Darkly atmospheric stories perfect for reading on a cold winter's night.   Chalk Circle's new book, Strata 3: Shifting Tides, received an enthusiastic reception at its launch on 20th November 2025. Around sixty guests came to the John Harvey Tavern in Lewes to meet the authors, hear readings from the book and raise a glass to its success. It was also an honour to welcome John Vernon Lord, V&A Illustrator of the Year 2018, the illustrator of our brilliant and inspiring

From gritty realism to the eerily supernatural, the hope of new beginnings to the drama of tragice ends. Chalk Circle Writers are thrilled to announce the publication of STRATA 3 - Shifting Tides, a gripping collection of twenty-two stories from seven Sussex-based authors. Featuring the brilliant and inspiring artwork of John Vernon Lord, V&A Illustrator of the Year 2018.

Chalk Circle books go on on sale at book launch of 'Shadows on the Path' Short Story Anthology.

Chalk Circle Writers prepare for new book launch, read extracts, preview illustrations.

Chalk Circle announce publication of Shadows on the Path, a new anthology of short stories on 16th October 2021.

Judy and her writing were always full of life - Stuart Condie remembers Chalk Circle member Judith Bruce who sadly died on 23 May 2020

It just got a whole lot easier to buy one of our books or enter our fiction competition.

Share your writing, inspired by this time of self-isolation.

John Vernon Lord's startling front cover artwork features tadpoles, a computer keyboard and a frog!

We were joined at the beautiful Ditchling Barn by over 70 guests - the atmosphere was terrific.

Charlotte Gann, Editor of Viva Lewes Magazine interviews Danielle Sensier.

Busy week, getting read for a toast!

First Chalk Circle flash fiction anthology goes to print.