Are you a writer hoping to have your work published? Would you like the opportunity to meet agents and editors - to learn how the industry works from its experts and sharpen the skills needed to enter it?
Comma Press invites you to attend the National Creative Writing Industry Day, in partnership with Manchester Writing School at Manchester Metropolitan University.
Key Information
- Date: Saturday 15th November 2025 | Time: 9.30AM-5.30PM
- Location: Manchester Writing School, Manchester Metropolitan University
- The National Creative Writing Industry Day 2025 is a full day of events for aspiring writers to gain insight into the publishing industry and advice on how to excel in their practice.
Featuring:
- A keynote speech by a renowned author
- Two panel discussions: ‘Working with an Agent’ and 'Building Your Literary Community'
- A choice of four workshops (on a first come first served basis) ranging in topics from Synopsising Your Novel to Marketing Yourself as a Writer
- Two 15-minute one-to-one meetings with literary agent representatives or editors to get advice on your pitching technique and work-in-progress*
- The opportunity to casually network with fellow writers and publishers both during and after the event.
The day will begin with an introduction and a keynote speech, followed by two panels. In the afternoon, you can attend a workshop tailored to the needs of those looking to enter the writing industry, and meet one-to-one with literary agentcy representatives/editors to discuss your works in progress and refine your pitching technique with expert advice from industry professionals.
The full programme and schedule will be announced soon.
If you have any questions please contact isabella.barber[at]commapress.co.uk
Alongside the listed tickets, we also have a limited number of discounted tickets available for underrepresented writers and residents of Greater Manchester. Please get in touch on the above email address for more information or to claim one.
*Please note that while we are holding agent sessions in person this year, occasionally due to unforeseen circumstances agents have to join us virtually (Zoom or MS Teams). In these cases we will set up all the tech and you do not have to make any extra preparations for your virtual session. We are not able to offer refunds if you are offered a virtual agent session.
