News — Falmouth University English & Creative Writing

Hailey O’Gorman, first-year Creative Writing student, reflects on her experience of moving to Falmouth and starting first year in the Creative Writing programme.

community, Cornwall, Creative non-fiction, student work, series, Tandem piece, Woodlane Campus, writingFalWriting TeamJune 12, 2020tandem, first year, creative non-fiction, Writers, Writing, Falmouth University, Woodlane Campus, Cornwall, falmouth, first years experiences

Our Statement Against Racism

As many in our community, we have been appalled by the continuous violent presence of racism in the world. This is our anti-racism statement about how we reflect, learn, stand up and work to continue to create a community in which we are all truly free and equal.

The Cosmonaut by Tom Velterop

In this response to the Literature & Journalism module, we see 3rd year Journalism and Creative Writing student, Tom Velterop, tackles the story of Yuri Gagarin in a traditional news report and in the form of a short graphic novel.

community, Creative non-fiction, Creative Writing, news, student work, Woodlane Campus, writingSherezade Garcia RangelJune 8, 2020Yuri Gagarin, graphic novel, Journalism and Creative Writing, creative non-fiction, creative writing, Falmouth University, space, Literary journalism, Narrative journalism

The World Class Songwriting Coming Out of Cornwall

In this interview, 2nd year English and Creative Writing student Georgia Pine, interviews Cornish band Penny Eyes as part of her work for the Creative Non-Fiction module.

Cornwall, Creative non-fiction, interviewsSherezade Garcia RangelJune 5, 2020music, popular music, Penny Eyes, bands, Cornwall, CORNISH, creative non-fiction, student writing, student, student work

Our June Series of Events: Full Programme

Join us every Wednesday in June for a new event hosted by the School of Communication and our producer-in-residence, Colin Midson.

community, Cornwall, Creative Writing, events, Events, fiction, Lockdown, reading, publishing, staff, writingSherezade Garcia RangelJune 1, 2020Lockdown, book launch, Event, event, events, jennifer young, staff, writing community, Writing, novel, novelist, novels, Writers, Creative Writing, crime

A Hiker’s Guide to Haunted Forests by Eleanor Rodgers

This uncanny ghost story by 2nd year English and Creative Writing student Eleanor Rodgers, will make you think twice about taking a walk alone in a forest. It was shortlisted for our inaugural 500-words Ghost Story competition.

If I’d Have Known

In this poem, 2nd year English student Cherie Woodhouse, explores what life was like before the lockdown and the losses we are experience it because of it.

community, Cornwall, Creative Writing, poetry, student workFalWriting TeamMay 25, 2020poetry, poets, poet, POETRY, student writing, student, student work, Lockdown, COVID-19

Lost Ticket: Bladderwracky by Sam Tempest

Second year Creative Writing student Sam Tempest, responds to David Devanny’s inaugural poem for this new poetry collaboration and series, Lost Ticket.

The Safdie Brothers and Their Leading Men

First year Conrad Gardner examines a decision by Hollywood’s hottest new filmmakers and takes a lesson for his own creative practice.

community, Scriptwriting, Screenwriting, student work, writingFalWriting TeamMay 18, 2020Twilight, David Cronenberg, Safdie Brothers, Adam Sandler, film, filmmaking, Uncut Gems, Oscars, review, film review, film studies

Steren – Entry 13

1st year Creative Writing student, Hailey O’Gorman, writes the 13th entry of the Steren series.

Hyperbole, Exaggeration and Conjecture by Rupert Loydell

In this book review, our very own Senior Lecturer Rupert Loydell, examines this new text by Casey Rae, published by the University of Texas Press.

community, reading, staffSherezade Garcia RangelMay 11, 2020rock 'n' roll, William S.Burroughs, Book reviews, Rupert Loydell, staff

Event: My Lockdown Book Launch by Jennifer Young

Join us this Wednesday 13th of May at 7pm to celebrate the online launch of our very own Jennifer Young’s second book The Running Lie.

How To Practice Gratitude and Stay Connected with Your Loved Ones

Lecturer Chelsey Flood explains the art of gratitude and the positive benefits it can bring.

community, staff, mental healthSherezade Garcia RangelMay 4, 2020gratitude, gratitude practice, mindful, sobriety, Positivity

We're Recruiting for Three New Internships!

We are recruiting for three new posts for the new academic year. Interns will focus on building more great content, expanding our audience and bringing new energy to FalWriting. Starting in September 2020, these roles are designed to work as part of the Collaborative Project module.

Eighty One Minutes in the Life of Craig Barr-Green

If you ever wondered what goes on in the wonderful mind of our very own Craig Barr-Green, or if you need a heartwarming moment in the lockdown, spend eighty one minutes with our favourite children’s writer.

community, Cornwall, Creative non-fiction, mental health, staffSherezade Garcia RangelApril 29, 2020Craig Green, Craig Barr-Green, staff, Lockdown, COVID-19, Falmouth, Falmouth University, ways to cope

Event: Online BookBound 2020 Festival

This new, free online literary festival, BookBound 2020, takes place from 27 April to 3 May 2020 and it features a host of writers, including our very own Chelsey Flood. The event aims to raise funds for the mental health charity Mind. Find out more here!

community, Creative Writing, events, Events, fiction, staffSherezade Garcia RangelApril 27, 2020Writing tips, writing for children, Writers, Writing, Chelsey Flood, YA, literature, festival, festivals, Literary Festival

Steren – Entry 12

2nd Year English with Creative Writing student, Nicky Peters, writes the 12th instalment of the Steren series.

Children's Storytime with Craig Barr-Green

Join us this Friday 24th at 7pm on Teams for a SOWJ exclusive! Our very own Craig Barr-Green will read us from two of his latest picture books. This isn’t one to miss!

community, Creative Writing, events, learn, literature, publishing, reading, staff, writingSherezade Garcia RangelApril 22, 2020writing community, Writing, Writers, Creative Writing, creative industries, festivals, events, staff

Baner Peran by Nadia Leigh-Hewitson

Read this haunting, unforgettable ghost story by 2nd year Journalism and Creative Writing student Nadia Leigh-Hewitson, shortlisted for our inaugural 500-words Ghost Story competition.