ZOOM SESSION, SIGN UP HERE Do you sit down at the desk with an idea for a poem then get stuck? About this Event If we consider our subject matter as a room or space, as writers our instinct is to capture everything with that space, “while the poets gaze should scope the […]
An informal and relaxed writing and discussion group for female-identifying and non-binary writers. About this Event If you are interested in exploring Queer writing, predominantly poetry, and the issues they raise, this is a space for you. We'll share work, writing we admire, ask questions, discuss and write together. Meetings monthly, led by Squad 8 […]
There’s something supportive and encouraging about having that screen full of faces, the tops of heads, shoulders, all concentrating on writing. So we have set up The Space, a dedicated (virtual) space for us to write alone, together. Think of it as your favourite library, a coffee shop, or a co-working space. It’s a room […]
SIGN UP HERE, WITH MORE INFO ABOUT HOW THE BI-MONTHLY CLUB WILL OPERATE OPEN TO ALL SQUADS The 2nd meeting will be on Tuesday 3rd of November 2020 on zoom 6.30 - 8pm. During this meet up we will be discussing Sally Wainwright's Historical / Bio Pic TV drama 'To Walk Invisible'. The shooting script […]
HOSTED BY SQUAD GRAD HANNAH HODGSON – OUR SPACE A dedicated (virtual) space for us to write alone, together. Think of it as your favourite library, a coffee shop, or a co-working space. It’s a room full of writers at work, and it’s a way of making a commitment to yourself to show up and […]
Research shows we’re more creative in the morning. When we wake, we’re incredibly sensitive to the sights and sounds of our environment. It’s the best time to think, dream and imagine. Writing early captures all kinds of ideas before your inner critic rears its head. Intrigued? Bring your coffee, toast and notebook and join Write […]
INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOPS - SQUAD DAYS We will slide from Zoom into this programme when it is possible. If on Zoom they will stay at two hours starting at 14.00, if we are able to meet up face to face they will take place in the cities mentioned from 11.00-17.00. All Saturdays. Put the dates […]
If you are 50+, live in Stockport and enjoy writing, then join our fortnightly online workshop led by Lydia Allison of the Writing Squad. We meet on a Monday morning 10.30-12.00 and play with different forms and techniques to make new work and refresh our writing. You will also get the opportunity for an in […]
HOSTED BY SQUAD GRAD HANNAH HODGSON – OUR SPACE A dedicated (virtual) space for us to write alone, together. Think of it as your favourite library, a coffee shop, or a co-working space. It’s a room full of writers at work, and it’s a way of making a commitment to yourself to show up and […]
OPEN TO ALL SQUADS The Space, a dedicated (virtual) space for us to write alone, together. Think of it as your favourite library, a coffee shop, or a co-working space. It’s a room full of writers at work, and it’s a way of making a commitment to yourself to show up and write. Pop in […]
Helen thinks of two things: the apocalyptic poems that get shouted at climate protests and odes to birds she's never heard of. If you are interested in opening up a new world of eco-/nature poetry, that brings in voices other than the white dudes who seem to keep winning nature writing prizes, then this is the workshop for you. We […]
A limited pilot of for Squad grad playwrights and scriptwriters. If you are interested in taking part if we develop this further, please let Steve or Emma know.