Young Writers

So many writers stop before they even start...

Young people love telling stories.

But too many believe:

• They aren’t good enough

• You have to be a ‘proper writer’

Creativity is only worthwhile if it comes with a mark out of 20

Studies have shown the many benefits of creative writing for adolescents. These include:

• Reduces anxiety and stress helping them process complex emotions

• Aids problem solving, metacognition and abstract thinking

• Builds self confidence and helps shape their identity

• Encourages empathy and understanding other points of view

(Evidence from Pennebaker, McAdams & other writing studies)

I loved writing stories as a child and often wished I could find a place to share them with others.

Now I get to offer others what my younger self craved.