Writing the Archive Workshop with Andrew Burton

Ignite your creative imagination. a practical writing workshop using the J.A. Baker Special Collection as a catalyst.

Andrew Burton

Writing the Archive Workshop

Saturday 13 June 2026, 12.30pm - 2.30pm

Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Colchester, CO4 3SQ

Ignite your creative imagination. Join us for a practical writing workshop using the J.A. Baker Special Collection as a catalyst led by Dr Andrew Burton, Lecturer in Drama and Creative Writing at the University of Essex. Everyone welcome – no experience necessary.

Tickets: £20 / £15 concessions (students, under 27s and unwaged)

This event is part of The Writers Room

Essex Book Festival and the University of Essex are hosting an exciting 1-day programme of writers’ and writing events. Events include author talks and workshops, multi-genre panel discussions, and The Pitch (a 10-minute speed-date with an industry professional). Plus, an opportunity to engage with and explore the J.A. Baker Archive.

Photo credit (circle of books): Jaredd Craig, unsplash.com

Photo credit (writing in a notebook): Marcos Paulo-Prad, unsplash.com