February 2026

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**The Pen to Print Book Challenge**Calling all aspiring writers - can you write a novel in a year?If you have an idea for a novel that you would like to write or have written a book and not sure what the next stage in the process is, this is for you. To enter send in your book idea we will review the entries with industry experts. Writers of the best ideas will be selected to be mentored by a professional writer who will work with you to complete your book and make it ready for publication. Your commitment is to 12 months of free mentoring during 2027. If you have been shortlisted we will contact you in December 2026.FREE To EnterClosing Date: 12 Noon, Wednesday 30 September 2026.Win a Tablet PC.All selected finalists will receive a year of fee mentoring and have the opportunity to get their completed book published, a package worth over £5,000.Visit www.pentoprint.org/competitions for full terms & conditions and how to apply.Please read T's & C's before submitting. ... See MoreSee Less

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**New Workshop**Women’s Wellbeing Writing Retreat Workshop with Serena B. Slack-RobinsWhen: 3, 10, 17 & 24 March, 10am-12pmWhere: Barking Learning CentreFREEBook Your Place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pen-to-print-womens-wellbeing-writing-retreat-workshop-tickets-1981847925495A series of women’s wellbeing writing workshops that spark creativity, build confidence & support mental wellness through guided activities.Pen to Print bring you this event in support of Women’s Empowerment Month 2026Please note these workshops are designed for women, including anyone who identifies as a woman, as well as non-binary individuals. They focus on supporting positive wellbeing and are not intended to replace therapy or counselling.NB: To make the most of Women’s Wellbeing Writing Retreat Workshops, please ensure that you book your place for all sessions on Tuesday 3, 10, 17 and 24 March. ... See MoreSee Less

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2026 is The National Year of Reading and we want to share our favourite books with you!Here are Write On! regular Sarah Frideswide's top picks:To Heal A Fractured World by Jonathan Sacks Strange The Dreamer by Laini Taylor Reading The Flowers by Linda France Wired For Story by Lisa CronHinds Feet On High Places by Hannah Hurnard Dust by Yvonne Adhiambo OwuorThe English Patient by Michael Ondaatje All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr Take Me With You by Andrea GibsonGood Morning Midnight by Jean Rhys The Accusation by Bandi Let us know if you've read any of these or feel inspired to pick one up from your local library.If you're into it, read into it - H#GoAllInd#NationalYearOfReadingalyearofreading ... See MoreSee Less

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