Open Book Creative Writing

FREE monthly creative writing sessions for LGBTQ+ people (16+) in Edinburgh.

Delivered in partnership with Open Book Reading, we’ll be reading stories and poems aloud and using them to create our own writing in a gentle, guided session with Lead Reader, Jess Orr.
No experience required! Just a willingness to have a go in a safe and affirmative setting.
You can book for each session individually, with the booking details made available each month via www.lgbthealth.org.uk or via Queer Creative Writing Scotland

Who we welcome

All LGBTQ+ people over 16 in Edinburgh are welcome to join us.

We welcome the entire diversity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community including non-binary, queer, intersex, asexual people and all identities under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella.

We also welcome people who aren't sure about their sexual orientation/gender identity, or who do not use labels for either.

Registration

Spaces are limited to 20 people per session so we need you to register in advance.

Please use the Eventbrite registration form to register. RSVP on Meetup is not a registration, please register on Eventbrite to get the access details. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with full access details.

You can also contact the event organiser Jules at jules@lgbthealth.org.uk, or phone 0131 564 3970 and leave a message for Jules.

If something changes and you can no longer attend the event, please cancel your space on Eventbrite or let Jules know as soon as you can so your space becomes available for someone else.

PLEASE NOTE: Incomplete booking forms or repeat non-attendance will result in cancellation of your place. Please contact Jules at jules@lgbthealth.org.uk or leave a message for Jules on our admin phone 0131 564 3970 should you wish to discuss the form or need help registering.

The venue

The event is hosted at LGBT Health and Wellbeing in Duncan Place.

We will send more information about the venue and how to access the event after you register.

Access

The venue and our event features:
🅿️ 2 disabled parking spaces on the grounds
♿️ Wheelchair access with ramp access and automatic doors, and lift to access the different floors of the building
🚾 Accessible gender neutral toilets available

If there is anything you need to talk to us in advance of the event, please contact Jules:
📧 email jules@lgbthealth.org.uk
📞 phone 0131 564 3970

How to get more involved

For information on further queer creative writing communities, join LGBT Health and Wellbeing's Queer Creative Writing Scotland Facebook group here or check our calendar of events on our website.

For more information about Open Book, visit: https://openbookreading.com

The LGBT Health and Wellbeing Events Team in Edinburgh organise arts event throughout the year, with opportunities for performance and to share work you've created if interested.

These sessions are part of the Edinburgh Community Programme delivered by LGBT Health and Wellbeing.