Writing Workshop: Writing for Wellbeing with Lucy Strange - Maidstone LitFest 2024

About

Award-winning author Lucy Strange leads this practical and supportive workshop, exploring the numerous ways in which writing can not only be a rewarding creative outlet, but can also benefit our mental health. This engaging session is suitable for all adults interested in creative writing, regardless of their experience level. Participants will learn techniques to harness the therapeutic power of writing, fostering creativity and emotional well-being. No prior experience is necessary, making it an inclusive opportunity for everyone to explore their creativity.

Biography:

Lucy Strange is an award-winning children’s author who lives in the heart of the Kent countryside with her partner and their young son.Her books capture elements of classic children’s literature in a style that is engaging and accessible for today’s younger readers. Often inspired by the gothic genre, folklore and fairy tales, Lucy combines British landscapes and historical settings with touches of the supernatural, creating utterly convincing worlds in which anything might happen. Right now, Lucy is probably sitting in her writing shed at the bottom of her garden, gazing out over the misty meadows of the Kent countryside, dreaming up her next fantastical tale.