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Bridport Arts Centre Information about the Arts Centre and its programme of events.

Outpost Productions Outpost Productions is based in Dorset, South West UK providing broadcast & corporate dvd productions, photography, graphic design, copywriting and print services. Our anthology covers and entry forms are designed by Outpost Productions.

British Council British Council, the United Kingdom's international organisation for educational and cultural relations.

First Writer Writing site for fiction and poetry that includes everything an author or writer could need. Lists of writing and poetry competitions, writing tips, writers forum, literary agents and much more.

Poetry in the Arts A literary nonprofit organization that promotes poets and poetry through live poetry presentations, poetry contests with significant cash awards and potential for publication for the competitors, including youth, competitive scholarships and an ambitious educational program.

UK Directory of Writers' Circles Details of over 1000 writers circles in the UK.

The New Writer The writing magazine which publishes the best in fact, fiction and poetry, every month. More publishing opportunities for subscribers than other creative writing magazines and packed full of market information, news, views and reviews.

The Poetry Kit The Poetry Kit is a World Wide Web magazine providing a single source of information and discussion on the craft of writing poetry. It was recently voted Poetry Superhighway best Online poetry resource of 2001. It provides comprehensive events listings, recommended reading of the 'How-to..' type, competitions, courses and schools, readings, festivals, magazines, workshops, bookshop, links to other poetry sites on the Internet.

The Poetry Society The Poetry Society exists to help poets and poetry thrive in Britain today. Established in 1909, and now one of Britain's most dynamic arts organisations, the Poetry Society is a membership organisation open to all.

PrizeMagic A web site where you can learn how to win prizes in competitions requiring skill rather than luck. Links to many competitions.

Welsh Academy The Welsh Academy promotes the writers and literatures of Wales.

Arts Angels Publishing Two competitions a year; one poetry and one short stories. No entry fees at moment. Three winners win cash prizes. Based on Vancouver Island, Canada.

Mslexia The magazine for women who write. Advice and inspiration; news, reviews, interviews; competitions and grants. Submit your work now!

Commonword Commonword is a North West of England based writing development agency and community publisher - website provides information and networking services for writers.

Writewords This site is entirely run by professional writers who have experience in fiction, non fiction, theatre and screen. They run groups led by experts, a lively forum, an archive to showcase writers work, interviews and links with top agents, producers, poetry editors, theatre managers, and award winning writers such as Kate Atkinson and Rebbecca Ray. They have a fully searchable directory where writers can access the most up to date info on publishers, agents, theatre, TV and other companies, and offer advice, the very latest jobs for writers at all levels and news.

Writers Reign WritersReign is a stress-free zone for the aspiring writer looking for practical help to improve their writing and see it published. Articles, eBooks, links, resources, book reviews... you name it!

Jacqui Bennett Writers Bureau The friendly critique and editorial service. We aim to get you published. Free critique. Competitions. Hall of Fame. Free Brochure.

Book Publicity 'Writers' services from conception to completion'

Bloomsbury Publishing Bloomsbury Publishing website, where you can find out about their authors, browse through their catalogues, visit their children's area, buy books from the bookshop, and read some of the liveliest writing on the web in their magazine archive.

The Guilds of Writers The Guilds of writers are a group of online genre-specific writing communities. We are completely free to join and the each board includes specific areas where members can discuss various aspects of writing, we also have a critiquing ring, and monthly exercises as well as areas where members can chat about more general things. The Writing Race is a competition we run every four months, the aim of which is to get writers out of the "thinking" stage and into actualy writing their stories.

Whisper Poetry "The Clubs aim is to expand the horizons of the experienced poet and also give opportunity and experience to new poets who can both compete in there prize winning competition.

Alex Keegan Alex has been three times placed in The Bridport Prize. Here you can find out about Boot Camp Keegan and the services that he offers, including literary assessments, writing groups and mentoring.

SlingInk is a down-to-earth web site for amateur fiction writers who desire a safe, secure environment providing peer support and review. The site has extremely active forums, chat facilities and regular activities for its 90 registered members.

Worddoctors Every writer, no matter how experienced, needs a second opinion on his or her work. The Word Doctors provide sound, objective, constructive feedback and support for writers and writers' groups.

Millennium Arts Magazine, Is primarily an art-associated News-n'-Information Website. Presents a platform of arts-related activities and events in the form of gallery/studio exhibitions mainly across the UK North West, but will include neighbouring areas. Supports Fine Arts, Performing Arts and Literary Arts. Also presents Opportunities Section for Artists/Performers/Writers, etc.

