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SUMMARY:Raw Writing Meetup - Taunton
DESCRIPTION:RAW Writing Meetup \nCome and meet a warm\, creative group of people who love reading and writing at our monthly RAW Writing Meetup in Taunton. \nThis is a relaxed\, welcoming space for writers\, readers\, storytellers\, and anyone interested in writing as a form of exploration\, reflection\, and creative connection. Whether you’re working on a novel\, scribbling in a notebook\, or just curious about writing\, you’ll feel right at home. \nVenue: Hub Box\, 27-28 North Street\, Taunton TA1 1LW \nTime: Thursday\, November 6\, 2025 – 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM \nThis is a social event where you can meet other readers and writers and chat about what you like to write\, what you are writing or – let’s be honest – perhaps what you are not writing! There is no need to bring a notepad or laptop – if you’re looking for a structured writing session please have a look at the courses on our website. \nWe’re thrilled to have Jo Middleton\, author of Playgroups and Prosecco and Happy Bloody Christmas hosting this event. Jo will also be our guest speaker and she will be reading a sneak preview from Not Another Bloody Christmas\, which will be out on 23rd October. Jo is excited to welcome you and spark engaging conversations about all things writing-related. \nEveryone is welcome — whether you’re completely new to writing or have years of experience. Drop in anytime – stay for as long as you like. It’s very informal and open. \nQuestions?\nEmail: carla@rawwriting.co.uk\nCall or text: 07474 116771 \nWe can’t wait to meet you — bring your voice\, your curiosity\, and your love of writing 🙂
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-writing-meetup-taunton-2/
LOCATION:Hubbox\, 27-28 North Street\, Taunton\, TA1 1LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Writing Meetups
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SUMMARY:Silent Writing Club
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of ‘The Silent Book Club’ where people read together in silence… \nExeter Phoenix\, in collaboration with Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing\, is delighted to announce the return of  ‘The Silent Writing Club\,’ a place where you can write in silence with others. Make time to work on your novel\, memoir\, short story\, play or poetry in this warm and supportive space. Afterwards\, there’s the opportunity to have a coffee or cold drink in our Café Bar and speak about your work in progress. \nNo need to book – just turn up. There is room for twelve people.  Seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis. You are welcome to buy a drink and write in the cafe bar if The Meeting Room is full!
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/silent-writing-club-4/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Silent Writing Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Live Writing Club - November - Clare Sumi
DESCRIPTION:Clare Sumi – Plot vs Character in Story Structure.\n\n\n\n\nIs it really one\, or both — and which drives which? \n\nBecome a member of Raw Writing and keep your writing at the forefront of your mind! For just £10 a month\, you get to attend two live Zoom sessions where you can learn from published writers and take part in writing activities. You can also enter the monthly writing competition\, where the winner receives a one-to-one mentoring session with a published writer. Sign up here! \nMembership
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/live-writing-club-november-clare-sumi/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Live Writing Club
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T153000
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SUMMARY:Silent Writing Club
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of ‘The Silent Book Club’ where people read together in silence… \nExeter Phoenix\, in collaboration with Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing\, is delighted to announce the return of  ‘The Silent Writing Club\,’ a place where you can write in silence with others. Make time to work on your novel\, memoir\, short story\, play or poetry in this warm and supportive space. Afterwards\, there’s the opportunity to have a coffee or cold drink in our Café Bar and speak about your work in progress. \nNo need to book – just turn up. There is room for twelve people.  Seats will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis. You are welcome to buy a drink and write in the cafe bar if The Meeting Room is full!
