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Salon Showcase: 'Missed connection on carriage C' by Jordan Garvey 'Their eyes catch, return to their respective screens and in a heartbeat their eyes meet again.' Read More
Can writing be taught? Mslexia's founder Debbie Taylor dispels three myths of creative writing teaching. Read More
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Mslexia Summer Blog 2025 If the long hot days and sultry nights have fired up your appetite for writing, I have some fab suggestions to float your literary boat. From a buzzy festival in Bradford to a serene retreat in Sussex there’s plenty to inspire you this summer. Read More