Oswestry Writers, a group designed to encourage and inspire authors poets and all writers, has officially been launched.

Focused on offering an inspiring and supportive environment for creativity, the group was established by Dora Bona, an Oswestry-based writer with more than 30 years of experience in various writing roles.

From penning radio and television adverts to ghost writing novels, Ms Bona has always had a strong passion for the short story.

She explained her initial steps: "My first step was to approach Dave Andrews, the Reader and Writer in Residence at Oswestry library and the author of many books.

"He was very encouraging from the word go and organised a Writers Forum at the library which brought me into contact with lots of local authors.

"This really got the ball rolling."

 

Ms Bona explained the objective of the group: "Given that writing is a rather solitary activity, the goal is to create a motivational, inspirational, fun space where writers can come together, spark some new ideas, support each other and grow both creatively and personally."

She added: "But rather than disconnect after two hours and have to wait two weeks for another session, the idea is to keep the momentum going through email, messaging or chat, so we can share what we’re working on, get feedback or deal with writer’s block."

Oswestry Writers held their first meeting on Tuesday, May 21 at the Townhouse Oswestry.

Future meetings will be carried on a fortnight basis every Tuesday from 7.00pm to 9.00pm at the same venue.

Mr Andrews hailed Ms Bona’s enthusiasm and said: "I was struck straight away by Dora’s energy and enthusiasm for writing.

"She’s a real motivator too and is brimming with ideas.

"I’ve met many local writers in my role at Oswestry Library and I know several of them have already joined Oswestry Writers.

"I think the group is set to make a huge contribution to the arts scene in town."

For more information, and to join the group visit Oswestry Writers page on Facebook or email: writer@creativejuicy.com.