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Write On! Features: Why Write? by Silviya Vijeyaruban

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By Silviya Vijeyaruban For as long as I can remember, soul-searching in solitude has - and still does - consume me. A constant cycle of introspection, where I long to uncover deeper meanings about my life and identity at every stage. I search desperately for understanding, of my desires, fears, struggles ...

Write On! Issue 24 OUT TODAY

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Issue 24, Out Today Write On! 24, sponsored by Hay Festival is out today. You can see it digitally, or get your physical copy from libraries and other outlets up and down the country. This issue explores ‘Misunderstandings’ and is focussed on showcasing work that examines how we see ourselves and others ...

Thoughtful Tuesdays: Misunderstanding Events

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By Eithne Cullen Welcome to April’s Thoughtful Tuesday page. We’re finishing off our theme of ‘Misunderstandings’ this month and I thought about some of the confusions we find in our calendars and diaries. This year, unusually, saw Lent and Ramadan coinciding in the calendar: important times of prayer and fasting for ...

Barking and Dagenham Carnival 2025

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Barking and Dagenham Carnival 2025: A Decade of Celebration, Culture, and Community Mark Your Calendar! The Barking and Dagenham Carnival 2025 will take place on Saturday, 12 July 2025, at Barking Town Square (IG11 7LU) from 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM. This special edition marks the 10th anniversary of a festival that ...

Write On! Interviews: Author Charlotte Faulconbridge

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Write On! interviews author Charlotte Faulconbridge Charlotte Faulconbridge is an autistic and chronically ill prize-winning poet, published author, musician and TEDx performer/speaker. She became an ambassador for MIND Coventry and Warwickshire in 2024 and was a highly commended finalist in the BBC Make A Difference Awards. Her debut book, Too High To ...

Monday Moments: Looks Can Be Deceiving

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Introduced By Amber Hall Spring is in full swing here in the UK and I’ve found my mood lifted by the brighter weather and longer days. I hope it’s a feeling shared, readers – it’s a miracle what a little sunshine can do! Our theme this month continues to be ‘Misunderstandings’ and ...

April 2025 Events

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April 2025 Events Poetry For Women Workshop with Madeleine F White When: 8 April, 6.30-7.45pm Where: Online Book Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/pen-to-print-4972836883 Creative Writing Workshop with Ian Ayris When: 12 April, 10am-12pm Where: Barking Learning Centre & Online Book Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/pen-to-print-4972836883 Poetry Classes with Mab Jones When: 12 April, 1.30-3.30pm Where: Barking Learning Centre & Online Book Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/pen-to-print-4972836883 Writing Our Heritage with Jo Scott When: ...

Pen to Print Speech And Drama Festival

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  Pen to Print Speech And Drama Festival (Also incorporating the Michael Feld Writing Competition for Young People!) Competition CLOSES: Friday 30 May 2025, 5pm   Write and perform a Poem, Monologue or Short Play of no more than 3 minutes long as part of our Speech and Drama Festival on Saturday 19 July 2025. Winners in each category ...

Write On! Interviews: Author Viv Foster

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Write On! interviews author Viv Foster Viv says:"I was born Vivien Foster in Stepney. Uncomfortable with the formality of Vivien, I now prefer to be called Viv. My dad worked in a battery factory in Dagenham as a work study engineer, so we moved to Barking just before I hit secondary ...