Join First Story and UCL Special Collections for a unique evening of creative writing inspired by rare pieces from the university's archive. Led by novelist and short story writer, Rachel Seiffert, the event aims to give English teachers the tools to create effective writing workshops using objects as prompts - practical ways to inspire both descriptive and narrative writing at KS3 & 4. A resource pack will be provided at the end of the session with workshop ideas to use in the classroom.

The event will be held in the Haldane Room, Wilkins Building (main building) of UCL and refreshments will be provided on arrival.

Please let us know in advance if you will require step free access.

About Rachel Seiffert

Rachel Seiffert is one of Virago’s most critically acclaimed contemporary novelists. Her first book, The Dark Room, (2001) was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, and made into the feature film Lore. In 2003, she was named one of Granta’s Best of Young British Novelists, and in 2011 she received the EM Forster Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Field Study, her collection of short stories published in 2004, received an award from PEN International. Her second novel, Afterwards (2007) third novel The Walk Home (2014), and fourth novel A Boy in Winter (2017), were all longlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. Her books have been published in eighteen languages.

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Access, parking and public transport information for the Wilkins Building can be found here: https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/wilkins-building

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please contact Sophie at info@firststory.org.uk with any questions regarding the event.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No