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Writing children's books (continuation)

A continuation of the 'Writing children's books' course, with a greater emphasis on story workshops. An opportunity to share and receive feedback on your writing in a constructive and supportive environment.

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Key course information

Dates
18/04/12 - 20/06/12

Day(s)
Wed

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:00 - 19:30

Fees
Full fee: £85
Senior fee: £85
Concession: £24

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HW232

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Continuation of the previous two terms on Writing for Children. There will be a chance to review aspects of children’s publishing and to undertake further work developing your own story-writing skills. There will be a particular emphasis on workshop sessions at which writers will receive practical feedback on their own work.

What topics will we cover?

Information on contemporary children’s writing and the modern day children’s publishing scene.
Practical guidance in writing for children.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- analyse your own and others’ writing effectively and sensitively
- use various writing techniques appropriate for the style/age group for which you are writing
- promote your own work further (if desired).

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

It is preferable to have completed the first two terms of Writing for children as you will now have the opportunity to put into practice some of the topics covered in the first two terms. If you haven't completed the first two terms, you
should have had some experience of a creative writing course (such as Ways into creative writing) and/or have been writing for children on your own.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

- Group discussion
- Feedback on individual writing
- Class writing exercises
- Tutor input illustrated by examples from published works

The Tutor
Lou Kuenzler attended the Writing for Children class at the City Lit 2002 - 2003, then moved onto the Writing Workshop the following year. Her first book for children, The Ugly Egg, a story for new and emerging readers, was published by Kingfisher in 2009. Since then, Lou has had a range of other titles commissioned. She has written stories, plays, and rhymes for young readers. Most recently, Lou has been asked by Orchard to produce a series of eight silly rhyme books based on Aesop’s fables.

City lit reserves the right to change course tutors or venues from those advertised in this outline. In line with our refund policy we are unable to grant a refund on the grounds of a change of tutor/venue.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Bring a notebook, paper and writing materials, enthusiasm and loads of persistence.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Students who wish to continue actively to write for children may like to join the Writing for Children Workshop, most of whose members began as students on the Writing for Children course, where works in progress are read and discussed.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.