Bookshop event for aspiring authors

Thu Jan 15 2026 at 06:30 pm to 08:00 pm UTC+00:00

Cambridge University Press Bookshop | Cambridge

CUP Bookshop
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Bookshop event for aspiring authors
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The Prompts You Need to Help you Write the Book You Want to Write
About this Event

Do you want to know how to take your writing to the next level? Then come to our event on 15th January when we'll be joined by Sarah Burton and Jem Poster who will be discussing their follow-up to their acclaimed handbook The Book You Need to Read to Write the Book You Want to Write.

The new book offers exercises and practical advice designed to set aspiring authors of fiction on their way to creating compelling short stories and novels.



'This engaging and lively handbook goes beyond setting exercises for writers, both aspiring and practising – it explains the how, the what and the why. It's like being in the presence of two experienced and enthusiastic tutors who are right there with you, every step of the way.'

Amal Chatterjee, Lecturer in Creative Writing, University of Oxford


Event Timings

6.30pm - doors open

6.45pm - talk begins

7.15pm - Q&A

7.30pm - drinks and chat

Accessibility Information

Seating is available for 40 attendees (maximum) plus standing space. Some views may be partially obstructed by architectural columns, bookshelves, etc. but we aim to minimise this where possible. Space will be made available for wheelchair users. Access is via main entrance from street level and there are not steps or ledges.

There are 2 single-person bathrooms, including one large enough to fit a wheelchair with the door closed.

Please get in touch to reserve a seat, or if you have particular needs that you would like us to consider in advance.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Cambridge University Press Bookshop, 1-2 Trinity Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom

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