Writing Happiness Project

We support D/deaf, disabled & neurodivergent writers (inc. chronic physical / mental illness) in writing happiness. Contact: [email protected]

[Writing Happiness Project @disabledjoy]

Writing Happiness needs your help! We’re running a Kickstarter to fund a website to be a permanent home for our anthology and a launchpad for future projects. The Kickstarter is NOW LIVE with exclusive rewards for backers - check it out! https://t.co/QOUTGkYArr #writingcommunity

[DisabilityArtsOnline @disabilityarts]

📖 @Elspethwriter is one of our current Associate Artists. Her debut novel 'These Mortal Bodies' goes on sale next year, but pre-orders are now open!

Find out more about the book and where you can order your copy ↓↓
https://t.co/WDNsP4m0fR

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

*some news as they say*

So excited to share the cover for my debut novel out with @simonschusterUK in July 25! I'm in love - it captures the vibe of the novel perfectly. Described as The Secret History meets the Crucible, pre-orders are also open (link in bio)!!!

[BookMachine @BookMachine]

We've partnered with The @LondonBookFair to offer 20 bursary tickets to attend #LBF24 on either 12th, 13th or 14th of March, for individuals from underrepresented backgrounds in publishing. Learn more and apply for a ticket here: https://t.co/rYQUAqZ4gk

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

Very proud of this photo essay for @wellcometrust about adult adult relationships with soft toys. Thank you so much to the participants for talking with me about joy, care, comfort and the courage to find those things in an often hostile world

https://t.co/eyr35vaTDN

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

*some news* klaxon 🥳

I'm beyond excited to share that my debut novel will be published by @simonschusterUK in early 2025! I couldn't have asked for a better editor in @JudithLong__ or agent in @PortyLiterary!

I can't wait for this twisty, witchy story to be with readers 🪄😍

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

We've been saddened to see the reduction in online literature events recently so decided to put on our own! If you like poetry & spooky/witchy/occult/embodied vibes join us next Thursday 26th for an online poetry night - tickets free/pay what you can!

https://t.co/gEbBPExtPf

[CRIPtic Arts @CRIPticArts]

WRITERS CALL OUT

We’re looking for 12 writers to be part of our brand new show, The CRIP Monologues. The CRIP Monologues is about the experience of scrutiny as a disabled person: funny, tragic, autobiographical, mythical; we want to hear your ideas.

https://t.co/iEFEGn2l3v

[SICK @aSICKmagazine]

NEW OPPORTUNITY! SICK micro-grants for disabled sculptors & artists sponsored by the RJS endowment 💛 learn more and apply now: https://t.co/qiAr6FAKTR

[The Adrien Prize @AdrienPrize]

We've already had some early submissions for the Adrien Prize 2024, but we open officially tomorrow!!

Published a children's book between July 2022 and July 2023, with a disabled protagonist? Let us know, please send to [email protected].

No fee and deadline is Nov 1st!!

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

Super excited to be putting on a little Halloween poetry special with some amazing poets🎃! Book a free/PAYF ticket to come along on the 26th Oct and hear @WhattheBlair, @rachellewispoet, @lalah_springer and Emma Conally-Barklem. Online! 🪄

https://t.co/gEbBPExtPf

[Spread the Word @STWevents]

Last call to apply for a #FreeRead this year – the deadline is Monday 2 October. If you're a low-income London writer, apply for the chance to get a manuscript assessment, submissions package report, or editor one-to-one. Get your application in quick! https://t.co/COkox2jSFW

[Spread the Word @STWevents]

Calling deaf & disabled writers! Join our upcoming @cripticarts x Spread the Word Writer Salons!

- How To Make An Impact Online w @lifeofpippa_ - 07/08
- Writing Uncomfortable Truths w Anita Goveas @coffeeandpaneer - 04/09

Online, BSL interpreted & FREE: https://t.co/ky5QYSQqky

[Spread the Word @STWevents]

Calling all emerging UK writers from underrepresented backgrounds! Don't miss out on our #CaseClosed competition w @CWAgencyUK - submit the first chapter of your crime/thriller/mystery fiction novel for a chance to win fab development prizes!
Free entry: https://t.co/3IocC8ymnY

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

I have some availability for freelance work in the coming months - so if you are looking for accessibility consultancy in the lit world, editorial support or features on disability/neurodiversity/art/pop culture please do bear me in mind or reach out! RTs much appreciated 🩷

[Writing Happiness Project @disabledjoy]

An opportunity for survivors to join a facilitated writing group

[Spread the Word @STWevents]

You Are Here: Peer to Peer survivor writing with Jet Moon is open for applications. Inviting survivors open for a half-day workshop & a regular writers group. These are spaces for survivor writers to come together, learn skills & share.
More info: https://t.co/kGNmepQMGT

[Writing Happiness Project @disabledjoy]

@NGCTamer @STWevents Thank you so much Nanette! Your support is invaluable!

[Writing Happiness Project @disabledjoy]

We're so happy to share that we now have a website - thank you so much to all our wonderful Kickstarter supporters who helped us get this off the ground! You can also read our anthology with @STWevents and the very talented writers we worked with on here

https://t.co/voteFNPecK

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

I love these pictures of Too Hot to Sleep blending in with the candyfloss puffs of this hydrangea! If you want a summery read about first love in all its forms you can order a copy from @bentkeypublish (they ship internationally too!) x

https://t.co/dnYGRpcG6Q

[Elspeth Wilson @Elspethwriter]

Excited to receive more author copies of Too Hot to Sleep @bentkeypublish! Can't wait to take these to events and readings (and if you know we'll be seeing each other and you'd like a copy just shout 😍!)