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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 12h

Why are we like this tho

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you!

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 2d

In our defence, @fictionalsarah.substack.com does not compile this list and clearly did not communicate anything with the person who does...

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 2d

OH MY GOD WHAT

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 2d

Looking to get your words into the world but completely overwhelmed by a billionty-hundred-squundred competitions and submission listings? WELL LOOK NO FURTHER. We have distilled a whole bunch of literary opportunities for your glorious self.

writershq.co.uk/5-competitio...

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 5d

good luck!

Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 5d

WAIT! It was definitely socks when I scheduled it.

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 5d

LOL!

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 5d

It's a test of my editing 🤦‍♀️

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 5d

Hey hey newsletter peeps. It's time for your gif-based check in. Read it? Got it? Send us your socks!

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 7d

Retreats in November. Not in December!

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 7d

October means two things:

1. 👻
2. Only two more real life writing retreats left in 2025

PLUS!

A workshop on dealing with rejection and the Flash Face Off Halloween Special with the mysterious Madame Morte.

Click here for writerly events of joy and wonder: writershq.co.uk/events-calen...

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

GBP = Great Big Pants

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

Just for clarity: you won't win 500 of Sarah's knickers.

The Failing Writers Podcast @failingwriters.bsky.social · 9d

And awaaay! Our 300 word flash FICTION competition is officially go. With the marvellous Sarah Lewis from @writershq.bsky.social taking the gavel. Have a squizz at the latest episode for the FACTS about how to get your grubby mitts on that 500 knicker

pod.fo/e/3331dd

The Failing Writers Podcast: S5 Ep16: FLASH FICTION COMPETITION!

Finally.I know, I know.It's that time of year we all look forward to.The leaves begin to loosen their grip. The sky is pregnant with it's autumnal offerings.Jon gets poetic.But aside from all that ...

pod.fo

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

Good combo. Extra stars for you ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

Your arse is perfect just the way it is, Jude. Also which are your writing snacks of choice?

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

Right. Gold stars with five points and silly slogans on are verboten. Got it. Makes complete sense.

Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

That's amazing though! Congratulations 😍

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

Also, and perhaps most importantly, a fucking pentagram is not a Magen David. Witches, not Nazis, George.

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

Hi there. Writers' HQ is a Jewish-run organisation and even if we weren't whatever you're implying here is pretty fucken grotesque. Please take your fake outrage somewhere else.

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 8d

You are smashing this, baby!

Pick your writerly gold star for the end of September and share your writerly wins and writerly woes.

#goldstar #amwriting #writingcommunity #wevegotthis #writingmotivation

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 9d

😭

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 9d

Come be judged by @fictionalsarah.substack.com (over and above her usual, daily judging practice)

The Failing Writers Podcast @failingwriters.bsky.social · 9d

And awaaay! Our 300 word flash FICTION competition is officially go. With the marvellous Sarah Lewis from @writershq.bsky.social taking the gavel. Have a squizz at the latest episode for the FACTS about how to get your grubby mitts on that 500 knicker

pod.fo/e/3331dd

The Failing Writers Podcast: S5 Ep16: FLASH FICTION COMPETITION!

Finally.I know, I know.It's that time of year we all look forward to.The leaves begin to loosen their grip. The sky is pregnant with it's autumnal offerings.Jon gets poetic.But aside from all that ...

pod.fo

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Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 12d

No thank YOU

Writers’ HQ @writershq.bsky.social · 12d

Woop!

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