Access to Writing Workshop
Schedule
Sat Apr 18 2026 at 01:30 pm to 03:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Scunthorpe Central. Carlton Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6TX | Scunthorpe, EN
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2026 is the National Year of Reading, and the nation is being invited to ‘Go all in’ and unlock what we love through reading, writing, or sharing within a group.We are delighted to welcome back local writer and published performance poet Amanda Crundall for creative writing and poetry workshop activities, poetry reading and open mic.
Amanda has recently published her second poetry collection ' The Emboldened Heart' and will read some of her own poems. There will also be an opportunity to take to the floor yourself and share your own poetry or prose. Please note this is not compulsory and you are very welcome just to sit and enjoy everyone else’s poetry.
For participants aged 16+
Book your free place at:
https://www.opac.northlincs.gov.uk/events#/events/db2798d3-563a-463b-9a9b-c32818c31357?q=poetry
Click on 'register', complete your details and submit to be added to the attendee list.
If you experience difficulties when booking or have any questions about this event, please contact [email protected]
Amanda Crundall, AKA ‘The Glam Poet’, is a multi-faceted writer, performer, workshop facilitator, and radio presenter from East Yorkshire.
Her poetry, known for its raw emotion and honesty, explores vulnerability and resilience, resonating deeply with readers and audiences. Amanda’s work offers comfort and inspiration to many, making them feel seen and understood.
Amanda has performed at various events and festivals, and her work has been included in a number of magazines, collections and anthologies. In 2025 her poetry was included in ‘The Written Woman Anthology’ and ‘Write to Be Heard’ (Pebble Press), written for and by survivors of coercive control and/or post-separation abuse and working with ‘Mums in Need’.
Amanda has published two poetry books, following her debut ‘Heart on Her Sleeve’ (2024) with ‘The Emboldened Heart’, published in January 2026. Both are published by Enigma Press, Partnership Publishing.
www.partnershippublishing.co.uk
Praise for ‘The Emboldened Heart’
'A thoughtful and quietly powerful book that weaves poetry and short stories into one emotionally resonant journey'.
'With themes of self-worth, identity, childhood, womanhood and longing, Amanda's voice is both lyrical and grounded, revealing a writer unafraid to look inward and speak truthfully'.
Follow Amanda and her poetry:
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: ‘She wears her heart on her sleeve’
IG: @amandacrundallpoet
You Tube: mandycrundall
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2gp1tKV6KC1nxQFJywineg
https://www.goallin.org.uk/
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Where is it happening?
Scunthorpe Central. Carlton Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6TX, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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