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/silent-writing-club-5/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Silent Writing Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Raw Writing Meetup - Exeter
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet lots of people who love reading and writing! \nWe’ll be meeting at \nPuerto Lounge – 38 Commercial Rd · Exeter \nthis time. \nNov 28\, 2025 – 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM \nWe aim to keep our Meetups friendly and informal\, so come anytime you like and stay for as long as you like. \nGreat friendships are being formed and writing buddies found as a result of these brilliant meetings. Everyone is welcome. \nPlease don’t hesitate to email carla@rawwriting.co.uk or message/call me on 07474 116771 if you have any questions beforehand. \nHope to see you there! 🙂 \nCarla
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-writing-meetup-exeter-4/
LOCATION:Puerto Lounge\, Unit A\, 38 Commercial Rd\, Exeter Quay\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX2 4AE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Writing Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251130T203000
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SUMMARY:November Masterclass - Martyn Waites
DESCRIPTION:Martyn Waites – Crime Fiction.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a member of Raw Writing and keep your writing at the forefront of your mind! For just £10 a month\, you get to attend two live Zoom sessions where you can learn from published writers and take part in writing activities. You can also enter the monthly writing competition\, where the winner receives a one-to-one mentoring session with a published writer. Sign up here! \n\nMembership
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/november-masterclass-martyn-waites/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T203000
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SUMMARY:Live Writing Club - December - Jo Middleton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a light-hearted hour of laughter and creativity in this intro to comedy writing session. We’ll warm up with a few playful\, imaginative exercises to get your funny bones firing\, explore what makes great comic writing work and you’ll have time to share your own witty words with the group. Perfect for anyone who loves to make people laugh or just wants to have a fun\, confidence-boosting hour of writing together. \nSign up here for membership. \nTuesday 9th December   19.30-20.30
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/live-writing-club-december-jo-middleton/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Live Writing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T190000
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SUMMARY:December Masterclass - Isabelle Dupey
DESCRIPTION:This Masterclass with Isabelle Dupey will focus on research in historical fiction\, which can seem overwhelming at first\, but there will be guidance on how to determine what to look for and how to find it. \nSign up here for membership. \nSunday 14th December    19.00-20.30
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/december-masterclass-isabelle-dupey/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251218T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20251202T220612Z
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SUMMARY:Raw Writing Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Raw Writing Christmas Party! \nThursday 18th December\, Quayside Distillery\, 60a Haven Rd. Exeter\, EX2 8DP \n7:30 – 11:00 PM
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-writing-christmas-party/
LOCATION:Quayside Distillery\, 60a Haven Rd\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX2 8DP
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260108T170000
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SUMMARY:Raw Writing Meetup - Taunton
DESCRIPTION:RAW Writing Meetup \nCome and meet a warm\, creative group of people who love reading and writing at our monthly RAW Writing Meetup in Taunton. \nThis is a relaxed\, welcoming space for writers\, readers\, storytellers\, and anyone interested in writing as a form of exploration\, reflection\, and creative connection. Whether you’re working on a novel\, scribbling in a notebook\, or just curious about writing\, you’ll feel right at home. \nVenue: Hub Box\, 27-28 North Street\, Taunton TA1 1LW \nThu\, Jan 8\, 2026 · 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM GMT \nThis is a social event where you can meet other readers and writers and chat about what you like to write\, what you are writing or – let’s be honest – perhaps what you are not writing! There is no need to bring a notepad or laptop – if you’re looking for a structured writing session please have a look at the courses on our website. \nThis event will be hosted by Jo Middleton\, author of the blog Slummy Single Mummy and the novels Playgroups and Prosecco\, Happy Bloody Christmas and Not Another Bloody Christmas. \nEveryone is welcome — whether you’re completely new to writing or have years of experience. Drop in anytime – stay for as long as you like. It’s very informal and open. \nQuestions?\nEmail: carla@rawwriting.co.uk\nCall or text: 07474 116771 \nWe can’t wait to meet you — bring your voice\, your curiosity\, and your love of writing 🙂
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-writing-meetup-taunton-3/
LOCATION:Hubbox\, 27-28 North Street\, Taunton\, TA1 1LW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Writing Meetups
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T203000
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SUMMARY:Live Writing Club - January - Winnie M Li
DESCRIPTION:Patterns and Motifs in Stories \nSign up here for membership. \nWednesday 14th January 19.30-20.30
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/live-writing-club-january-winnie-m-li/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Live Writing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T153000
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SUMMARY:Winter Poetry for All
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for an afternoon of poetry on the season of winter. From medieval lyrics to Shakespeare to contemporary writers\, we’ll bring some warmth into January with beautiful words. We’ll go skating with Wordsworth\, look at winter trees with Sylvia Plath and ponder with Wallace Stevens ‘the nothing that is not there and the nothing that is’… and much more! \nThese poems will be read and introduced by Dr Malcolm Hebron. This is a chance to relax\, reflect\, and renew the spirit.\nEveryone is welcome. \nIf you’d like to be emailed in advance with the poems that will be read during the afternoon\, please let us know by emailing carla@rawwriting.co.uk If you’d prefer to collect the poems on arrival (paper copies) this can also be arranged. \nRecommended ticket cost £10 or pay what you can afford. \nSaturday 24th January 2026 \n14.00-15.30 \n  \nAfter studying English at Oxford\, Malcolm Hebron taught for many years at Winchester College. Over that time\, he published books on medieval and renaissance writing\, literature and linguistics and wrote a guide on how to read poetry. Malcolm is a Fellow of the English Association\, and as an editor of a journal\, he has worked with critics and poets\, helping them prepare work for publication.
