Beth has been teaching writing for several years alongside being a publish author. As well as writing her own books and speaking at literary festivals and high schools, she works in festival production. She’s worked behind the scenes at some of the UK’s biggest literary festivals, including Bath Children’s Literature Festival and Winchester Writer’s Festival. Beth has also been independently researching the link between creative writing and mental wellbeing, working alongside professionals within the field.

Charlie holds both a BA in English Literature and Language and a Masters’ degree in Medieval Studies from the University of Oxford. His Mst focused on medieval song, the relationship between text and music, and folk traditions. His approach to teaching literature and creative writing focuses on investigating the place of creative writing as an art form in society and using the history of literature to prompt creative writing practice.

Jane specialises in twentieth-century literature, contemporary poetry and postcolonial literature. An experienced academic, she’s currently Honorary Reader in Twentieth Century Literature at De Montfort University. Jane continues to teach and mentor alongside her research, having previously held the roles of Head of Department, Admissions Tutor, co-ordinator for International students and more. She holds a PGCE from the University of Oxford.