Raw Writing

Silent Writing Club
2025-09-15 14:00 - 15:30 (Europe/London) | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
You’ve heard of ‘The Silent Book Club’ where people read together in silence…
Exeter 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.
No 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!

Write Your Memoir – Beginners Course
2025-09-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
Memoir is no longer the preserve of the rich and famous. We can all write about our lives.

Have you been thinking about writing your memoir for some time? Have you made a start but are now struggling to make progress? Would you like to receive warm support, guidance and inspiration so that you can make headway with your memoir?
Join me on this six-month course where you’ll learn all the key components of memoir writing. Through the study of published memoirs and writing exercises, you’ll learn how to develop your ideas and improve and experiment with your writing style. You’ll find the right structure for your memoir and there will be no holding you back!
Places are limited to eight so everyone (and their memoirs) are given a lot of attention.
The course outline and recommended reading will be sent once you’ve booked your place. If you’d like to have a chat first, don’t hesitate to email carla@rawwriting.co.uk or call me on 07474 116771.
Part-payment plans can be arranged if you’d like to pay in three instalments.
August 5th – £300
October 5th £300
December 5th £300
Please contact carla@rawwriting.co.uk if you’d like to arrange this.
SESSION DATES
Mondays: 10.30-12
September: 15th, 22nd , 29th
October: 6th, 13th, 20th
November: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
December: 1st, 8th, 15th
January: 12th, 19th, 26th
February: 2nd 9th
Exeter Phoenix

Raw Writing Meetup - Falmouth
2025-09-12 17:00 - 19:00 | The Moth and Moon, 31 Killigrew St, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 3PW, United Kingdom
RAW Writing Meetup – Our regular Falmouth Gathering!
Come and meet a warm, creative group of people who love reading and writing at our RAW Writing Meetup in Falmouth!
This 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. This event is hosted by Ted Collins from Raw Writing. He is looking forward to seeing you there.
Venue: The Moth and Moon, 31 Killigrew St, Falmouth TR11 3PW
Friday, September 12, 2025 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Drop in anytime – stay for as long as you like. It’s very informal and open.
This is for you if:

You’re a book lover curious about your own writing voice
You’ve thought about writing a book or short stories, but don’t know where to begin
You’re looking to reconnect with your creativity and find fresh inspiration
You want to meet like-minded writers, readers, and creatives in Falmouth
You’re feeling creatively stuck and want to try something new

Everyone is welcome — whether you’re completely new to writing or have years of experience.
Questions?
Email: carla@rawwriting.co.uk
Call or text: 07474 116771

We can’t wait to meet you — bring your voice, your curiosity, and your love of writing.

Live Writing Club - September - Nick Hunt
2025-09-09 19:30 - 20:30 | ZOOM
Nick Hunt – Inverting the funnel: an introduction to editing.

Become 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!

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Raw Writing Meetup - London - Cancelled
2025-09-08 18:00 - 20:00 | The Ruby Stella Hotel and Bar, Ruby Stella Hotel & Bar, 15 - 28 Eyre St Hill, London, EC1R 5EW, United Kingdom
The London Meetup on Monday 8th September has been cancelled due to tube strikes
RAW Writing Meetup – Our Second Bristol Gathering!
Come and meet a warm, creative group of people who love reading, and writing at our second RAW Writing Meetup in Bristol!
This 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.
Venue: The Watershed, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX
Readers and Writers of London – You are invited to our second Raw Writing Meetup at The Ruby Stella Hotel and Bar, 15-28 Eyre Street Hill, London.
Your host and guest speaker for the evening will be Chloë Fowler, author of the 2024 novel, King. Chloë will talk about her own experience of being a writer and self-publishing her book. There will be plenty of time for you to get to know other writers, readers and creative people throughout the evening – it is an informal event, so please feel free to arrive and leave as you wish.
If you have any questions before the event, please don’t hesitate to contact our founder, Carla Jenkins, on carla@rawwriting.co.uk or you can send her a message, or even give her a call on 07474 116771.
We love meeting other writers, and the aim of our events is to develop and grow a supportive network of people who enjoy all things literary.
We look forward to seeing you there!
www.rawwriting.co.uk
Please sign up here if you would like to attend: https://www.meetup.com/london-raw-writing-meetup-group/events/310371179/?eventOrigin=network_page

August Masterclass - Carla Jenkins
2025-08-31 19:00 - 20:30 | ZOOM
Carla Jenkins – Writing for the Joy of It.

