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A short story with a twist by one of our talented group members...

**Competition winner** Charlotte Cleary from Robert Smyth Academy captivated us all with their brilliant reimagining of Cinderella, transforming the ending in an unforgettable way...

You may have noticed our unusually unusual word of the issue in the magazine - hootenanny. If you want to know more, read on!...

In October last year, myself and other Welland Park Academy students from Years 8 and 9 went on a two-night educational history trip to explore World War I sites and memorials...

Let your imagination and artistic talents run wild with out latest creative briefs...

**Competition winner** An evocative poem that beautifully captures the emotions and resilience of being alone on an uncharted island - congratulations!

A lone survivor on a deserted island befriends animals, overcomes fear, and ignites hope before rescue arrives...

This poem provides inspiration to cherish and respect the vital role water plays in our lives as it connects history, and art and unites oceans, lakes, and rivers in beauty, survival, and harmony...

Stranded on an island, a lone survivor uncovers clues to its past and finds unexpected rescue...

Are you Year 9 and needing to choose your GCSE options soon? Take a read of Chloe's article which provides an excellent overview of how she is thinking about her own choices...

We hope you had a fantastic Christmas break and feel refreshed. We have some inspiration for New Year's resolutions along with a bit of history on New Year...

One of our entries for the competition created a cartoon strip depicting Manny and the mystery of blood island....

A lone survivor awakens on a deserted island, haunted by questions, injuries, and a mysterious, battered boat...

Lucy and Jude uncover Dragonback Island's secret as a living dragon, soaring skyward in a breathtaking, life-altering adventure...

One of our Speak Out group members has put together some top tips on staying safe this Halloween. Take a read before you go out trick or treating.....

Did you know that the word “witch” comes from the Old English wicce, meaning “wise woman"? Find out more fun facts about Halloween....

A scientist defies protocol, unleashing a dangerous creation that could either save or destroy humanity...

A remorseful survivor navigates a devastated battlefield, haunted by guilt and sorrow, surrounded by death and destruction they caused...

A three-week family road trip through Europe featured stunning scenery, snorkeling, fishing, and close encounters with lightning...

This poem urges us to take responsibility for reducing waste and protecting the planet to ensure a sustainable future....

**Competition winner** Standing up for what’s right can lead to unintended consequences...

**Competition winner** A moment of chaos unfolds as a city is destroyed, blending fear, disaster, and overwhelming silence...

The story follows Karley, who sabotages her friend's job application out of desperation, only to face tragic consequences on 9/11...

A prank gone wrong turns into a devastating fire, leaving Zaki to face the consequences of his actions...

A poem about hidden toxicity in friendships, where jealousy erodes trust and chips away confidence...

An emotional journey, blending humour and heartache, a must-read book.....

**Competition winner** Follow 'The Missing Person' on a journey through loss, hope, and the search for truth....

The search for Jane Brown uncovers a web of mysteries, sparking community speculation and intrigue...

Amid school lockdown, friends play a game until the reality of the truth unfolds...

Amy Robins' mysterious return captivates the world, prompting questions of fate, reality, and unravelled mysteries...

A person wakes up alone in a field, facing isolation and panic as the harsh light of day kicks in....

A mother's search for her vanished daughter shatters illusions, leading to a heart-wrenching revelation...

A gripping tale unfolds as Maven seeks her missing friend's diary, uncovering secrets that lead to a chilling discovery...

A woman grapples with her sister's disappearance until finding solace in the unexpected...

Lucy's friend Isabella goes missing after a night out and panic ensues....

Follow a mysterious disappearance in the woods, where secrets unravel and suspicions rise in the twilight...

Delve into the chilling mystery of Harry McDoughal's disappearance, where magic meets danger in the snowy wilderness...

Len Thompson, the last survivor of the Great Mary disaster, warns readers of impending peril in this chilling narrative...

A princess encounters a witch's prophecy, leading to an unexpected twist of fate

Her deep blue eyes reflect her sadness, like pools of crystal water, sitting still, deep in a cave never explored...