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/winter-poetry-for-all/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260125T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260125T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20251230T111257Z
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SUMMARY:January Masterclass - Rashed Aqrabawi
DESCRIPTION:Writing from Life \nSign up here for membership. \nSunday 25th January 19.00-20.30
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/january-masterclass-rashed-aqrabawi/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T190000
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SUMMARY:Raw Writing Meetup - Exeter
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet a warm\, creative group of people who love reading and writing at our monthly RAW Writing Meetup in Exeter. \nWe’ll be meeting at Cosy Club\, 1 Southernhay Gardens\, Exeter\, EX1 1SG on Friday 30th January 2026 from 5-7pm. \nThis is a relaxed\, welcoming space for writers\, readers\, storytellers\, and anyone interested in writing as a form of exploration\, reflection\, and creative connection. Whether you’re working on a novel\, scribbling in a notebook\, or just curious about writing\, you’ll feel right at home. \nThis is a social event where you can meet other readers and writers and chat about what you like to write\, what you are writing or – let’s be honest – perhaps what you are not writing! There is no need to bring a notepad or laptop. If you’re looking for a structured writing session please have a look at the courses on our website. \nThis event will be hosted by Carla Jenkins\, founder of Raw Writing and author of the 2024 novel\, Fifty Minutes. \nEveryone is welcome — whether you’re completely new to writing or have years of experience. Drop in anytime – stay for as long as you like. It’s very informal and open. \nQuestions?\nEmail: carla@rawwriting.co.uk\nCall or text: 07474 116771\nVisit: www.rawwriting.co.uk \nWe can’t wait to meet you — bring your voice\, your curiosity\, and your love of writing 🙂
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-writing-meetup-exeter-5/
LOCATION:Cosy Club\, 1 Southernhay Gardens\, Exeter\, EX1 1SG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Writing Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
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SUMMARY:Raw Reading Club (Exeter Phoenix) - Franz Kafka\, Metamorphosis
DESCRIPTION:Franz Kafka\, Metamorphosis. ‘After a night of troubling dreams\, Gregor Samsa awoke to find himself transformed into a giant beetle’. With one of the most famous first sentences in literature\, Kafka’s eerie masterpiece grabs you and doesn’t let go. But what is this story getting at? Is it an allegory\, a fable\, or simply a nightmare? Plenty to discuss here about stories and where they take us. \nRaw Reading is a new study group. Each month\, we will read a short classic work of about 100 pages. You’ll be given suggestions for what to look out for\, and questions to prompt your own responses in good time for the monthly meetings. These will be seminars in which we share our thoughts and consider key aspects of literature: themes\, style\, narrative techniques\, interpretation and more. There will be suggestions on further reading to follow up on the set texts. \nThrough the course\, you will exercise your powers of close reading and meet some seriously brilliant writing from different times and cultures. The classics are for everyone. Join us to take your enjoyment of literature to new levels! \nExeter Phoenix   14.00 -16.00  £50
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-reading-club-franz-kafka-metamorphosis/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Reading Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
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SUMMARY:Raw Reading Club (Zoom) - Franz Kafka\, Metamorphosis
DESCRIPTION:Franz Kafka\, Metamorphosis. ‘After a night of troubling dreams\, Gregor Samsa awoke to find himself transformed into a giant beetle’. With one of the most famous first sentences in literature\, Kafka’s eerie masterpiece grabs you and doesn’t let go. But what is this story getting at? Is it an allegory\, a fable\, or simply a nightmare? Plenty to discuss here about stories and where they take us. \nRaw Reading is a new study group. Each month\, we will read a short classic work of about 100 pages. You’ll be given suggestions for what to look out for\, and questions to prompt your own responses in good time for the monthly meetings. These will be seminars in which we share our thoughts and consider key aspects of literature: themes\, style\, narrative techniques\, interpretation and more. There will be suggestions on further reading to follow up on the set texts. \nThrough the course\, you will exercise your powers of close reading and meet some seriously brilliant writing from different times and cultures. The classics are for everyone. Join us to take your enjoyment of literature to new levels! \nOnline via Zoom @ 19.00-21.00.  £50
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-reading-club-online-via-zoom-franz-kafka-metamorphosis/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Raw Reading Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T133000
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SUMMARY:Silent Writing Club
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of ‘The Silent Book Club’ where people read together in silence… \nExeter Phoenix\, in collaboration with Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing\, is delighted to announce the return of ‘The Silent Writing Club\,’ a place where you can write in silence with others. Make time to work on your novel\, memoir\, short story\, play or poetry in this warm and supportive space. Afterwards\, there’s the opportunity to have a coffee or cold drink in our Café Bar and speak about your work in progress. \nNo need to book – just turn up!
