Workshops/author talks/competitions/events Archives ~ Kathryn Rose Newey

April 14, 2022April 21, 2023
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Poetry Published for Erbacce-Prize Poetry Competition 2021

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In addition to being long-listed in the erbacce-prize for Poetry Competition of 2020, my poems were short-listed for publication with other featured poets for the erbacce-prize for Poetry Competition of 2021. Alongside two of the special featured poets, Aaron Saint John and Kierstin Bridger, some […]

May 1, 2020August 9, 2023
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Erbacce-Prize for Poetry 2020: Poems Long-Listed!

Animal rights

Erbacce-press, a UK-based publisher of poetry, arranges an annual, worldwide poetry competition, the erbacce-prize for poetry. They recently announced their 2020 long-list of around 140 poets, chosen from over 9000 submissions, and I’m on it! You can read more of my poetry here – some […]

April 11, 2020April 21, 2023
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4 Simple Things to Consider When Making a Video

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You want to make a video… Perhaps of you talking about something you’re passionate about, reviewing something, or teaching something? Even if your video will be chatty and informal, it needs to be planned and edited to some degree, so your viewers will like what […]

January 2, 2020August 5, 2023
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Asimov and Clarke were Second-Best Science-Fiction Writers!

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We celebrate “Science Fiction Day” on January 2nd! This date was chosen as it was Isaac Asimov’s official birthday. Both Isaac Asimov (1920-1992) and Arthur C. Clarke (1917-2008) are sometimes considered to be the ‘fathers’ of Science Fiction writing, although other writers such as Robert […]

May 1, 2019August 5, 2023
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Author Interview with NFReads.com

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NFReads.com, a general interest website based on authors and their expertise, began as a place dedicated to learning. Always a good reason to start anything! It now contains a wealth of author interviews and articles about all sorts of topics, across 20 categories, including: Sylvia […]

April 12, 2019
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Write a Story to Save Elephants – Kids’ Writing Workshops at Waterstones

Animal rights

If you’re wondering what to do with the kids this April, why not bring them along to Waterstones in Welwyn Garden City on Wednesday 17th April? I will be running more of my popular Kid’s Writing Workshops – this time “Write a Story to Save […]

December 9, 2018March 26, 2023
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Happy Holidays – Get a Free Book!

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It’s finally December… Time for catching up with family and friends… and a (free) good book? If you’d like to receive one of my books (paperback or ebook), simply share this blog post on Facebook (and tag me), or like and share my Facebook page […]

October 14, 2018March 26, 2023
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Author Youtube Video Channel

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Thought I’d let you know that I now have an author video channel where I will be posting content related to books, events, environmental issues, and interviews with authors and others who are saving the Earth in various ways. Some video interviews I have already […]

April 3, 2018March 26, 2023
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Children’s Writing Workshops at Waterstones Bookstores

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UPDATE May 2018: I’m offering more Kids’ Writing Workshops at Waterstones Hatfield, Waterstones Welwyn Garden City, and Harpenden Books during May Half-Term (28th-31st May 2018). Contact the stores to book your place! UPDATE April 2018! The 2pm-3pm workshop on Monday 9 April 2018 is now fully […]

March 13, 2018March 26, 2023
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Self-Published Author Fairs in Hertfordshire

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It’s great that Hertfordshire Libraries are acknowledging self-published authors – by holding a series of Self-Published Author Fairs in various public libraries. The events are aimed at bringing self-published books, often unique, to the attention of readers who can purchase them directly from the authors, […]