Writing Wrongs was founded in 2016 by a group of writers who wanted to stay connected after completing a series of creative writing courses. Since then, it has grown into a vibrant, supportive and inspiring group with its members achieving success in publishing, performance, and competitions. The group’s greatest achievement, however, is that it has helped empower each of its members to grow in confidence and skill.
Several founding and long-standing members are still actively involved, and from time to time, Writing Wrongs welcomes newcomers who bring fresh ideas and perspectives, creating a dynamic mix of experience and innovation that enriches the work of all involved.
Scroll down to see examples of some of the work produced by the group.
About us
Lorraine Queen's debut novel
Howard Odoms is just one of the virile American servicemen stationed thousands of miles from home. They find themselves in a sleepy holiday destination in Scotland,which has become a strategic submarine base during the Cold War. The sailors don't want to fit in, and the locals don't want to make room for them. The exceptions are young women, who ache for some fun and excitement - which the Americans are happy to provide.
Of all the bars in Dunoon, the Anchor Bar is one of the few that will serve Americans- and the only one that will admit coloured servicemen like Howard. Amid the girls flocking to town to bag themselves American boyfriends, the barmaids in the Anchor have prime position, with a clientele all to themselves.
Howard likes sex. He's good at it and is happy to practice his talent whenever the opportunity arises. It's the one pastime that makes it bearable to be stationed in a place where he's persecuted for the colour of his skin.
He intends to return to America the instant this posting is up. He's not going to let anything get in the way of that - not his besotted girlfriend nor her plan to keep him for herself. Any mistakes will remain behind in Scotland.
But the best-laid plans are subject to human error. And as Howard discovers, the past is a hard thing to bury...
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Just One Little Pill by Lorraine Queen. Available online at Amazon.co.uk, Waterstones, and all good bookstores
Links to some of our members' writing
Our members submit work to the group throughout the year. Here are some examples, including pieces which have been published.
Writing Wrongs at Book Festival
Click on the image to see photographs and a full 'flipbook' report on the Writing Wrongs full-day event at the Byres Road Book Festival (including what happened when the fire alarm went off!).
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​Thanks to everyone who attended. Going by the feedback (which you will see on the report), we will certainly be back again next year, and may even announce another event before that.
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Awards and Competition Winners
The writing skills of a number of our members have been recognised in competitions nationwide. Watch this space for further information about their achievements, coming soon!