Write On! Audio, Podcast
From writing tips to author interviews, our podcast has something for everyone in the writing community and book lovers.
Write On! Audio is available on every major podcast platform, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Simply search ‘Pen to Print’ or ‘Write On Audio’ to discover a world of literary inspiration.
If you want to explore podcasting and get involved with Write On! Audio, we are always open to submissions! For more details on what we’re looking for and to submit, visit: pentoprint.org/submit-to-write-on
The Digital Storytelling Trail
 The Pen to Print Digital Storytelling Trail is an ongoing project to record and share stories about Barking and Dagenham. We are now working with our new partner Bloomberg Connects to bring you a re-developed Digital Storytelling Trail coming soon!
We are using new technology to help read, watch or listen to stories new and old. You can send us photos, drawings, audio recordings, video, poems and stories fact or fiction about anywhere in Barking and Dagenham and add to the trails now!
Click here for more details and how to submit.
Other Barking and Dagenham Culture and Heritage venues can already be found on the platform, so if you want to explore Valence House Museum and Eastbury Manor House, download the app now.
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Bloomberg Connects:
Offers access to exhibitions, collections and renowned artists at over 800 museums and other cultural organisations.
Connects you to arts and culture at any time, from anywhere.
Free to download and use with no limits on how many digital guides you can explore.Â
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Scan the QR Code to download Bloomberg Connects
September Events
Below are some featured highlights – Click here to explore the full programme of events.
 Writing for Performance Class with Kelly Jones
Saturday 13 September, 10am to 11.30am at Barking Learning Centre & Online
(Next Month Saturday 11 October, 10am to 11.30am)
In-Person Attendance Tickets: FREE      Online Attendance Tickets: £1.99
Please note this event can be joined either online or in-person at Barking Learning Centre
Session One: Understanding the fundamentals of dramatic writingÂ
A series of dynamic and engaging workshops that explore the art of scriptwriting for both stage and audio. Designed with flexibility in mind, participants can join at any point during the course.
This course covers a broad spectrum of performance and creative writing, including theatre scripts, radio dramas, performance art texts, digital storytelling, podcasts and stand-up comedy.
 Creative Writing Class with Ian Ayris
Saturday 13 September, 12pm to 1.30pm at Barking Learning Centre & Online
(Next Month Saturday 11 October, 12pm to 1.30pm)
In-Person Attendance Tickets: FREE      Online Attendance Tickets: £1.99
Please note this event can be joined either online or in-person at Barking Learning Centre
Session One: Overview of course, writing awareness & what you need to be a writer
If you've always dreamed of writing a book but didn’t know where to begin, or if you're an experienced writer wanting to revisit the foundations of storytelling, this course offers the perfect opportunity.
Over eleven monthly sessions, our expert tutor will guide you through the essential elements of creative writing. From structure and dialogue to description, point of view and beyond - you’ll explore every key aspect of the writing process.
 Poetry Writing Class with Mab Jones
Saturday 13 September, 3pm to 4.30pm at Barking Learning Centre & Online
(Next Month Saturday 11 October, 3pm to 4.30pm)
In-Person Attendance Tickets: FREE      Online Attendance Tickets: £1.99
Please note this event can be joined either online or in-person at Barking Learning Centre
Session One: Lyricism and sonic patterning
If you're just beginning to explore poetry and want to build your skills and confidence, these sessions are perfect for you.
Learn the fundamentals and receive guidance on how to shape your ideas and develop your poetry writing style - whether you're writing for personal enjoyment or aiming to enter poetry competitions.
Our poetry classes welcome participants of all levels, from complete beginners to published poets, you can join at any point of the course.
 Books by Mile Walk of Arty's Sculpture Trail
Sunday 14 September, 11am to 12.15pm & 1pm to 2.15pm at Eastbrookend Discovery Centre
Tickets: FREE
Please note this is an in-person event only
Are you ready to embark on a journey with Turtle Arty?
Arty’s Sculpture Trail takes you on a journey through Eastbrookend Country Park, letting you immerse yourself in Turtle Arty’s Eastbrookend adventures.
Join us to experience the wonderful and serendipitous story behind the sculptures.
Inspired by passion for writing for their children, Liliana & Irina from Books By MILE, create fun and entertaining stories to encourage children to develop their skills and discover their talents.
 Become 'The Next Big Story' with Libraro
Monday 15 September, 5.30pm to 6.30pm at Dagenham Library & Online
In-Person Attendance Tickets: FREE      Online Attendance Tickets: £1.99
Please note this event can be joined either online or in-person at Dagenham Library
Many of us have a story to tell, writing it is difficult enough. Being seen by the people who can publish your work and reach the people who matter - your readers – is the next challenge!
This session is a rallying call for new writer's. If you’re a writer with a story to tell, visibility matters. Understand how you can be seen, supported and successful in the publishing industry.
This dynamic conversation sees Write On! Editor, Madeleine F White and publishing industry leader David Roche, Chair of Libraro and the London Book Fair, explore concepts around discoverability, technology and the challenges facing both publishers and writers.
