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Hastings Writers’ Group Our group was established in 1947, so we can claim to be one of the longest-running writers’ groups in the country. Former patrons include the well-loved Catherine Cookson, who was a founder member and our patron for many years, and David Gemmell, best-selling author of heroic fantasy. Our current patron is author Tamara McKinley, best known for her Australian sagas, particularly Matilda's Last Waltz.
We are a friendly crowd with wide-ranging interests, some of us published and some still aspiring to be. Meetings are held fortnightly at Alexander's, Masonic Hall, East Ascent, St Leonards-on-Sea, on Monday evenings from 7.30-9.30 pm. Our programme includes manuscript evenings, where members can read out extracts of their work for constructive criticism, guest speakers, workshops, and internal competitions with feedback from external judges. We have a 'Writer of the Year' award, presented to the member gaining the highest overall points from five varied competitions. Additionally, we hold a separate members' short story competition for the Catherine Cookson Cup. Prospective new members are very welcome to visit and try us out before deciding whether to join. We aim to have something for everyone.
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of us with the NAWG Denise Robertson Trophy (2005) Our latest publications include:
These are all available from Hastings Writers’ Group, 39 Emmanuel Road, Hastings TN34 3LB and further details are also included in the Publications section of our website. For any further details about the activities and membership of the group please see our website www.hastingswriters.co.uk or e-mail: hastingswritersgroup@googlemail.com
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