Welcome to BBC Writers
Discovering, developing, and championing new and experienced writing talent across the UK
The Edinburgh Fringe: A special place for storytellers
Francesca Moody is the acclaimed theatre producer behind shows including Fleabag and Baby Reindeer. She introduces her Shedinburgh venue and explains its ethos.
The Rapture
We spoke to Bryony Kimmings, who has adapted the novel by Liz Jensen for BBC iPlayer and BBC One.
Meet the 2026 Voices
We've announced the 69 writers who took part in this year's Voices development programme.
BBC Writers Voices - My Experience
One of this year's cohort describes her experience as part of our development group.
How to get your TV Script made
A four part series of blog posts which explore the journey of a script from an initial idea all the way to broadcast.
Latest Writing Opportunities
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Shape Arts with TLC | Free Reads
Deadline: 11.59pm on Wednesday 26 August 2026
Shape Arts have partnered up with The Literary Consultancy to offer disabled writers on a low income the chance to have their work professionally read and receive feedback.
Shakespeare's Globe | The Climate Playwriting Prize 2026
Deadline: Tuesday 1st September 2026
Submissions are now open for the best plays that engage meaningfully with the climate crisis.
Script Essentials 2026
Online Resource
Our Script Essentials sessions aimed at deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent writers.
About BBC Writers
Find out more about our work and our offices across the UK.
How We Find and Develop Writers
The Head of New Writing for BBC Drama Commissioning and BBC Writers explains our work with writers and how BBC Writers and Drama Commissioning work together.
Open Call
Our Open Call is our main open submission opportunity for all writers aged 18 and over and resident in the UK or Republic of Ireland.
Successes
Hear about some of our success stories, including competition and award winners, commissions and events. Download and read our Annual Report.
Now in the Script Library
Explore the Whoniverse...
Over 200 scripts from across the Whoniverse! Now including The War Between the Land and the Sea.
More Recent Additions to the Script Library...
Explore over 1000 scripts by genreBe Inspired - Latest Writer Interviews
Watch interviews and get top tips from established writers and other Industry professionals.Watch more interviews
Scriptwriting Glossary
The world of scriptwriting is full of terms and phrases which may be confusing. We've created a list of definitions that we hope will help writers on the way to grasping what they all mean.
Scriptwriting Essentials
Watch a series of eight videos covering the essentials of writing a successful script, from introductions to rewriting.
Podcast
Download and listen to our free podcast, including interviews with some the UK's leading screenwriters.
John Yorke's 10 Questions
Watch John Yorke break down his 10 questions that every writer should ask of their story.
