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Roll With It: Stories Get Dicey! with A. J. Low (11–13 years)

Geek out with Felicia and Adan, the authors of the Sherlock Sam mystery series, and use dice to roll up character stats, TTRPG-style!

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Thursday 29 October

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Questing Buddies with Jon Langdale (13–17 years)

Join us after school for a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired adventure with a storytelling twist!

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Wednesday 18 November

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New Views: Young People’s Playwriting Course (ages 14+)

Led by professional playwrights, this eight-week course offers an inspiring introduction to the playwriting process.

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Monday 11 January

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Kickstart Your Young Norfolk Writing Prize Journey (ages 10–18)

Join us for a friendly introductory session to meet the organisers and kickstart your submission to the Young Norfolk Writing Prize.

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Thursday 18 February

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Webinar: Kickstart Your Young Norfolk Writing Prize Journey (ages 10–18)

Join us for a friendly introductory session to meet the organisers and kickstart your submission to the Young Norfolk Writing Prize.

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Thursday 18 February

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The Art of Animation with Edalia Day (11–13 years)

Bring stories and poetry to life through the art of animation!

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Thursday 18 February

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Young Norfolk Writing Prize

Norfolk’s popular annual writing prize for young people aged 10-18 years who live or study in Norfolk. Enter creative writing of any kind and you could be in with the chance of winning a range of prizes!

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Lit From the Inside

Our Lit from the Inside programme gives 14-17 year olds the opportunity to explore their creative skills and get valuable, hands-on experience of working in the arts industry.

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Young Norfolk Laureates

Each year, we award two recipients of the Young Norfolk Writing Prize with a year of professional mentorship and opportunities for their work to be published on the Writing Hub.

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Reading lists

Words of Welcome: Stories of sanctuary & community for young people

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Dive into adventure: A reading list for young minds

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Go all in: Stories for young adventurers

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Supporting a lifelong love of writing, books and ideas

We believe that building meaningful connections between young people and creative opportunities to explore a passion for writing leads to greater confidence, better mental wellbeing, enhanced connection, and a greater opportunity to develop and thrive artistically and socially. 

We run workshops in schools as well as opening our doors at Dragon Hall to writers and readers of all ages and backgrounds. 

Whether you’re a parent, carer or educator, whether your children are at school or schooled at home, our programme of creative activities your children and young people are available throughout the year.

Made possible with the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Further supported by Norwich Freemen’s Charity.

 

     

 

 

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You will help people of all ages discover and share their stories through workshops, outreach in schools, and more.

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