THE ROAD TO SOMEWHERE

Visitors are invited to the launch of a brand new creative writing manual The Road to Somewhere next Wednesday, 26th January, 12.30-2.30 in Hale Hall at the Ormskirk Campus.

The book is edited and written by current and former colleagues from Edge Hill?s English department including Robert Graham, Helen Newall, Robert Sheppard and Scott Thurston from Edge Hill, and Heather Leach, John Singleton and Julie Armstrong. It is aimed at student writers, creative writing teachers and those looking for practical guidance in their writing.

Edge Hill Lecturer Helen Newall said: "Creative writing is an activity worth doing whatever the outcome or destination: it is a journey to be taken for the sake of the journey. This book is an essential guide to inspire writers and to stimulate reflection and discussion. Each chapter has exercises and examples to get you started, as well as resources for further reading and research."

The Road to Somewhere will be on sale at the launch at a reduced cost of £12.99, retail price £14.99. There will also be short reading and the opportunity to speak to the authors about any aspects of creative writing.

Edge Hill offers a range of writing courses from undergraduate to postgraduate. For further information contact the Enquiries Unit on 0800 195 5063.

ENDS EDITOR?S NOTES: For further press information please contact: Roisin Rowley-Smith PR Manager Tel: 01695 584509 Fax: 01695 584355 E mail: rowlesr@edgehill.ac.uk or pressoffice@edgehill.ac.uk.