Write for the Future - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1908600160 ISBN 13: 9781908600165

Publisher: Inspired Quill, 2013

Synopsis

Thirty-seven poems and short stories from young writers facing adulthood, climate anxiety and an uncertain world, with every sale supporting mentoring for new voices.

When worlds collide and the chimes of a future life reverberate in the distance, truth will be found in the darkness. As they immerse themselves in the ambiguous and often chaotic sphere of adulthood, these University of Leicester students are turning their hearts to the joys and flaws of life. And with their minds turned towards their future privileges and responsibilities, as upcoming 'parents' of the world, they will inevitably help to write the future for us all. 'Write for the Future' is a collection of works written within a single week at the University of Leicester, UK.

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These pieces move between genres the way early adulthood does. They take in coming-out stories and fractured families, climate collapse and second chances, and futures that are still worth fighting for. The book is for readers of Kae Tempest, Matt Haig and Nikita Gill who want honesty about anxiety and hope in the same breath, and for fans who like their darker moments to lean towards the light. Every piece is short enough to read between lectures, with styles, themes and genres for everyone. Profits fund Inspired Quill's mentoring for emerging writers.

"I am delighted to see a diverse group of new authors finding their voices in this collection. As they continue to hone their skills - whether in poetry, prose or other forms - they will be carrying forward an ancient tradition. We should salute them all." - Rod Duncan, bestselling author of the Riot trilogy

Edition details

• Publisher: Inspired Quill
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1908600160
• ISBN 13: 9781908600165
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 118
• Editor: Slack Sara-Jayne, Bonecutter Austin