THE LANTERN WRITERS
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The Lantern Writers is an informal and friendly group of like-minded people who enjoy writing or who are interested in doing so, with guided exercises and helpful, supportive sharing.
A wide range of genres are explored using creative approaches that explore new ways of thinking and developing your writing to enjoy everyone’s gift for story telling through character creation, nurturing imagination, working on narrative, plot structure, lyrical expression and above all your own unique voice.
Best of all, creative writing is there for everyone. No special skills are required. Just bring a pen and paper or laptop, an interest in enjoying creative writing and your open mind and heart.
"It was a truly wonderful course. Will was patient and diplomatic while leading us strongly into uncomfortable situations. It gave me a lot more confidence in creating my own writing voice and in using it. The group gelled well and the feedback was always diplomatic and helpful."
"It was just the right amount of challenging. The more experienced writers were very welcoming to us newbies, and the coffee breaks were lovely."
"Lovely relaxed atmosphere with much support to spark creativity and share ideas with other writers."
Bookings for The Lantern Writers group Spring term 2026 are now open!
The course runs from Fri 16th January - Fri 27th March 2026 (10 sessions, no session on Fri 20th February) 3-5.30pm. The course fee is £100. Each session includes a tea break in the Lantern Hub. New members can be accepted throughout the term.
Please email us on lac@lanternarts.org and we will send you the details of how to register as soon as possible. Please note, this may not be until 5th January when the office reopens fully after the Christmas break.
Your place will be secured when you have paid the course fee and filled in the form with your details. Please note the course fee is non-refundable.
About William Ostrom
William Ostrom takes part in the activities of Lantern Arts Centre as a volunteer and more recently as a trustee. He has spent many years engaged as a copywriter, writing countless words for art and commercial organisations, including an exhibition of art at the Victoria & Albert Museum celebrated in an accompanying book. His work has also involved writing speeches and coaching delivery for people from all walks of life.
About Craig Busek
Craig has been a writer for fifteen years, specialising in scripts for the screen. He currently has two films in post-production, due for release in 2025, and works as a script doctor for production companies around London. In 2024 he was selected for the prestigious International Writer’s Scheme by TAICCA, he spends his free time producing radio plays and black box theatres shows for emerging writers of all genres.