GET
lIT!
GET LIT! is our monthly literary offer building on the legacy of our fabulous author talks with @WhatSarahReadNext.
GET LIT! is as wild and multi-faceted as we are - think author talks with a workshop twist, poetry readings, creative writing sessions, speaking Shakespeare workshops we are going to explore literature in all its forms.
These events are created for everyone, we want them to be inclusive, participatory and fun!
How do our words change when we speak them? What shifts when we write for the ear, not just the eye? Have you ever wanted to feel more confident sharing your words out loud? In this workshop, we’ll explore how to move from the page to the voice.
Whether you're a seasoned poet or just curious about spoken word, Kyla will guide you through simple techniques to take your writing from silent reading to spoken expression.
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Through playful prompts, practical guidance, and low-pressure performance tools, we’ll explore rhythm, pause, and presence to help your words land. This workshop welcomes quiet writers, curious beginners, and anyone who’s ever said “I’m not a poet but…” You don’t need to have performed before—just bring your words and an open mind.
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Led by writer and spoken word artist Kyla Jardine, this GET LIT! session offers a mix of guided writing, creative experimentation, and optional sharing. You’ll leave with a piece you’ve written and the confidence to speak it out loud.
No experience in poetry, performance or public speaking needed.
BOOK A TICKET
We operate a sliding fee scale to make our events as accessible as possible. This month, we have more in the pot so can offer these sessions at a lower rate- Whoohoooo!
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£15 ticket - PAY IT FORWARD
This costs a bit more but supports us to offer our concessionary tickets
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£7 ticket - This ticket has been subsidised by our fab funders
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£4 ticket - This ticket has been subsided by our fab founders
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kyla
jardine
Hi, I’m Kyla (she/her). I’m a writer, poet, and spoken word artist with a deep love of language and a lifelong curiosity about how stories shape who we are. Alongside my work at Afri-Co-Lab, I also run The Creative State, a coaching practice where I support creatives who make, think, and tell stories in many forms. I help them reconnect with their voice and move through resistance with more clarity, joy, and purpose. My background spans two decades in strategic communications, working across media, publishing, and higher education before moving into consultancy. I’ve helped organisations refine their brand storytelling and build more meaningful connections with their audiences. Whether I’m writing, coaching, or collaborating, my work centres creativity, community, and self-expression. I believe in making space for people to explore who they are — and the work that matters to them — on their own terms.
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