An engine for creative reading and writing

New Writing North is the writing development agency for the North of England.
Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, we have produced nationally significant work since 1996.

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Writing is powerful. It can change the way we explore the world, understand ourselves and connect with one another. Writers craft the stories that shape us.

We bring people together through books and writing. We create opportunities for writers and we find and support talented people from all backgrounds to achieve their creative ambitions.

We build the narrative power of young people and communities throughout the North. We platform the work of those whose voices are missing from the mainstream conversation.

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Winter 2024-25

This winter, there are so many ways to take part in New Writing North’s programme

Bring warmth and creativity to those chilly winter days with our new season of writing opportunities. You could spend time with award-winning screenwriters, get creative careers training, submit your work-in-progress for an award, or join a writing group, course or workshop.

Find listings online: events, groups and activities and current projects.

Download the Winter 2024-25 programme (PDF)

Join a vibrant online writing community

Work with industry experts to master new skills and see how far your talent can take you

On New Writing North Academy online courses, you will explore the techniques used by leading contemporary writers, learn to critique work-in-progress, develop your own voice and hone your writing craft.

New Writing North Academy has been created in partnership with the Professional Writing Academy, the industry-leading online course provider whose digital campus is the first platform specifically designed for teaching writing.

New Writing North Academy