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Literary newcomer Grace Murray features on The Writing Life Podcast |
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Welcome to your latest newsletter, rounding up the latest news, events and opportunities from the National Centre for Writing. |
Listen: The path to publication with Grace MurrayIn this episode of The Writing Life podcast, literary newcomer Grace Murray shares the process from creative mentorship to the publication of her debut novel Blank Canvas.
She sat down with the National Literacy Trust’s Vicki Tynemouth to reflect on her journey as a debut novelist, her approach to crafting unreliable and unlikeable narrators, and the process of developing her own voice and identity as a writer. |
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The Big Give 2026: £5,423 raised in support of young writersThanks to the generosity of 101 donors, we have surpassed our Big Give Arts for Impact Week target, raising an incredible £5,423 to support young readers and writers.
Thank you to everyone who donated, shared, and championed this campaign. Your support helps us to provide free and accessible activities for the next generation of writers.
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Watch ‘Words That Remember: Tamil, Diaspora & Cultural Memory’ How can we access places we’re dislocated from through writing? What tools can be used to craft cultural memory in words? Watch Niroshini Somasundaram and Inbha discuss how Tamil, family history, and life across borders shape their writing.
Their conversation is chaired by Shash Trevett.
Supported by the National Arts Council of Singapore and the Hawthornden Foundation |
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Emerging Translator Showcase 2026: Meet the Future of Literary Translation Tue 31 March, 4pm BST, online, free Tune in online to experience fresh work from some of the most exciting emerging literary translators working today. Meet our talented Emerging Translator Mentorship 2026 graduates, and hear readings from their translation projects.
Register here
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A Family Affair: Yvvette Edwards & Ashley Hickson-Lovence Thu 30 April, 6.30pm, National Centre for Writing, pay what you wish Family trees are a kaleidoscope of personalities and perspectives, of dreams and disappointments, hope and heartbreak. In this warm, open conversation, novelists Yvvette Edwards and Ashley Hickson-Lovence come together to share insights into the beating heart of their latest novels.
Book here
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There Is No Meant to Be with Jarred McGinnis & Sarah Hall Sat 23 May, 6pm, National Centre for Writing, £10 In his groundbreaking memoir, Jarred McGinnis tells a family epic unlike any other. Tracing a life shaped by abuse, a near-fatal accident, and fatherhood as a disabled parent, he joins Sarah Hall for a candid conversation about masculinity, family, caregiving, legacy, and love.
Book here
Part of City of Literature weekend, presented in partnership with Norfolk & Norwich Festival
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Family fun this EasterMon 30 March–Tue 7 April, 10am–3pm, National Centre for Writing, free & drop-in Looking for fun activities in the city this Easter? Join us for the return of our family activity days! This Monday, enjoy a special reading from writer and illustrator Kate Read, followed by a mask-making activity.
Plus, our mischievous dragon has hidden eggs throughout the building — can you help us find them? Embark on an Easter egg trail with a twist, and take part in storytelling, craft activities and games for all ages. No booking required!
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Made possible with the National Lottery Heritage Fund
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COURSES, WORKSHOPS, MENTORING & RESOURCES |
Poetry Pulse with Cai Draper Sat 25 April, 11am–12.30pm, National Centre for Writing, £20 (£15 conc) Guided by poet Cai Draper, you’ll generate fresh ideas for your poetry and begin shaping them on the page. You’ll be encouraged to experiment, take risks, and push beyond familiar boundaries in your writing.
Through a series of exercises, you’ll explore new ways of analysing poetry, using these insights to refine your own work.
Book here
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Online course: How to Edit a Novel with Santanu Bhattacharya Starts Mon 1 June, eight weeks, online, £300 Ready to revise and refine your work? Through a combination of inspirational lessons, engaging exercises, and practical assignments, this eight-week course will help you develop the essential tools and techniques to help you approach your work with fresh perspective and refine your manuscript to its full potential.
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Call for applications: Norwich–Jakarta circular residencyDeadline: Tue 31 MarchDon't miss your chance to apply! In autumn 2026, Jakarta City of Literature will welcome a writer from Norwich as part of a Circular Residency project. This residency offers dedicated time, valuable resources, and an inspiring environment to focus on your work, while building meaningful connections with Indonesia’s literary community.
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State Library of Victoria UNESCO Cities of Literature Fellowship (Melbourne, 2026) Deadline: Fri 6 April Want to stay and write in Melbourne? Open to applicants based in any UNESCO City of Literature (except Melbourne), State Library of Victoria seeks a fellow to generate new research and develop new work inspired by the Library's collections.
Find out more
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Join the team! Learning & Participation Programme Manager We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly effective project manager to maintain and grow our core learning and participation programmes.
Bringing the experience and collaborative approach expected of this role, the Learning & Participation Programme Manager will oversee the delivery and development of our work with schools, families, young people and communities.
Closing date for applications: 10am, Monday 20 April
Apply here |
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New Writers 100‑Word Writing Competition 2026 Deadline: Thu 30 April The New Writers 100-Word Writing Competition 2026 is seeking imaginative, thought-provoking stories or poems of up to 100 words. With an increased prize fund of £1,400 and the top five entries getting published on the website and in a future New Writers Anthology, this is a great competition for new and experienced writers alike. Find out more
Whispering Wisdom Prize Poetry Competition 2026 Deadline: Sun 31 May The 2026 Whispering Wisdom Prize Poetry competition is now open for submissions! Submit up to 40 lines of poetry now for the chance to win £250 and your work published on the Whispering Wisdom website. Find out more
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