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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 19h

Thinking of applying to the London Writers Awards? One of our judges, novelist Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi, has advice! ⭐️ The #LondonWritersAwards are open for applications until Tuesday 3 November 2026, 5pm. ⭐️ Find out more & download the application pack from our website.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The London Writers Award is open for applications until 5PM Tues 3 November 2026! Join our free, BSL-interpreted online info session on Monday 5 October, 7–8.15pm. To book your place and find out more, visit our website 🔗 #LondonWritersAwards #WritingCommunity #CreativeWriting

Promotional graphic for the London Writers Awards 2027. The text reads "Open until 3rd November 2026" and the image features a small group of writers sitting around a pink table in a workshop, one person is speaking while others listen.

Poster announcing the 2027 London Writers Awards are open for application, focusing on adult prose fiction. It reads: "In 2027 the London Writers Awards will focus solely on prose fiction for adults (excluding short story collections)*. This will include literary fiction and commercial genre fiction.

There will be 12 spaces on the programme divided into two feedback groups.

The programme is free to participate in. Bursaries are available for writers on a low-income. There is also an Access Fund for disabled writers.

The programme is delivered in person and online at accessible venues."

Information about the Awards. It reads: "Awardees receive:
A 10-month development programme from February to November 2027.
Regular feedback workshops twice a month, with 7 sessions chaired by an experienced author.
1-2-1 professional development sessions with members of the London Writers Centre team.
A series of craft masterclasses run by professional authors and industry speakers.
A meeting with an agent or editor.
Showcase booklet of awardee projects distributed to over 400 literary agents."

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The #LondonWritersAwards is now open! 🎉 Apply by 3 Nov, 5pm. 12 writers of adult literary & commercial fiction will be supported Feb–Nov 2027. Learn more about how to apply in our free info session: buff.ly/gI2EpaV

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

There's only a week left to apply to Free Reads 2026, which is open to London-based writers on a low income, the scheme offers professional feedback on your manuscript, your submissions package or your writing. ⏰ Deadline: Tuesday 6 October 2026, Noon Link in bio for more info or to apply 🔗

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Would you like some free expert advice on your writing? Writer Carmina Masoliver benefited from a Free Read, and you could too! Apply for Free Reads 2026, open to London-based writers on a low income, offering professional feedback on manuscripts or submission packages. ⏰ Deadline: Tue 6 Oct, Noon

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

📣 UK-based fiction writers: would you like to meet a literary agent? With @landragency, we’re offering FREE 1-2-1 feedback sessions with two literary agents to writers with work in these genres: Bookclub fiction, Literary fiction, Historical fiction, Fantasy, Crime, Crossover fiction. 🔗 Link in bio

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

✍🏾 Announcing the writers of our Developing Tutors programme, who will run creative writing workshops. The subjects include writing great dialogue, writing intimacy, pitching for the screen, finding inspiration, memory through food writing and sparking conversation. Link in bio for info or tickets.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

To celebrate Black History Month, join poet and artist Phoenix Yemi for a creative afternoon of writing, collage and zine-making. 📅 Wednesday 28 Oct ⏰1pm-3pm 📍 @catfordlibrary 🎟️ Free To book, visit the link in our bio 🔗 Part of our Lewisham Borough of Literature campaign with @lewishamlibraries

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Would you like some free expert advice on your writing? Writer Ishita Marwah benefited from a Free Read, and you could too! Apply for Free Reads 2026, open to London-based writers on a low income, offering professional feedback on your manuscript or submission package. ⏰ Deadline: Tue 6 Oct, Noon

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Celebrate non-fiction writing at our Writers and Readers Salon: Non-Fiction Edition @bookmarksthesocialistbookshop on 14 October. Four authors, alumni from our programmes, will read from their latest work and will have a discussion on building a career as a writer. Sign up link in our bio 🔗

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Writing often calls for solitude, but writers thrive on community and connection. Join London Writers Centre and writer Tutku Barbaros for a FREE session designed to inspire, connect, and support. Writers of all ages and stages are welcome. Book: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/l...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

We’re excited to reveal the judges for the London Writers Awards 2027...🥁 Author judges: 📚 Ayesha Manazir Siddiqi 📚 Leodora Darlington Industry judges: ✒️ Hellie Ogden, WME ✒️ Sara Langham, David Higham Associates Read more: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/news/announc...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Meet our Young Writers Collective 2026/27! From September 2026 - March 2027, the Collective will work with award-winning poets to discover, develop and experiment with their craft, creativity and community. Learn more about this year's cohort: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/youn...

