Word Space 2026: Applications Open
We’re pleased to be a partner in Literature Works’ annual talent development programme, nurturing and connecting emerging writing talent from around the South West region.
Word Space 2026-27 is Literature Works’ annual online talent development programme, running from April 2026 to March 2027. Submissions are open throughout December 2025 to January 2026. Word Space will support a group of writers from across the South West to develop their work through mentoring from established writers, peer support, industry insight, advice sessions with Literature Works staff, and access to a growing network of writers.
Word Space is for developing practitioners who are serious about their work. Participants are selected through an open process of anonymous submissions. Participants are invited to set their own creative writing goals at the outset, reviewing and refining during the twelve months of the programme, with support from their mentor and an online peer writer group.
Word Space is delivered online as a digital programme which supports new writing, inclusivity and knowledge exchange in innovative ways. Word Space is produced by Literature Works working with partners who share our focus on inclusive, diverse writer development opportunities, reaching out to underrepresented groups and to underserved, rural locations. The programme provides online spaces for the group to collaborate and feedback, adding to this ongoing one-to-one mentoring and monthly presentations from industry insiders
