Essex’s Amazing Author Event – Championing Local Talent & Young Writers!

I’m beyond excited to share that TG Trouper and I will be attending Essex’s Amazing Author Event at George Yard Shopping Centre, Braintree, on Saturday, 12th July 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM!

TG and I first crossed paths in 2023 when our novels—Astrid 2 (TG Trouper) and What We Can Be (Carley-Ann Osborn)—were both featured in the local paper. As debut authors, we quickly realized just how challenging it is to get noticed in the literary world. Since then, we've been dedicated to supporting and uplifting fellow undiscovered authors.

In November 2024, we co-hosted our first ‘Meet Essex Amazing Authors’ event in Braintree, inviting local authors, including fellow Austin Macauley writer Aki McKenzi, to showcase their work. The event was an incredible success—not just in engaging the public but in empowering authors and creating a much-needed platform for Essex’s literary talent.

However, what truly resonated with us was the enthusiasm of young aspiring writers. So many school-aged children approached us, eager to share their own stories and ideas. That moment sparked an idea—to do more.

Determined to encourage the next generation of writers, we partnered with Lyons Hall Primary School, Alec Hunter Academy, and Maltings Academy to launch an internal creative writing competition. Students from Years 3 to 11 were invited to submit their best work—whether poetry, a short story, or a chapter.

Each school selected one winner per year group, and their work will be published in a special book, with 100% of the profits donated to NSPCC.

To take it a step further, TG and I will also be selecting two outstanding students from each school to showcase their work at our upcoming event alongside nine other Essex authors.

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