News — Falmouth University English & Creative Writing

Books-it: Will Brexit Change What We Read?

Daniella explores what Britain's break with Europe is likely to mean for writers, publishers and readers.

community, newsFalmouth SOWJMarch 8, 2018Brexit, European Union, Reading, dystopia, dystopian

Perfect Writing Spots in Penryn and Falmouth

When we write, finding the right place to do it is important. Lucky for us, Cornwall is flowing with creativity, especially for writers, where inspiration can be found everywhere.

An interview with Wildwood Kin

Megan Parker talks to the South West band whose star is in the ascent

music writing, student workFalmouth SOWJMarch 5, 2018student work, popular music, interviews

Industry Focus: New Approaches to Bookselling

Sam Scott explores the approaches of contemporary high street book shops

Industry FocusFalmouth SOWJMarch 1, 2018Industry Focus, bookselling, bookshop, distribution

Staff publication: White Noise

Rupert Loydell's new poetry publication White Noise.

writing, newsFalmouth SOWJFebruary 28, 2018staff publications

The Chain Locker Pub: Uncovering the past

Falmouth’s iconic pub takes its name from the grimiest place on the ship. Despite its recent refurb, the Chain Locker’s gritty past can be witnessed through the clues once hidden in its walls

communityFalmouth SOWJFebruary 28, 2018Chain Locker, Falmouth, pub life, Cornwall, local

Diary of a Student: The Halfway Mark

Having completed one half of her Creating Writing degree, Adriana reflects on what she's learned so far.

Anywhere you want to go

Ella Jones reminds herself to get up and go see the world.

student work, writingFalmouth SOWJFebruary 26, 2018creative non-fiction

Portrait of the Academic as a Student: Eleanor Yule

Screen-writing lecturer Eleanor Yule shares her experiences as a student

communityFalmouth SOWJFebruary 22, 2018portraits, screenwriting, staff

Philip Pullman & the Art of Storytelling

Children's book author Philip Pullman is a master of the craft; read The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage and you may agree.

New Collaboration with Holly Corfield Carr and the National Trust

Award-winning poet Holly Corfield Carr will be collaborating with the National Trust and Falmouth University to bring together a collection of poems inspired by the rich history and natural beauty of East Soar, Devon.

writing, National Trust, newsFalmouth SOWJFebruary 21, 2018National Trust, Holly Corfield Carr

Fictional Selves: Social Media and Mental Health

Is social media getting you down? Charlotte lays bare the facts and fictions of what we put online, and how it affects us.

community, newsFalmouth SOWJFebruary 21, 2018social media, fiction, university life, mental health

What Tuck Everlasting Taught Me About Life

Carly details her love for a YA classic.

communityFalmouth SOWJFebruary 18, 2018Tuck Everlasting, books, reviews, movies, literature, YA

Focus: Tips & Tricks for Better Productivity

Focus is one of the most important skills to learn, and yet an undeniably tricky thing to master. With term two revving its engine and preparing to throw us all headfirst back into studying with reading lists longer than your forearm, it is important to get back into the zone.

communityFalmouth SOWJFebruary 15, 2018focus, tips, help, academic, new term

Call for Submissions from Powerful New Voices

Interview with Hannah Vaughan, the Falwriting graduate who helped found MARGO, on what they're looking for, and how the anthology speaks to current conversations on women in society.