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/silent-writing-club-6/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Silent Writing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260113T140933Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club Special - Valentine's
DESCRIPTION:An after-hours reading experience in one of Exeter’s most beautiful libraries \nThis Silent Book Club Special invites you to explore love\, longing\, heartbreak—and everything in between—through the quiet pleasure of reading together. \nJoin us for an atmospheric\, after-hours evening in the historic Devon and Exeter Institution\, tucked away on Cathedral Close in Exeter. With its Georgian character\, towering shelves and softly lit rooms\, it’s a space that feels naturally cosy and slightly magical—the sort of place where settling in with a book just feels right. \nMembership to the Devon and Exeter Institution is not required to attend this event. \nSilent Book Club Special – Valentine’s Edition \n\n6:00pm — Doors open\nArrive\, grab a snack and a (non-alcoholic) drink\, and find a spot in one of the beautiful reading rooms.\n6:30pm–7:30pm — Silent reading hour\nBring a book you love (or have been meaning to start) and enjoy an uninterrupted hour of quiet reading\, surrounded by fellow book lovers.\nAfter 7:30pm — Optional creative writing + free time\nTake part in an optional creative writing activity with Carla Jenkins (Raw Writing)\, inspired by the lost art of letter writing. Free-to-use typewriters and historic love letters from the University of Exeter’s archive will also be scattered throughout the library.\n\nFrom here\, the evening is yours: continue reading\, enjoy themed snacks and drinks\, explore the building\, or strike up conversations with other guests. The event ends at 9:00pm. \nWhat’s included \n\nThemed snacks and drinks\nCreative writing session\nAccess to the Devon and Exeter Institution after hours\nA small goody bag to take home\, including a Penguin book and special edition Silent Book Club pin\n\nBook here: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/silent-book-club-special-valentines-tickets-1975324331249
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/silent-book-club-special-valentines/
LOCATION:The Devon and Exeter Institution\, 7 Cathedral Close\, Exeter\, EX1 1EZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20251230T105714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T225614Z
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SUMMARY:Live Writing Club - February - Andy Brown
DESCRIPTION:Writing about Love \nSign up here for membership. \nWednesday 11th February 19.30-20.30
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/live-writing-club-february-andy-brown/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Live Writing Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20251230T111519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T111519Z
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SUMMARY:February Masterclass - Trevor Byrne
DESCRIPTION:People in Places \nSign up here for membership. \nSunday 22nd February 19.00-20.30
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/february-masterclass-trevor-byrne/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260205T140001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T140001Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Writing Club
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of ‘The Silent Book Club’ where people read together in silence… \nExeter Phoenix\, in collaboration with Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing\, is delighted to announce the return of ‘The Silent Writing Club\,’ a place where you can write in silence with others. Make time to work on your novel\, memoir\, short story\, play or poetry in this warm and supportive space. Afterwards\, there’s the opportunity to have a coffee or cold drink in our Café Bar and speak about your work in progress. \nNo need to book – just turn up!