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Learn more about Young Writers Collective, a Young people project from the London Writers Centre.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Writing a novel but not sure where it fits? 📚 Join literary agents Jenny Hewson and Anna Boyce from Lutyens & Rubinstein Literary Agency for this FREE online seminar introducing you to crossover fiction, with insights into the publishing market. www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/c...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Thank you for applying! Applications for the Young Writers Collective 2026-27 are now closed. We will be in touch with all applicants by Wednesday 5 August 2026 💫

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Only 2 days left to apply for Young Writers Collective 2026/27 ⏳ London-based? Aged 18-30? If you're already writing, performing or experimenting with words, and you're ready to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you. www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/youn...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Now live 📣 open to London-based writers on a low income, the Free Reads scheme offers professional feedback: 🗒️ on your manuscript 📩 on your submissions package 👥 with an editor one-on-one ⏰ 6 Oct 2026, 12pm @thelitconsultancy.bsky.social @artscouncilengland.bsky.social bit.ly/4x7m66H

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

We’re welcoming seven new Trustees to our Board 🎉 We know these amazing individuals will help us deliver our mission to open doors to great storytelling, continuing our work of more than 30 years. Learn more: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/news/announc...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Just 5 days left to apply 📣 The Young Writers Collective is for aspiring writers who want to get their voices heard through poetry, spoken word and storytelling. ✨ Applicants from across London strongly encouraged ✨ ⏰ Friday 31 July 2026, 11:59pm 🔗 Link in bio to apply

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

1 week left to apply! 📣 Aged 18-30? London-based? Interested in creating poetry, spoken word and stories? This is your chance to develop your craft and writer community. ✨ Applicants from across London strongly encouraged ✨ ⏰ 31 July 2026, 11:59pm www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/youn...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Interested in creating poetry, spoken word and stories? Apply now: Young Writers Collective 2026/27 📣 Aspiring writers from across London strongly encouraged! Must be: ⭐ Aged 18-30 ⭐ London-based ⭐ Unagented ⏰ Deadline: 31 July 2026 www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/youn...

Promotional graphic showing a performer in a black top using expressive hand gestures against a black background, with the text "2 weeks left" and London Writers Centre and Lewisham Borough of Literature logos.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Want to know the details about our Disabled Writers Commissions 2027? Watch our BSL interpreted information video. Closed caption version, now available on our YouTube: youtu.be/jnKa9aqEFhk

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Thinking of applying for our Disabled Writers Commissions 2027? Join our free information session: 📅 Wednesday 5 August 2026 ⏰ 7.30pm-8:30pm 📍 Online (Zoom) Relaxed session, BSL interpreted. Auto-captions are available. Book: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/d...

Graphic promoting an online information session for the Disabled Writers Commissions 2027 on Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 7.30pm, featuring a photo of a panel discussion.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

📣 Apply now! We're inviting London-based D/deaf and/or disabled writers to apply for our 2027 Disabled Writers Commissions , designed to support three writers to develop and showcase new work. 📅 Deadline: 10am, Monday 14 September 2026 www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/disa...

Panel discussion promoting Disabled Writers Commissions 2027, with speakers on stage and the text: "Applications now open."

Graphic outlining the Disabled Writers Commissions 2027, including eligibility, a £1,000 commission fee, mentoring, development support, and a showcase opportunity.

Graphic listing eligibility for the Disabled Writers Commissions 2027: applicants must be London-based D/deaf and/or disabled writers aged 18+ working in poetry, fiction, narrative non-fiction, or performance writing.

Graphic explaining how to apply for the Disabled Writers Commissions 2027, including submission formats, accessibility options, and the application deadline of 14 September 2026.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

We want to hear from you 📣 whether you’re a writer, storyteller or poet, your voice matters to us. 🚨Complete the survey for a chance to win a £50 book voucher 📚 or 6 months of Audible credits 🎧 Don't miss your chance to have your say: www.surveymonkey.com/r/writerssur... 📆 17 July, 5pm

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Thank you for applying! Submissions for the 1-2-1 Feedback Opportunity with the WME Literary Agency are now closed. Applicants will know the outcome of their submission by Tuesday 29 September 2026. Successful applicants will receive their feedback by the end of November 2026.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Thank you to those who applied! Developing Tutors 2026/27 is now closed for applications. We aim to be in touch with all applicants by Wednesday 29 July 2026. Selected tutors will run workshops online between October to December 2026, as well as in-person in Deptford on Saturday 6 February 2027.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

1 week left! 📣 in partnership with the WME Literary agency, we’re offering free 1-2-1 feedback sessions to UK-based genre fiction writers. Agents Suzannah Ball + Francesca Ali will offer 4x 20-minute feedback sessions. ⏰ Apply by: Weds 8 July, 5pm ➡️ www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-opportun...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

One week left to apply for our Developing Tutors Programme! What will I get? 💭 👥 1:1 support to develop your workshop 📝 Feedback from @londonwriterscentre 💷 £250 for delivering a 2-hour session (online or in person) Deadline: Tues 30 June, 5pm. www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-opportun...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We want to hear from you 📣 To shape our future work, we've launched a Writers’ Survey 📝to better understand your practice, experience + what would make the biggest difference to you. Writers at all career stages welcome. 📅 Deadline: 17 July, 5pm Take part: www.surveymonkey.com/r/writerssur...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

