We're looking to support ten ambitious fiction writers who show promise and think that a period of structured support would enable them to develop artistically.

The selected applicants will be awarded a unique professional development package which includes one-to-one mentoring from an established writer, a series of workshops as part of a residential retreat, and a final showcase to agents and publishers.

Escalator has been running for almost a decade and has supported over 80 writers in their creative projects, with many going on to sign with agents, publish and receive awards for their writing.

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