About the session
Whether you’re new or experienced in submitting to literary competitions, this session will offer top tips on entering and the chance to hear firsthand what goes on behind the scenes.
Join Matt Freidson as he shares his experience of running the Creative Future Writers’ Award from front to back, as well as reading each and every entry. He’ll share some of the common do’s and don’ts to watch out for as you send in your work, as well as how to find and choose competitions to enter.
He’ll also speak about what excites him and literary judges in a submission—covering poetry, short stories and creative non-fiction—and how to make your work stand out. Finally, he’ll offer his advice on keeping track of your competition entries, and how to keep going in the face of rejection. There will be time for Q&A, so do come with any questions.
About the facilitator
Matt Freidson is the Deputy Director of Creative Future and has managed the Writers’ Award since 2019. He has published over twenty stories in journals and anthologies, and his book is available here. He has recently started an artistic practice in printmaking, which you can see here.
Who is it for?
All underrepresented writers—those who face barriers to opportunities due to mental health issues, physical health/disability, sensory impairment, learning disabilities, neurodivergence, substance misuse, survivors, carers, working class backgrounds, and those from the LGBTQIA+ community, Black, Asian, traveller, mixed heritage or other global majority backgrounds.
Dates & Time
Wednesday 1 April, 7 – 8pm
This course takes place online via Zoom. The link will be sent seven days prior to the session, and again on the day.
Access
This session will be recorded and available to stream to registered attendees only for seven days.
You can see our full access commitments here. Please add any additional requirements when booking.
Cost
This session is part of our Arts for Impact Big Give campaign to keep the Writers’ Award free to enter.
To secure your place, make a donation of £5 or more—it’s matched 1:1, so your contribution will go a long way!
