Nocturya

The journal

Articles to help you write to a stranger: finding the first words, keeping the exchange going and writing safely.
Correspondence

How to find a pen pal

Back at school, lots of us dreamed of having a pen pal. Someone writing to you from the other side of the world and telling you about their life. Good news: it still exists, and it's even easier than before.31 October 2026, 4 min read
Safety

Online pen pal: the dangers to know, and how to avoid them

Writing to a stranger is the whole idea of Nocturya. That doesn't stop you keeping your eyes open: most bad stories begin with the same signs, and they're easy to spot once you know them.10 September 2026, 7 min read
Writing

What to write in a first letter to a stranger

Who has never frozen in front of a blank page? You know the scene: you come across a profile, you like it, you decide to take your courage in both hands, and then, disaster, you have no idea what to write.10 September 2026, 8 min read