A trapeze accident – how science storyteller Cassandra Wye started her career

The Moon is probably one of the only places – fantastic storyteller Cassandra Wye hasn’t visited yet. We caught up with Cassandra in the run up to her ‘Fly me […]
From Winnie the Pooh to cultural leadership – introducing Tony Durcan

Following the retirement of our Chair Douglas Adamson in 2020 we are thrilled to announce that Tony Durcan has now been appointed. Tony has always been passionate about stories and […]
Bringing digital skills to the board – introducing Paulina Stachnik

Here at Settle Stories, we couldn’t do what we do without such a string team of volunteers. One very important role is that of Trustee, to govern the Charity. We […]
Adios, and Not Goodbye

Just over 18 months ago, the outgoing, confident and energetic Jessica Harris was appointed as our Sales and Communications Officer. From Leeds, to Settle – we were always slightly worried […]
Finding your Voice

Barbara Houseman strives to enable and empower people to find their voice. Whether this is developing vocal ability or gaining confidence. She is passionate about helping people to gain their […]
Story is the heart of any game

On the 30th August, video game writer and newly emerging author Greg Buchanan will be hosting an engaging event detailing the journey to creating compelling and relevant interactive fiction ‘American […]
Creative family lockdown experiences

Words of a Fiddler’s Daughter – final Folk Thursday event at Yorkshire Festival of Story Lockdown has forced many of us to spend more time with the people we live […]
Breaking down barriers and blurring boundaries with Ben Okri

Blog written by Sarah Bennett We are both very excited and incredibly lucky to have Booker Prize-winning author Ben Okri OBE with us, speaking live about his popular collection of […]
Yorkshire’s Legendary Writer

An Interview with Joanne Harris MBE One of the delights of this year’s Yorkshire Festival of Story is world renowned, Yorkshire author Joanne Harris (best known for the award-winning novel […]
A summer holiday at home

Lockdown has prevented many of us from going on holiday this summer, but it hasn’t stopped artist Rose Condo from travelling in her imagination. She has used her love of […]