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/silent-writing-club-7/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Silent Writing Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260227T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260105T114216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T114216Z
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SUMMARY:Raw Writing Meetup - Exeter
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet a warm\, creative group of people who love reading and writing at our monthly RAW Writing Meetup in Exeter. \nWe’ll be meeting at The City Gate\, 1 Iron Bridge\, North St\, Exeter EX4 3RB on Friday 27th February 2026 from 5-7pm. \nThis is a relaxed\, welcoming space for writers\, readers\, storytellers\, and anyone interested in writing as a form of exploration\, reflection\, and creative connection. Whether you’re working on a novel\, scribbling in a notebook\, or just curious about writing\, you’ll feel right at home. \nThis is a social event where you can meet other readers and writers and chat about what you like to write\, what you are writing or – let’s be honest – perhaps what you are notwriting! There is no need to bring a notepad or laptop – if you’re looking for a structured writing session please have a look at the courses on our website. \nThis event will be hosted by Carla Jenkins\, founder of Raw Writing and author of the 2024 novel\, Fifty Minutes. \nEveryone is welcome — whether you’re completely new to writing or have years of experience. Drop in anytime – stay for as long as you like. It’s very informal and open. \nQuestions?\nEmail: carla@rawwriting.co.uk\nCall or text: 07474 116771\nVisit: www.rawwriting.co.uk \nWe can’t wait to meet you — bring your voice\, your curiosity\, and your love of writing 🙂
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-writing-meetup-exeter-6/
LOCATION:The City Gate\, 1 Iron Bridge\, North St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Writing Meetups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260113T132021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T224926Z
UID:4227-1772632800-1772640000@www.rawwriting.co.uk
SUMMARY:Raw Reading Club (Exeter Phoenix) - Joseph Conrad\, Heart of Darkness
DESCRIPTION:Joseph Conrad\, Heart of Darkness. ‘The horror\, the horror…’ Conrad was one of the great novelists of the earlier twentieth century\, and this short masterpiece is an examination of colonialism told in his typical rich\, mesmerising style. \nRaw Reading is a new study group. Each month\, we will read a short classic work of about 100 pages. You’ll be given suggestions for what to look out for\, and questions to prompt your own responses in good time for the monthly meetings. These will be seminars in which we share our thoughts and consider key aspects of literature: themes\, style\, narrative techniques\, interpretation and more. There will be suggestions on further reading to follow up on the set texts. \nThrough the course\, you will exercise your powers of close reading and meet some seriously brilliant writing from different times and cultures. The classics are for everyone. Join us to take your enjoyment of literature to new levels! \nExeter Phoenix   14.00 -16.00  £50
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-reading-club-joseph-conrad-heart-of-darkness/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Reading Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260117T190556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T121133Z
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SUMMARY:Raw Reading Club (Zoom) - Joseph Conrad\, Heart of Darkness
DESCRIPTION:Joseph Conrad\, Heart of Darkness. ‘The horror\, the horror…’ Conrad was one of the great novelists of the earlier twentieth century\, and this short masterpiece is an examination of colonialism told in his typical rich\, mesmerising style. \nRaw Reading is a new study group. Each month\, we will read a short classic work of about 100 pages. You’ll be given suggestions for what to look out for\, and questions to prompt your own responses in good time for the monthly meetings. These will be seminars in which we share our thoughts and consider key aspects of literature: themes\, style\, narrative techniques\, interpretation and more. There will be suggestions on further reading to follow up on the set texts. \nThrough the course\, you will exercise your powers of close reading and meet some seriously brilliant writing from different times and cultures. The classics are for everyone. Join us to take your enjoyment of literature to new levels! \nZoom  19.00-21.00  £50
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-reading-club-zoom-joseph-conrad-heart-of-darkness/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Reading Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20251230T110357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T094505Z
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SUMMARY:Live Writing Club - March - Claire Daverley
DESCRIPTION:Writing Relationships \nSign up here for membership. \nWednesday 11th March 19.30-20.30 \nJoin Claire Daverley\, the author of Talking at Night and People in Love\, for a workshop on WRITING RELATIONSHIPS. She’ll delve into the three main areas she thinks are vital when writing intimacy\, including Character\, Dialogue and the Rules for Romance. With two writing exercises incorporated into class\, it promises to be a revealing and constructive hour on how to create believable chemistry between people on the page. All writers welcome\, whether you’re already penning a love story\, thinking about one\, or don’t write romance but simply want a few tips on how to bring your characters to life.
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/live-writing-club-march-claire-daverley/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Live Writing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260205T140204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T140204Z
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SUMMARY:Silent Writing Club
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of ‘The Silent Book Club’ where people read together in silence… \nExeter Phoenix\, in collaboration with Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing\, is delighted to announce the return of ‘The Silent Writing Club\,’ a place where you can write in silence with others. Make time to work on your novel\, memoir\, short story\, play or poetry in this warm and supportive space. Afterwards\, there’s the opportunity to have a coffee or cold drink in our Café Bar and speak about your work in progress. \nNo need to book – just turn up!
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/silent-writing-club-8/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Silent Writing Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260205T140304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T140304Z
UID:4476-1774614600-1774618200@www.rawwriting.co.uk
SUMMARY:Silent Writing Club
DESCRIPTION:You’ve heard of ‘The Silent Book Club’ where people read together in silence… \nExeter Phoenix\, in collaboration with Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing\, is delighted to announce the return of ‘The Silent Writing Club\,’ a place where you can write in silence with others. Make time to work on your novel\, memoir\, short story\, play or poetry in this warm and supportive space. Afterwards\, there’s the opportunity to have a coffee or cold drink in our Café Bar and speak about your work in progress. \nNo need to book – just turn up!
