Applications open for Scottish teen writers' programme

Scottish Book Trust has opened applications for next year’s What’s Your Story?, a writing programme for teenagers aged 14-17. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2016-12-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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London Library reveals Emerging Writers Programme 2020 participants

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David Higham Associates invites 10 to open day for writers from under-represented backgrounds

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DHA selects 12 authors for under-represented writers open day

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