Become 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!

Membership

Raw Writing Meetup - Exeter
2025-08-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Puerto Lounge, Unit A, 38 Commercial Rd, Exeter Quay, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4AE, United Kingdom
Come and meet lots of people who love reading and writing!
We’ll be meeting at The Puerto Lounge this time.
Come anytime you like and stay for as long or as you like. It is all very informal.
Great friendships are being formed and writing buddies found as a result of these brilliant meetings.
Everyone is welcome.
Please don’t hesitate to email carla@rawwriting.co.uk or message/call me on 07474 116771 if you have any questions beforehand.
Hope to see you there! 🙂
Carla
Please sign up here if you would like to attend: https://www.meetup.com/exeter-writing-meetup-group/events/310361830/?eventOrigin=network_page

Novel Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-29 14:00 - 15:30 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
Friday 29th August 14.00-15.30
Thinking about writing your novel? Come and meet founder of Raw Writing, author and teacher, Carla Jenkins and she’ll answer any questions you might have.
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Beginners Novel course starting in September.
Start Writing Your Novel Course (5:30PM)

There will be some short writing exercises, so bring something to write on!

Poetry Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-28 14:00 - 15:30 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
14.00-15.30 Thursday 28th August
Riddle me this…
In this workshop we’ll go back to the earliest poetry in English, and look at some of the riddles from the Exeter Book, a collection of Old English poems in the archives of Exeter Cathedral. Everything will be translated, but you’ll have a chance to read and hear what English was like over a thousand years ago.
We’ll look at some expressions called kennings, enjoy and puzzle over medieval riddles, then write some of our own. Riddles are a great way of learning to look at things differently, from unusual angles, and they help us to develop our ability to think in metaphors. And they’re fun!
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Poetry course starting in September.
Poetry: Reading it and Writing it!

Places are limited so RSVP below if you would like to come!

Memoir Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-28 10:30 - 12:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
Thursday 28th August 10.30-12
Thinking about writing your memoir? Come and meet founder of Raw Writing, author and teacher, Carla Jenkins and she’ll answer any questions you might have.
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Beginners Memoir course starting in September.
Write Your Memoir – Beginners Course

There will be some short writing exercises, so bring something to write on!

Myths and Legends ZOOM Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-27 19:00 - 19:45 | ZOOM
Myths and legends are the stories that every other story is made of. At the core of each of the great and enduring stories of the past is a vibrant, timeless and human story. They are our oldest stories, dealing with our deepest concerns. But how can we make use of these ancient stories in our own fiction?
We have a great new course starting in September on Zoom – Myths and Legends and it will be taught by the inimitable Trevor Byrne.
Come and meet him at this free taster session and ask any questions you may have!

Wed 27 August 19.00-19.45

Please email carla@rawwriting.co.uk after booking so you can be sent the ZOOM link before the taster session.
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Myths and Legends course starting in September.