A beautiful poem about a girl with a stutter and how it empowers her to be strong and an inspiration to others...

Do you ever feel like you're just here, just here to be a background character? Like you're invisible to the rest of your school, to the rest of the world...

It has been a mere three years, yet I think she is moving on and I’m fading away...

The glowing dashboard of my car blinks insistently at me as I force my eyes down to the untouched accelerator pedal...

An entry from one of the thought-provoking Remembrance Day poems submitted by Welland Park Academy...

An entry from one of the thought-provoking Remembrance Day poems submitted by Welland Park Academy...

An entry from one of the thought-provoking Remembrance Day poems submitted by Welland Park Academy...

An entry from one of the thought-provoking Remembrance Day poems submitted by Welland Park Academy...

An entry from one of the thought-provoking Remembrance Day poems submitted by Welland Park Academy...

An entry from one of the thought-provoking Remembrance Day poems submitted by Welland Park Academy...

A poem to give you inspiration and hope when times feel dark...

When they found my body – or rather, my machine – I was new, perfectly crafted, surrounded by tools, wires, and the occasional unnecessary kidney or bladder...

In English we have read the novel Martyn Pig by Kevin Brooks. We really enjoyed the gripping, gritty and dark plot, with its many twists and interesting narration....

To whom it may concern {basically whoever finds this diary} Oh no! I feared this day would come for my whole life! I am in hiding now but I think I will be safe for now...

Climbing the ladder to becoming a doctor is hard. I would know...and 9 times out of 10 you don’t end up becoming the Meredith Grey-esque person 12-year-old you dreamed of being....

At first this circus was fun and thrilling, we didn't have freakish features, only makeup and props...

My name is Oliver Grundy. Everyone knows my name. Everyone knows my face....but if you were to look at me on an odd day in 1987, you wouldn’t recognise me....

2023 Kitty Mayworth stared up at the moon, pondering the knowledge its pearly depths held.....

Everything changes after a storm, when strange green lightning and powerful thunder crash down on the town....

As I approached the sturdy conservatory door, I tried to not pay attention to the withering garden infesting the house’s back...

I opened my eyes, heavy with exhaustion after the effort of attempting to arrive here at all. It seemed so exciting at first....

I love living on the moon! So many pretty sights. We’re all like one big happy family living up here and you can always find someone to lend a hand....

It was like a real dream. I was at Harry Potter World, again. I could feel my heart beating in my chest....

I was walking along the dark street. Plop, plop went the raindrops as they splashed into the ever growing puddles. I lifted my head....

What would you like?...a burger or a hotdog? I would like it to not be a Monday.

As soon as I touched the pillow with my head it all went black…

Why am I here? I could have picked any day, but why this one? 3rd May 2019...

I thought I was in Paris with the Eiffel Tower but I can't be.....guess where this is...

Today was supposed to be my final violin exam. I would have been tuning and re-tuning and re-tuning again....

A thought-provoking and beautiful poem about being human. About Us.

A satirical creative writing piece on the toxic lessons that are taught from such a young age. 

Maybe you’ve just had a difficult day, or you just need a pick-me-up. Whatever the situation, give this a quick read.

A thank you letter to the diversely talented and fun Florence Pugh.

A letter to experienced children's author Dr Seuss who has written so many excellent books.

If a letter could be sent to all those affected by the war in Ukraine, this is how it would read.

Fond memories of a dear grandad in a letter that won't be sent but this is what it would say.

Read this short story where Stacey meets her younger self - a girl who thinks she is in love but yet to see what life can do to a person. Could she have done things differently?

A modern take on the classic fairy tale, Cinderella.

I knew the beasts power, the beast that lay inside of me. I was a slave to it, I couldn’t overcome it....

A modern take on the classic Beauty and the Beast fairytale.

A modern take on the classic fairy tale, The Glass Slipper.

You say times have changed, but why do I still not have the freedom to be free?

He was a slave to his anger, imprisoned by his rage. He warned them but would they listen? Read on if you dare.

It's never too late to start that bucket list you had for the new year. Here are some ideas to inspire you.