News — Falmouth University English & Creative Writing

Reading the Writer into the Work

Are writers always writing about themselves—and if so, how should critics handle it?

comment, communityFalmouth SOWJOctober 4, 2018writing, writers, novels, biography, authors, Seren Livie

Straight Romance Novels: Stigma and Stereotypes

Tons of people are reading romance novels, including men. So why is everyone keeping it a secret?

community, newsFalmouth SOWJOctober 2, 2018romance, novel, fiction, writing

An Interview with 2017 Graduate Kate Williams

Charlotte Rayment talks to Falmouth graduate Kate Williams about her work experience in the publishing industry, her current role as a Research & Content Writer and her tips for writing compelling content.

community, alumni, newsFalmouth SOWJSeptember 27, 2018graduates, Kate Williams, marketing, content, writing

An Interview with Amy Lilwall - Part 1

Amy Lilwall’s debut novel about little people that have been designed and created by humans — to keep as pets — is fascinating and completely absorbing.

community, newsFalmouth SOWJSeptember 21, 2018Amy Lilwall, The Biggerers, novelist, novel, fiction, writing, Writers in Cornwall

An interview with alumni Aaron Kent, founder and creative director of Broken Sleep Books

Alumni Aaron Kent talks to Rupert Loydell about setting up and running Broken Sleep Books

MA in Professional Writing: Is it Worthwhile?

Julia on the actual value of an MA in Professional Writing.

The Writer Isn't Well

Is there any truth to the stereotype of the mad writer?

communityFalmouth SOWJJuly 31, 2018mental health, writing, writers, advice for writers, creative writing

Book Review: The Biggerers by Lecturer Amy Lilwall

A dystopian dark comedy exploring what happens when pets discover they’re people.

community, newsFalmouth SOWJJuly 10, 2018Amy Lilwall, The Biggerers, novelist, novels, fiction, writing, Falmouth University

Twitter Fiction: Modern Short Stories

Studies suggest a decline in fiction reading. Social media is taking the blame. Can writers reclaim their readership through Twitter?

community, newsFalmouth SOWJJune 26, 2018Twitter, social media, future, writing, fiction, creative writing

An Interview with Holly Corfield Carr

Award-winning poet Holly Corfield Carr joins second-year Falmouth student Melody Gillett to discuss her upcoming collection, Subsong.

Where to Find the Best Writing Prompts

Are you lacking inspiration for a story? Something to spark your imagination? Here are writing prompt resources gleaned over many years, just for you.