A creative writing workshop for neurodivergent participants, led by Scottish writer Elspeth Wilson, part of Book Week Scotland 2025.

Inspired by Letters to My Weird Sisters by autistic author Joanne Limburg, this workshop invites you to explore the friendships that have shaped you – especially the kinds of neurodivergent friendships that are often overlooked or misunderstood. We’ll take inspiration from the book’s format of “letters” to historical figures or personal connections, and you’ll be encouraged to create your own writing in whatever style or form feels right for you.

This is a supportive, relaxed space designed for neurodivergent participants. There’s no pressure to share your work unless you’d like to – you can take part in whatever way feels comfortable.

This workshop follows Letters to My Weird Sisters: Joanne Limburg in Conversation with Elspeth Wilson

This workshop is strictly limited to 10 participants - if you book but can’t make it, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your space to someone else.

Workshop pack

All participants will receive a free pack in the post before the workshop.
This will include:

A copy of Letters to My Weird Sisters (available in paperback, Kindle, or audiobook – let us know your preferred format when booking)
Writing paper
An envelope and pen

Please make sure to provide an accurate postal address so we can send your pack in time.

Access information

Automatic live captions will be available during the workshop
A captioned recording will be available to participants for 30 days after the event
A transcript will also be available
Please let us know on the booking form if you have any other access needs - we’ll do our best to meet them

About the facilitator

Elspeth Wilson is a Scottish writer and poet whose work often explores themes of belonging, identity, and neurodivergence. She is a member of Neuk Collective and a debut author whose creative practice centres care and connection. Her debut novel, These Mortal Bodies, was published in summer 2025.
https://www.elspethwilson.co.uk/

About the organisers

Door in the Wall Arts Access CIC is a disabled-led organisation supporting disabled and neurodivergent artists across Scotland to create, connect, and thrive. Our flagship strand, Neuk Collective, is a vibrant peer-led network of neurodivergent creatives. We centre accessibility in all our events and believe in the value of neurodivergent ways of working, connecting, and creating.

This event is funded by Scottish Book Trust and presented as part of Book Week Scotland 2025.