by Stephie Jessop | Apr 22, 2026 | News, Opportunities
Open Call: Creative Writing Inspired by a Favourite Book We’re inviting poetry and creative writing inspired by a book that is meaningful to you. This could be a piece that responds directly to the book, draws on its themes or style, or reimagines a character, moment,...
by Stephie Jessop | Apr 22, 2026 | Burnley's Favourite Books - Creative Writing
As part of our Burnley’s Favourite Books project, we invited local writers to create a piece inspired by a book they love. Each response is a reflection on the stories that stay with us. Favourite Book: Good Morning, Midnight by Jean Rhys Submitted by: Jenny...
by Stephie Jessop | Feb 17, 2026 | Opportunities
We’re inviting poetry and short prose submissions inspired by Men of Burnley, a short film exploring connection, community, and what it means to be human. The film touches on themes including, but not limited to, loneliness, mental health, hobbies, the importance of...
by Stephie Jessop | Dec 4, 2025 | News, Opportunities
Why Not Burnley? and A Moment to Yourself Deadline: 9am, Monday 12th January 2026Free to enter We’re inviting writers of all ages from Burnley and the surrounding areas to take part in a new creative project celebrating local voices, everyday creativity, and the...
by Stephie Jessop | Jun 4, 2025 | News, Opportunities
The Queen Street Mill Young Creatives and The Burnley Mechanics Front Room Promoters are working with Burnley Words Festival to create an exhibition of local writers’ work, inspired by the Mill and Burnley’s industrial heritage and the surrounding landscape. We...
