author and poet Jen Campbell will talk you through what the key elements of a great short story are, how to develop your voice, hone your writing skills and construct a compelling storyline. Book now

Yearbooks and Companion Guides

Receive a huge 25% saving by using the code WAYB25 when ordering either the Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook 2019 or the Children’s Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook 2019. The same code can also be used against any of our popular series of Writing Companion Guides, too! Shop now

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