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Online Bournemouth Writing Festival 2027: Virtual Writing Masterclasses & Literary Agent 1-to-1 Pitches
23rd-25th APRIL 2027
Whether you are writing your first sentence or preparing to pitch your finished manuscript, the Online Bournemouth Writing Festival is designed to inspire, support, and propel your creative journey, from anywhere in the world.
Looking to get published in the UK? Our virtual festival offers live interactive sessions with traditional publishers, self-publishing experts, and top literary agents.
Watch Q&A video with the Festival Director who explains what will happen over the next few months.
We are currently looking for writers, authors, writing service professionals and businesses to be involved in the Online Writing Festival. Apply today!
Featured Sessions, Talks & Agent 121s
Over 50 talks led by Sunday Times bestselling authors, award-winning writers and writing service professionals - people who have been there, done it and want to impart their learnings, experience and wisdom to you.
Literary Agent 121s
Book a private, online session with a literary agent. Plus, join a pre-session webinar to help you prepare.
Agents will appear on this page.
Ready to Publish
Navigate the ways to get your book into the world - for example, book marketing, trad vs self-publish and book cover design.
Networking Lounge
Connect, chat and form writing groups with fellow attendees in real time.
Writing for Performance
Insights on writing when your words are to be performed - on stage, screen or online. Friday 23rd April only.
Writing for Joy / Mental Wellbeing
Reignite your passion, overcome writers' block and write for pure creativity and mental health.
Exhibitor Area
Find out more information on business and writing professionals who support writers.
The Craft of Writing
Everything you need to create your book - from plotting to characterisation, world-building to backstories.
Genre Worlds
Focused deep-dives in genre-specific sub-rooms, including romance, crime and non-fiction.
Co-Watching Hubs
Host an in-person hub where you can watch your individual talks amongst other local writers.
Purchase your tickets for the April festival now!
Our full programme will be revealed in the New Year, but you can purchase your tickets now. Book before 25th November and receive 20% discount with our special early bird offer.
If you purchase our packages, you will also be able to attend other online and in-person events leading up to the festival.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Online Writing Festival.
Writers Like You, Loving the Festival
★★★★★ Rated 100% on Facebook by our amazing community
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"Such a buzz at this fantastic and well-organised festival, with great venues and a tremendous variety of talks."
Alice Fowler
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"The Bournemouth Writing Festival is a fantastic long weekend of writing inspiration. I made great connections, learned so much and left feeling motivated to continue my writing journey."
Katherine Baldwin
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"This is a fantastic festival with lots of inspiring activities for creative writers and anyone who works with words! The screenwriting and sustainability sessions were particularly good. Will definitely be back next year."
Fiona Freeman
