Recommended by Paul Smith

What a wonderfully original piece of writing. Fluidly written and with a plot which starts hilariously, but veers into rather more disturbing consequences. A superhuman baby comes with a plethora of issues if you didn't know and Evan Baughfman illustrates this situation eloquently in this cracking play.

Never underestimate the mind of a writer, the imagination is boundless - Lee R Lawing's mind stretches further than the brain can imagine. This tale of life after the apocalypse starts with great humour and a large helping of quirkiness and builds to a climax which you just don't see coming and makes you start and send a shiver down your spine. The writing is taut, smart and so vivid. Another great piece from a great writer.

In this beautifully composed monologue, Paul Donnelly, creates a moving and utterly believable story which offers a view of the devastating result of a school shooting. The silence of the Father also speaks volumes about how grief can affect people so differently. Donnelly writes so exquisitely about human suffering; it is writing that stays with you.

A beautifully observed, poignantly told story of relationships, marriage and life. Paul Donnelly's skilful writing rings so true even if you haven't been married three times - the phrasing is spare and to the point - and that makes it a wonderfully true piece of work.

This is a smart look into the world of Big Brother where you need to consider every word you say - walls have ears! The smart way in which the protagonists find to communicate without being overheard is full of ingenuity and with some humour - though the feeling of oppression and torment is not far away. Would be great to see this on stage. A cracking piece from Rebecca Cockcroft.

A poignant and deeply touching dialogue across the generations. Rachel Feeny-Williams has crafted a wonderful little play which could act as a smart illustration of how to deal with the trauma of death and grief for old and young. How amazing it would be to see this performed with actors of the ages the characters are given. A little gem.

A beautifully constructed and told version of the story of Naomi and Ruth. John Mabey writes in an innately poetical style and creates a play of depth with carefully crafted characterisation. An unusual, tender and inspiring play.

As powerful a monologue as you could want to read. John Busser creates a fully realistic scenario and offers a devastating story which stops you in your tracks and I can only guess that in performance it will illicit silent gasps. Superb work.

You can feel the tension from the word go; Ryan Kaminski sets the scene so brilliantly and in the taut, considered use of language constructs a play which seems far longer than its 10 minutes - such is the depth of the writing. A play which stays with you and gets you in the pit of your stomach. Masterly storytelling.

Laughed? I roared! Wonderful piece from Bruce Karp - full of layers and double-meaning and all in the space of a minute - clever, funny and 'oh I wish I had written it myself' feeling. Cracking stuff!