A Wayward Word
Writing as craft, writing as care.
The Dandelion
Welcome. I design and deliver courses built around creative writing and wellbeing — and, more often than not, an intuitive blend of the two.
Whether you want to finish the novel that's been nagging at you for years, write your first poem since school, or simply sit down with a pen and see what surfaces, there's a course here for you. My workshops welcome complete beginners and seasoned writers in equal measure, and they all rest on a single belief: that putting words on the page is good for the reader and the writer (even if they're the same person!)
I believe that writing is a form of self-care. By bringing together creative practice and gentle reflection, my workshops and courses create space for everyone, providing a supportive environment to push boundaries and share experiences.
Sessions run as relaxed two-hour workshops, four-week courses, and a longer six-week journey, in small and friendly groups in person at NCTC Chatteris. There are courses for adults, and a dedicated set for teenagers.
Coming soon — online Self-paced versions of my courses are on their way, so you can write at your own pace, wherever you are. Become a Site Member to be the first to hear when they open.
There's no sign-up and nothing to buy. Just a prompt, freely given, and however long you'd like to spend with it. A new one arrives every day.
Latest News
Autumn Workshop Dates
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Creative Writing Circle
New creative writing and wellbeing sessions are now scheduled for the Autumn. Very small groups to keep things friendly.
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A weekly gathering for writers and those who aspire to write, held in Chatteris. A friendly and fun group practicing Creative Writing for Wellbeing.
Courses and Workshops
My courses run in person at present, in small groups where everyone gets room to breathe and be heard. Dip in with a standalone two-hour workshop, go deeper over a four-week course, or take the fuller six-week journey — every session runs to two hours except the Creative Writing Circle, which is a 90 minute session.
Come and Write
These courses are for adults at every stage — the never-have, the used-to, and the always-meant-to — and I run a dedicated set of workshops for teenagers, built around the things they already love. Some people come to write a book; some to write a single poem; some simply because they enjoy it. All are welcome.
From My Pen & Yours
This is where I occasionally share my own writing along with some pieces by my students that they have given me permission to share.
Here's a rare poem I wrote during a momentary lapse of reason, induced by sleep deprivation and strong painkillers!
Online is on the way!
Self-paced online courses are on their way — and the people on my list get there first. Join up for early access, and the monthly newsletter with writing prompts, news, and dates for my in-person workshops along the way.
Free guide for your creative journey
You’ll receive my exclusive creative writing PDF guide Settle, then Write immediately upon joining the waitlist
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