Rugby Cafe Writers

A group of Rugby writers are launching their new book with an evening of poetry, stories and songs. The Rugby Cafe Writers have just published their latest anthology, A Story For Every Day Of Autumn, featuring more than 90 short stories, diaries, articles and memoir to match the season of autumn. The book is arranged so that one story can be enjoyed each day and there are specially-themed stories for Hallowe’en and Bonfire Night.

A launch event is being held at St Andrew’s Church, Rugby on Friday September 29th at 7.30pm. It will feature a variety of stories, poems and songs, including performances by local musicians The Scutters and Ben Jennings. Tickets are £3 on the door with a bar and bookstall available.

The new book, which costs £6 on Amazon, has been well received. One reviewer said: “Just love the concept. It’s now part of my morning routine. I love the diversity of writing. Already some of these stories have stayed in my thoughts long after I have read them.” Another commented: “I enjoyed the variety and some of the stories were quite unexpected. It’s hard to pick a favourite because they are so different. I’m looking forward to reading more from this group.” 

John Howes, speaking for the group, said: “We have loved putting this collection together. It features the work of 27 different local writers. The aim of our group is to promote existing writers and to encourage new writers. We have regular writing challenges and skills sessions in which writers swap tips, such as on how to write an opening paragraph.”

The Rugby Cafe Writers were formed about seven years ago and meet fortnightly in the cafe at St Andrew’s Church, Rugby. There are more than 50 people in the group, with ages ranging from sixth formers to the more mature veteran writers. Members include established authors such as Bella Osborne, Madalyn Morgan, Theresa Le Flem, Lindsay Woodward and David G Bailey, but many others who are learning the craft of writing and have never had anything published. They regularly sell their books at local events and will be appearing at the Southam Book Festival on Sunday October 8th. To buy the book or to join the writing group, visit http://www.rugbycafewriters.com