Celebrating the world of words

Get the essential tools and confidence you need to begin your first novel in a writing workshop with The Coffeehouse Writer, Mandi Allen, during Newark Book Festival. 

Shape your unique narrative voice in this 2-hour group writing workshop with creative exercises to help turn your abstract dream into a more refined work in progress, in a process that breaks the writing journey down into manageable steps.

Discover how to develop compelling ideas, craft memorable characters, and structure your story effectively, alongside learning how to navigate common first-draft challenges.

Scripting Master Mandi Allen brings her knowledge, wit and creativity to the workshop, learnt from her extensive experience of writing for plays, film, journalism, and even business! 

In this workshop, you’ll gain the confidence, momentum and a set of concrete strategies to start writing your first novel from the moment you get home. Overcome the obstacles that prevent many aspiring novelists from finishing their manuscripts, and turn your novel into a workable reality. 

Whether you’ve been contemplating writing a novel for years or just recently felt the creative urge to write, this workshop provides the perfect launching pad for your literary adventure.

Join Mandi Allen at Newark Book Festival this summer for her spark-inducing workshop to help you write your very first novel.