Myths and Legends

Raw Writing Meetup - Bristol
2025-08-26 17:00 - 19:00 | The Watershed, Watershed & Pervasive Media Studio, 1 Canons Road Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX, United Kingdom
RAW Writing Meetup – Our Second Bristol Gathering!
Come and meet a warm, creative group of people who love reading, and writing at our second RAW Writing Meetup in Bristol!
This 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.
Venue: The Watershed, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5TX

Drop in anytime – stay for as long as you like. It’s very informal and open.
We’re thrilled to have Carla Jenkins– founder of Raw Writing and author of Fifty Minutes hosting this event. Carla is excited to welcome you and spark engaging conversations about all things writing-related.
This is for you if:

You’re a book lover curious about your own writing voice
You’ve thought about writing a book or short stories but don’t know where to begin
You’re looking to reconnect with your creativity and find fresh inspiration
You want to meet like-minded writers, readers, and creatives in Bristol
You’re feeling creatively stuck and want to try something new

Everyone is welcome — whether you’re completely new to writing or have years of experience.
Questions?
Email: carla@rawwriting.co.uk
Call or text: 07474 116771
Visit: www.rawwriting.co.uk
We can’t wait to meet you — bring your voice, your curiosity, and your love of writing
Please sign up here if you would like to attend: https://www.meetup.com/bristol-raw-writing-meetup-group/events/310169811/?eventOrigin=network_page

Writing for Children Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
10.30-12 Tuesday 26th August
The last decade has marked a new Renaissance in children’s fiction. In an era of unprecedented multi-media competition, learning how to write books that capture and keep a child’s attention is more important than ever.
Come and meet Adam Shackleton, the course tutor and he’ll provide you with some exciting writing prompts and answer any questions you might have.
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Writing for Children course starting in September.
Writing for Children aged 8-12 (Adult Course)

Writing Crime Fiction ZOOM Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-15 14:00 - 14:45 | ZOOM
With its criminals, cops, and everything in between, crime fiction is this country’s best-selling genre. But what makes it so popular? And why?
What sets it apart from any other genre? And more importantly, how can you write it?
Bestselling, award-winning novelist Martyn Waites would love to meet you at this free taster session.
Why not come along and discover for yourself that killing has never been such fun . . .
Friday 15th August 14.00-14:45
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Crime course starting in September

Writing Crime Fiction

Writing Sci-fi, Fantasy and Speculative Fiction ZOOM Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-14 19:00 - 19:45 | ZOOM
Are you interested in writing imaginative and speculative fiction? On this six-week Zoom course, award winning writer Nick Hunt will teach you techniques for world-building and peopling different realities; imagining utopias, dystopias and possible futures; how to write strong characters and structure your storyline; and how to make the worlds you create vivid and alive.
Come and meet him at this free taster session and ask any questions you may have!
Thursday 14th August 19.00-19.45

Please email carla@rawwriting.co.uk after booking so you can be sent the ZOOM link before the taster session.
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Sci-Fi course starting in September

Writing Sci-fi, Fantasy and Speculative Fiction

Introduction to Screenwriting ZOOM Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-14 14:00 - 14:45 | ZOOM
Have you got an idea for a Film, TV drama or animation?
Have you ever wondered how TV dramas get made and what goes into distilling drama into compelling, revealing moments?
If you’re curious and would like to explore some of the key elements to writing drama for the screen, then sign up for this free taster session on Thursday 14th August 14.00-14.45
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Screenwriting course starting in September
Introduction to Screenwriting

Writing Crime Fiction Taster Session - Free!
2025-08-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
With its criminals, cops, and everything in between, crime fiction is this country’s best-selling genre. But what makes it so popular? And why?
What sets it apart from any other genre? And more importantly, how can you write it?
Bestselling, award-winning novelist Martyn Waites would love to meet you at this free taster session.
Why not come along and discover for yourself that killing has never been such fun . . .

