Apply for Word Space 2025-26

Once you’ve read through the application pack and have everything ready to apply to Word Space 2025-26, please complete the form below.

Name*
First name Surname
Email*
Postcode – Word Space is for emerging writers based in South West England. Please enter your postcode here.*
If you would also like your submission to be considered for one of our partners' nominated places, please select which partner from the list below.
- Little Toller Books – supporting writing about nature and rural life
- The Writers’ Block – an innovative creative writing hub, based in Redruth, Cornwall
- Raise The Bar – showcasing the best of UK and world spoken word poetry
- ArtfulScribe – supporting writers in Hampshire, Dorset, and the Solent
- I do not wish to be considered for one of the four nominated places.
Selecting a partner is optional. All applicants are assessed via a rigorous selection process regardless of their choice. By opting to be considered for one of our partners’ nominated places, you are agreeing to Literature Works sharing your contact details and submission with that partner. Each of the applicants selected by a partner for one of the four nominated places will receive additional support from that partner during the year.
We require applicants to fill out this Equality, Diversion and Inclusion survey alongside their application: Begin EDI Survey (opens in new tab)
I have read the submission guidelines and terms and conditions, and completed the EDI survey*
- Yes
Upload your submission – Please upload a single document containing 1. Two-year writing history (200 words max) 2. Examples of writing, up to three pieces of writing (max 3000 words) total 3. Statement of readiness (200 words max). Please do not include your name on the document.
Max. file size: 18 MB.
We accept Word documents or PDF files. Please DO NOT upload audio or visual files via this form. If you would like to submit an audio or visual file, please do so via WeTransfer to info@literatureworks.org.uk.
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