Polly Crosby’s runner up novel entry
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SJ Watson on research, writing and rooms
Common traps for aspiring writers? First not getting things finished! It can be exciting to...
Writing? It’s a long game. Lit consultant, Aki Schilz
Writing is a long game. You have to be pro-active, seek advice, read as much...
Competitions. Truth and dare
Your parents were right. It’s not just about winning. Yet one writer confessed how every...
Winning at 45. By Mimi Khalvati
Winning, lockdown and life In 1989, when I was already 45, I entered the Smith/Doorstop...
Why art is good for our wellbeing
The power of why “The two most important days in your life are the day...
Key dates for Memoir Award
Key memoir dates 30 September 2024 Memoir competition CLOSES. 26 November 2024 Twelve long listed...