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We’re a podcast for anyone who writes. Every week we talk to writers about their writing journeys and techniques, from early career debuts to self-publishers and narrative designers. We’ve featured Margaret Atwood, Jackie Kay, Sara Collins, Antti Tuomainen, Val McDermid, Sarah Perry, Elif Shafak and many more! The Writing Life is produced by the National Centre for Writing at Dragon Hall in Norwich.
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Thursday Oct 27, 2016
Prepping for NaNoWriMo with Elizabeth Haynes & Mel Brown
Thursday Oct 27, 2016
Thursday Oct 27, 2016
We talk to Elizabeth Haynes and Melissa Brown about NaNoWriMo, how it's helped their writing careers and why the challenge is worth attempting. Join up at http://nanowrimo.org If you're in Norfolk, head to the kick-off event at the Millennium Library - 1pm 29th October. Follow Elizabeth and Mel on Twitter: http://twitter.com/elizjhaynes http://twitter.com/MrBrown_Author Thumbnail image courtesy of National Novel Writing Month!
Friday Oct 21, 2016
Friday Oct 21, 2016
Three shining stars of the genre peel back the veneer of domestic bliss to reveal the dangerous underbelly of families, relationships and home lives. Domestic Noir, a term coined by Julia Crouch, has never been more popular. What makes it such a popular choice for female writers today? Part of Noirwich Crime Writing Festival 2016.
Thursday Oct 20, 2016
Strange Tales for Halloween - 'Black Shuck'
Thursday Oct 20, 2016
Thursday Oct 20, 2016
Wayne Adrian Drew, editor of 'Shadow on the Fens', reads an extract from one of the stories in his anthology, entitled 'Black Shuck' by Piers Warren.
Monday Oct 17, 2016
The International Literature Showcase returns
Monday Oct 17, 2016
Monday Oct 17, 2016
The team at Writers' Centre Norwich talk about the origins and intent of the International Literature Showcase. What is it, who is it for, and how can you get involved? Join the global conversation at www.litshowcase.org
Friday Oct 07, 2016
Charlie Higson at Noirwich 2016
Friday Oct 07, 2016
Friday Oct 07, 2016
Writer, actor, producer and musician Charlie Higson visited the University of East Anglia during Noirwich 2016 to discuss his Young Bond book series. Noirwich is a partnership between Writers' Centre Norwich, UEA and Dead Good Books. Photo by Martin Figura.