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/silent-writing-club-9/
LOCATION:Exeter Phoenix\, Gandy St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3LS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Silent Writing Club
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260105T114317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T114317Z
UID:4176-1774630800-1774638000@www.rawwriting.co.uk
SUMMARY:Raw Writing Meetup - Exeter
DESCRIPTION:Come and meet a warm\, creative group of people who love reading and writing at our monthly RAW Writing Meetup in Exeter. \nWe’ll be meeting at The City Gate\, 1 Iron Bridge\, North St\, Exeter EX4 3RB on Friday 27th March 2026 from 5-7pm. Find us in the Snug! \nThis is a relaxed\, welcoming space for writers\, readers\, storytellers\, and anyone interested in writing as a form of exploration\, reflection\, and creative connection. Whether you’re working on a novel\, scribbling in a notebook\, or just curious about writing\, you’ll feel right at home. \nThis is a social event where you can meet other readers and writers and chat about what you like to write\, what you are writing or – let’s be honest – perhaps what you are notwriting! There is no need to bring a notepad or laptop – if you’re looking for a structured writing session please have a look at the courses on our website. \nThis event will be hosted by Carla Jenkins\, founder of Raw Writing and author of the 2024 novel\, Fifty Minutes. \nEveryone is welcome — whether you’re completely new to writing or have years of experience. Drop in anytime – stay for as long as you like. It’s very informal and open. \nQuestions?\nEmail: carla@rawwriting.co.uk\nCall or text: 07474 116771\nVisit: www.rawwriting.co.uk \nWe can’t wait to meet you — bring your voice\, your curiosity\, and your love of writing 🙂
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/raw-writing-meetup-exeter-7/
LOCATION:The City Gate\, 1 Iron Bridge\, North St\, Exeter\, Devon\, EX4 3RB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Raw Writing Meetups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carla Jenkins":MAILTO:carla@rawwriting.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260328T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20260318T111909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T113653Z
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ah\, William Shakespeare\, the bard of Avon\, great Renaissance playwright\, read and revered across the world. But let’s admit he can be quite challenging\, too – all that sixteenth and seventeenth-century English\, all those kings and dukes and princes – not to mention witches\, ghosts and fairies. So what’s the best way to get into all that gorgeous poetry and strange stories\, flying past us on stage or screen? \nIntroduction to Shakespeare is a ninety-minute workshop course designed to help you approach Shakespeare with confidence. Maybe you’re planning on watching a streamed production\, maybe you’ve seen Hamnet and would like to know how much of that was real. Whatever your reason for joining\, there will be something for you. We’ll look at the great poet’s life and times\, explore how a Renaissance theatre worked (what’s all that about boys playing women?)\, how characters are created\, what kinds of things we should look out for in the different kinds of play – tragedies\, comedies and histories\, and how the plays have survived to our own time.  But above all we will look through bite-sized examples at the verse itself\, and bring it alive through speaking it\, feeling it\, living it. All participants will be invited to take part in reading and discussion. As we’ll see\, beneath the often elaboratelanguage there are often quite simple ideas going on. We’ll learn to X-ray in on those and hopefully you’ll leave convinced that\, yes\, Shakespeare really is that great\, and entertaining too! When you sign up\, you’ll receive a selection of extracts to read ahead\, and after the workshop\, you’ll be sent a copy of the points we covered and suggestions for further reading\, viewing and listening. No previous experience necessary\, costumes optional!
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/shakespeare-workshop/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Live Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T203655
CREATED:20251230T111940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T094420Z
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SUMMARY:March Masterclass - Fiona Williams
DESCRIPTION:Compelling Characters \nSign up here for membership. \nSunday 29th March 19.00-20.30 \nJoin Fiona Williams\, the author of The House of Broken Bricks\, for a workshop on WRITING 3-DIMENSIONAL CHARACTERS. She will invite you to connect with your characters at a greater depth and look at the ways in which they can be shaped into real\, relatable\, complex and multifaceted people. You will explore how to bring your characters’ personalities and emotional range to life on the page\, regardless of genre and writing style. All writers welcome.
URL:https://www.rawwriting.co.uk/event/march-masterclass-fiona-williams/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Masterclass
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