 Recording and Podcasting for Writers with Chris Gregory
Tuesday 16 September, 6pm to 8pm (Online)
Tickets: £1.99
Please note this is an online event only
Join us for an inspiring workshop led by Chris Gregory, where we’ll explore how writers, poets, and publishers can harness the power of audio to share and promote their work.
Discover why professionally recorded audio versions of your writing can help you stand out in a competitive publishing landscape. We’ll delve into practical techniques for recording and performing your words, helping you bring your writing to life in new and engaging ways.
We’ll also look at podcasting as a powerful way to share your writing and explore its unique advantages.
 Make Your Own Chapbook with Julian Walker
Wednesday 17 September, 1.30pm to 4pm at Dagenham Library
Tickets: FREE
Please note this is an in-person event only
Participants will be shown and guided through the physical making of a hand-sewn chapbook and learn it's history.
Guided through designing the contents, using your own text and using basic word-processing skills. By the end of the session, participants will have the skills to publish their own work as handmade books.
The session will include a very brief history along with some historical materials to view.
NB: Participants are requested to bring their own laptop/device, if possible, as you will be asked to create word documents for the session.
 Practical AI Workshop for Creatives with Seun Oshinaike
Thursday 18 September, 2pm to 4pm at Dagenham Library
Tickets: FREE
Please note this is an in-person event only
Led by Seun Oshinaike, this workshop will introduce creatives to the practical use of AI tools to support their storytelling, publishing and content creation. Seun will introduce you to the practical use of AI tools to support your storytelling, publishing and content creation.
Learn how AI can be used to develop ideas, edit written work, refine individual ideas, create copyright-free visuals and simplify admin tasks such as writing bios or event descriptions. This session is hands-on, beginner-friendly, and aligned with Pen to Print’s mission to make creative writing more accessible using digital technologies.
 Blitz Kids with Duncan Barrett and Nuala Calvi
Thursday 18 September, 6.30pm to 8pm at Dagenham Library
Tickets: FREE
Please note this is an in-person event only
In their new book, ‘Blitz Kids’, Duncan Barrett and Nuala Calvi, authors of the Sunday Times bestseller ‘The Sugar Girls’, tell the true stories of 15 boys and girls who endured the terrors of the German bombing campaign.
They will share their stories of a research journey which took them all over the country, to meet with more than eighty Blitz survivors.
Signed copies will be sold on the day!
 Ghosts of Old Barking - Walking Tour with Barbrara Nadel
Friday 19 September, 1pm to 3pm, Meeting Point at Barking Station
Tickets: FREE
Please note this is an in-person event only
Barking is a place that has been many things to many people. History is thick on the ground here, in a town that once played host to the most powerful Abbey in the country (which produced 12 Medieval Queens of England), which was founded by a saint.
Author of the TV series ‘The Turkish Detective’ and crime writer, Barbara Nadel, leads the tour and encourages writers to explore the local area, it's history and legends, for sources of inspiration and research.
NB: The tour will last up to 2 hours, sensible walking shoes are recommended.
 Independent Author Book Fair (Drop-in)
Saturday 20 September, 10am to 3pm at Dagenham Library
Tickets: FREE
Please note this is an in-person event only
Join us at Dagenham Library for a vibrant showcase of Independent Authors from across our community. Discover fresh stories and meet the writers behind the words, whilst exploring a diverse range of genres - from fiction and poetry to memoirs and children’s books.
Whether you're a passionate reader, aspiring writer, or just curious, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect, be inspired, and support local writing talent.
FREE entry and all ages welcome!
 Travel Writing Masterclass with Tharik Hussain
Saturday 20 September, 12.30pm to 2.30pm at Dagenham Library
Tickets: FREE
Please note this is an in-person event only
Have you ever wanted to write about your travels but weren’t sure where to start?
Maybe you’ve already captured a special place in words and are eager to explore new directions. Or perhaps you're an experienced traveller looking to carve out your own space in the travel writing world.
If any of these sound like you, join us for a masterclass with award-winning travel writer and author Tharik Hussain.
Don't miss this opportunity to refine your skills and take your travel writing to new heights!
 The Toffee Man & The Kingdom of Ends Book Launch with LK Quinn
Saturday 20 September, 3pm to 4pm at Dagenham Library
Tickets: FREE
In-Person Attendance Tickets: FREE      Online Attendance Tickets: £1.99
Please note this event can be joined either online or in-person at Dagenham Library
Join us for a special event celebrating the success of LK Quinn, winner of the Book Challenge 2023/24, as she sits down with her mentor, acclaimed poet Anna Robinson, sharing her inspiring journey into publishing whilst offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be mentored through the Book Challenge mentoring programme.
LK Quinn welcomes your questions and warmly invites you to be part of the conversation. Whether you're a reader, writer, or simply curious, come and celebrate new voices in literature!
Signed copies will be sold on the day!
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