Category: News
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Janice Hallett to headline Newcastle Writing Conference 2024
Newcastle Writing Conference returns for the first time in five years on Saturday 18 May, as authors, editors, publishers, and literary agents visit...
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Come and see us at London Book Fair 2024!
New Writing North is heading to the London Book Fair (LBF) this March and we’re excited for what’s in store...
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Creative sector roles for New Writing North leadership
New Writing North leadership is set to further champion creativity in the North through new appointments in the creative sector....
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New awards, new judges, and a deadline reminder for Northern Writers’ Awards entrants
As the Northern Writers’ Awards enters its 25th anniversary year, there are more opportunities than ever for writers based in...
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Shortlist announced for Gordon Burn Prize 2023-24
The shortlist for the Gordon Burn Prize 2023–24, which recognises and celebrates fiction and non-fiction books that are fearless in...
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Get reading and writing this year with opportunities for everyone at New Writing North
New Writing North is back for 2024 – offering a wealth of new reading and writing experiences, special events, supportive...
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Northern Bookshelf Live: A new scheme to connect authors with readers through local library events
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Longlist announced for Gordon Burn Prize 2023-24
The twelve-strong longlist for the Gordon Burn Prize 2023-24 has been revealed today (Thursday 7 December), recognising fiction and non-fiction books that are fearless...
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New opportunities from the Writing and Publishing Skills Hub
Applications are open for a range of exciting new opportunities from our Writing and Publishing Skills Hub for freelancers, writers,...
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Second year for Publishing MA created by Hachette UK, New Writing North and Northumbria University
Following the first-year success of Hachette UK and New Writing North’s partnership with Northumbria University to deliver an innovative new...
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Northern Writers’ Awards open for entries in 25th anniversary year
The Northern Writers’ Awards will celebrate their 25th anniversary year in 2024, with many of the award categories now open...
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A Writing Chance 2024-25 opens for entries
A WRITING CHANCE – the pioneering programme for change, produced by New Writing North and co-founded by actor and philanthropist...