The London Library Emerging Writers Programmes

The London Library Emerging Writers Programme, now open for the eighth year, is a unique opportunity which offers writers, in all genres and disciplines, one year’s free membership of The London Library and includes writing development masterclasses, networking opportunities, peer support, access to and guidance in using all the Library’s resources and publication in the cohort anthology.

The London Library Emerging Writers Programme is open to anyone over 18years of age who is committed to pursuing a career in writing and wants to develop their practice. Applicants should be working, or planning to work, on a specific project, with the aim of publication or production, and have a clear idea of how they might use the Library’s resources to achieve that aim. They should be UK-based, willing to fully participate in all elements of the Programme and immerse themselves in the writing community it offers. There is no application fee and participation on the Programme is funded. The deadline for submission is 23 February 2026.

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Enquiries about submissions should be directed to the London Library. Please always refer to their website for complete details and information. 

Please note, this call is run by the London Library, not the Commonwealth Foundation.