Friday 8th August 14.00-15.30

Raw Writing Challenge for August
2025-08-01 09:00 - 2025-08-31 10:00 | Online / Email
Are you looking for writing inspiration this summer?
Do you want to become a better writer?
Do you want to establish a regular writing practice?
Do you want to join a writing community and enjoy a weekly Zoom get-together where you can discuss your writing week?
If the answer to any of the above questions is ‘YES!’ then please sign up for the Raw Writing August 31 Day Challenge.
This is how it works:
You’ll receive your first Raw Writing prompt on Friday 1st August.
You’ll be encouraged to set a timer for five minutes and then just write!
There’s no pressure to go beyond five minutes, although if you want to write for longer, go for it.
You’ll continue to receive a Raw Writing prompt every morning in August.
Raw Writing will host optional live Zoom sessions each week (Fridays 10-11am, or Sunday 18.00-19.00) so you can come along and discuss your writing week with everyone else who signed up.
Friday 8th August (10-11am)
Sun 10th August (18.00-19.00)
Friday 15th August (10-11am)
Sun 17th August (18.00-19.00)
Fri 22nd August (10-11am)
Sunday 24th August (18.00-19.00)
Fri 29th August (10-11am)
Sun 31st August (18.00-19.00)
When you write regularly, you get better at it. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. The more we encourage ourselves to view the world differently, think in new ways and create a discipline, five minutes at a time, the more inspired we’ll feel.
Some of the best writing I’ve produced has been in response to writing prompts that initially made me feel deflated, annoyed, or uncomfortable!
This Raw Writing August Challenge gives you the opportunity to step outside your comfort zone and experiment with your writing.
You will build a great portfolio of writing that you can then come back to and develop further.
It is just £30. This is a one-off payment for 31 days of writing prompts, and the chance to attend four live Zoom sessions (choose Friday or Sunday).
If you’d like to take part but find cost is a barrier, there are some funded places available.
I would love you to be part of this Raw Writing challenge and take your writing to the next level!

Advanced Novel Session - Free!
2025-07-31 14:00 - 15:30 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
Thursday 31st July 14.00-15.30
Have you started writing a novel and then abandoned it because you were stuck? Perhaps you’ve made it to the end of a first novel or many novels, but are looking to supercharge your writing and take it to the next level…
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Advanced Novel course starting this September. Come and meet founder of Raw Writing, author and teacher, Carla Jenkins and she’ll answer any questions you might have.

Writing for Children Taster Session - Free!
2025-07-29 17:30 - 19:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
Tuesday 29th July 17.30-19.00
The last decade has marked a new Renaissance in children’s fiction. In an era of unprecedented multi-media competition, learning how to write books that capture and keep a child’s attention is more important than ever.
Come and meet Adam Shackleton, the course tutor and he’ll provide you with some exciting writing prompts and answer any questions you might have.
Writing for Children aged 8-12 (Adult Course)

This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Writing for Children course starting in September.

Novel Taster Session - Free!
2025-07-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
17.30-19.00 Tuesday 22nd July
Thinking about writing your novel? Come and meet founder of Raw Writing, author and teacher, Carla Jenkins and she’ll answer any questions you might have.
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Beginners Novel course starting in September.
Start Writing Your Novel Course (5:30PM)

There will be some short writing exercises, so bring something to write on!

Memoir Taster Session - Free!
2025-07-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
14.00-15.30 Monday 21st July
Thinking about writing your memoir? Come and meet founder of Raw Writing, author and teacher, Carla Jenkins and she’ll answer any questions you might have.
This is a free session for anyone who is considering the Raw Writing Beginners Memoir course starting in September.
Write Your Memoir – Beginners Course

There will be some short writing exercises, so bring something to write on!

Poetry Taster Session - Free!
2025-07-18 14:00 - 15:30 | Exeter Phoenix, Gandy St, Exeter, Devon, EX4 3LS, United Kingdom
Friday 18th July 14.00-15.30
Thirteen Ways of Looking…
How many different ways can you find of looking at the same thing? Our guide in this workshop is the American poet Wallace Stevens, and his famous poem ‘Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird’.
This is a free workshop for anyone who loves Poetry and is considering the Raw Writing poetry course starting in September, taught by Malcolm Hebron.
Poetry: Reading it and Writing it!

Places are limited so RSVP below if you would like to come!
