Whether you’ve already got a novel on your memory stick or are looking for a bit of inspiration to give your writing a kick-start, the Cuckoo Young Writers Groups could be the thing you’ve been looking for. Held on a fortnightly basis, they offer young writers aged 12-19 a chance to share their work, learn new skills, and give and receive feedback in a creative and supportive atmosphere.

 

All sessions are led by a professional writer and are free to attend. They’re also the place to find out about all the other exciting opportunities for young writers in the North East.

 

You’ll also have the chance to have your work published in Cuckoo Quarterly, the online literary magazine for young people at www.cuckooquarterly.com.

 

 

 

 

 

City Library, 33 New Bridge Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AX

 

Saturday 15 June 2013: Prose writing with Carina Rodney (Room 4)

Saturday 29 June 2013: Prose writing with Carina Rodney (Room 4)

Saturday 13 July 2013: Prose writing with Carina Rodney (Room 4)

 

Attic, Queen’s Hall, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS

 

Saturday 15 June 2013: Flash Fiction with Amy Mackelden

Saturday 29 June 2013: Poetry with Degna Stone

Saturday 13 July 2013: Poetry with Degna Stone

 

 

All sessions take place between 11am-1pm. There is no need to book in advance – just turn up and get involved.

 

For more information or if you are interested in setting up a Young Writers’ Group in another North East location, contact Laura at laura@newwritingnorth.com or call 0191 204 8852.

 

New Writing North would like to thank the Sir James Knott Trust for supporting our work with young writers.

 

 

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