Writing Classes Online creative writing school offering courses for all levels. Small groups, weekly writing exercises and downloadable notes. Communicate with your peers and tutor through a simple to use and secure conferencing program. Receive weekly peer reviews and tutor comments.

Ascent Aspirations Magazine Ascent Aspirations published poetry, short fiction, essays, and visual art on-line quarterly. They will publish in print in 2005 and in the future twice a year. Submissions for the on-line journal are on-going and the print issues for 2005 are:- July 31 and October 30. This issue is also offered as a contest. Visit web site for details of the contest.

ScriptScout ScriptScout is a UK based company that specialises in script development, editing and scouting services for the film and television industries. We work with agents, producers and distributors in order to develop a stronger and more dynamic script market.

The National Short Story Prize This new award is a collaboration between NESTA (the National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts), BBC Radio 4 and Prospect magazine, and it's funded by NESTA. It is administered in conjunction with Booktrust and Scottish Booktrust. The first winners will be announced in May 2006.

New Writing South New Writing South is open to all creative writers, for those seeking creative writers and for other creative writing agencies including all producers of dramatic writing. We aim to identify and nurture talent, encourage creative development and offer resources to all writers in the UK’s South East region. We also build partnerships between writers and those able to produce their work and encourage opportunities for writers to make new contacts and further their careers.

Bibliofaction Short Story Forum An online community for concise creative writing.

Compete Around the World Information about current competitions around the world, for both online and onsite competitions. A valuable resource for anyone wanting to enter competitions.

Writers Market Writersmarket aims to help writers to find markets for their work by offering a constantly updated comprehensive online database of publishers, magazines, broadcast media and agents. Plus it has a growing collection of in-depth articles by industry professionals on all aspects of the writing and publishing process. No Catch, No Fee

Dream quest one Poetry and writing contest is open to everyone who loves to arrange words into beautiful art or to write a story that is worth telling everyone. Write a poem, 30 lines or fewer on any subject, style or form or write a short story, 5 pages maximum on any theme for an opportunity to win up to $500.00 in cash prizes.

Bridport Radio A community website dedicated to Bridport, Dorset. Have your say on local issues, what’s on and where to go, gig guide, Showcase for local artists and musicians.

Writers Retreat A retreat in the mountains of Andalucia ideal for writing. The informal support of the retreat facilitator and other writers is available. he weekly writing workshops are an informal gathering of retreat writers and guest writers. They provide the opportunity for you to improve your work through readings, appraisal and discussion.

Attleborough Poetry Competition The Attleborough Poetry Competition is in its inaugural year and is an open contest for poetry up to 50 lines. There are no restrictions on topic, theme or style, as we prize talent and originality above all else. Online entries are encouraged and postal entries are also accepted. First prize is £75.

Welsh Poetry Our aim is to encourage and foster the wealth of creative writing talent that we know exists in Wales but currently languishes in the doldrums. We aim to inspire people to capture life in the present day and to give a voice to a new generation of poets and writers.

Fantasy Dragon Artwork - Beyond This Point There Be Dragons is a Dragon Fantasy book which includes Fantasy Pictures, Stories & Famous Dragon Tales.

Ghost Writing Services, Self Publisher, Memoir, Writing A Book, Autobiography. Offers self-publishing information and services for writers, and ghostwriters.

the view from here magazine Officially affiliated with Cornerstones Literary Consultancy, The View From Here is a global literary on-line magazine with author interviews, book reviews,original short fiction, cartoons, articles and behind the scenes features.

Ilkley Literature Festival Annual short story and poetry competition run in conjunction with Ilkley Literature Festival. Visit the site to read some of last year's winning entries and find out about this year's prizes and judges. Closing date 1st September.

compete around the world The competition site used to find variety of competitions that are currently going around the world.The competitions are writing competitions, drawing, poetry, Arts and craft, Essay Competition,handwriting contest,programming competition and music competition etc.

Writing at Godmersham Writing courses for creative writers to be held in Godmersham Park Mansion, near Canterbury - the house once owned by Jane Austen's brother and the inspiration behind Persuasion, Mansfield Park and Pride & Prejudice. Next Course 15th-17th August 2008

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The Bridport Prize is a fundraiser for Bridport Arts Centre, charity no 1069780