📣 Calling UK-based genre fiction writers! We’re partnering with the WME Literary Agency to offer FREE 1-2-1 feedback sessions to unpublished, unagented writers from underrepresented backgrounds. Deadline: 8 July 2026, 5pm Apply: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-opportun...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Young Writers Collective 2026/27, meet your facilitators! For more about this year’s facilitators and how to apply: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/youn... ⏰ Deadline: Friday 31 July 2026

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

📣 Apply now! Young Writers Collective 2026/27 Must be: ⭐ 18-30; ⭐ Living in London; with priority given to South-East (#Lewisham #Southwark #Greenwich #Bromley) ⭐ Unagented Sounds like you or someone you know? Visit: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/youn... Deadline: 31 July 2026

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Thinking of applying for our Developing Tutors Programme 2026/27? Join our free seminar: 📅 Wednesday 27 May 2026 ⏰ 7pm-8:30pm 📍 Online (Zoom) 🚨 Please note: attending / watching the seminar is a requirement of the application process. Sign up: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/d...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

📣 Opening soon! A paid opportunity for London-based writers to teach their first creative writing workshop in 2026/27, with 1:1 support from @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social To apply, attend our free Zoom seminar on Weds 27 May, 7pm-8:30pm. Register: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/d...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

To many more stories shared & pages turned together! Reliving some of our favourite moments from #DeptfordLitFest 2026 for #WorldBookDay 📚 Part of our #Lewisham Borough of Literature vision, where words connect us, inspire us & belong to everyone. www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/lewi...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Calling all non-fiction writers ✍️ Today, we’re launching a new opportunity with @evewhiteagency.bsky.social to discover non-fiction writers from backgrounds underrepresented in UK publishing. Apply: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-opportun... 🗓 Deadline: 5pm, 23 June 2026

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

In December 2025, we launched a survey with @evewhiteagency.bsky.social to understand what support & development writers need to write non-fiction. Read more and learn what we found: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/news/london-...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Explore what it means to endure, to write & to belong with poet Momtaza Mehri, in this powerful ode to all the creative communities that make writing possible. #NationalPoetryMonth Commissioned as part of our 30th anniversary celebrations. Watch in full: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-library/

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

🪄 Budding fantasy or romantasy writer? Step into the world of fantasy book publishing with WME Literary Agency (@wmebooks). 🗓️ Wednesday 13 May ⏰ 7 – 8:30pm 📍 WME Books UK, 100 New Oxford Street, London, WC1A 1HB ️ 🎟️ FREE - www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/f...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

In this Writers and Readers Salon we will be exploring disability and lived experience. 🫂 🗓️ Wednesday 29 April ⏰ 7pm 📍 Online, Zoom ️ 🎟️ FREE Sign up link in our bio 🔗 This event is funded by the generous donations of Sam and Rosie Burwick and sponsored by @alcs_uk.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Join literary agents Eve White and Ludo Cinelli from @evewhiteliteraryagency for a panel discussion and Q&A on non-fiction publishing. 🗓️ Wednesday 22 April 2026 ⏰ 7pm 🎟️ FREE 📍 Online Sign up: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/a...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

📣 1 WEEK LEFT 📣 The @wellcomecollection Non-Fiction Awards applications close Wednesday 8 April 2026, 5pm. Application information : www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/well... The Wellcome Collection Non-Fiction Awards are run in partnership with @londonwriterscentre and @wellcomecollection.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

This #NationalPoetryMonth, we’re proud to share a special commission marking 30 years of @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social Created & performed by Momtaza Mehri, the piece explores the journeys that shape us as writers. Directed by Tristan McShepherd. Watch: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-library/

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

📣 2 WEEKS LEFT 📣 The @wellcomecollection Non-Fiction Awards applications close Wednesday 8 April 2026, 5pm. Application information : www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/project/well... The Wellcome Collection Non-Fiction Awards are run in partnership with @londonwriterscentre and @wellcomecollection.

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Happy #WorldPoetryDay! ✨revisit ‘A Mother’s Short Prayer’ created by Eliezer Gore for our 30th Anniversary Emerging Writer Commissions. Experience this & more at the Poetics Lab Showcase at #DeptfordLitFest on Saturday 28 March 2026, 4pm 📚 Book now: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/p...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Just one week to go! ✨ A world of creativity and diversity is coming to Deptford and Lewisham. Discover what literature means to us today. Book now: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/events/

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Goldsmiths Prize @goldsmithsprize.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Next Wednesday, 25 March! FREE TIX 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-goldsm...

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London Writers Centre @ldnwriterscentre.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Internet chaos + comedy writing = the perfect combo 😅📱 Join award-winning author Nathanael Lessore @hotkeybooks.bsky.social at #DeptfordLitFest for a writing session on comedy in teen fiction, perfect for readers + aspiring writers ages 12+ 📚 Book: www.londonwriterscentre.org.uk/our-events/w...

Event poster for "Writing Comedy" with Nathanael Lessore, 28 March 2026 at Deptford Lounge.

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