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Develop your skills in crime writing: character, plot, dialogue, pacing and atmosphere. Look at what works. Writing exercises to stimulate, feedback on your work and encouragement to continue.
» Save to wishlist » Write a review of this courseDate: 8 Jun 13
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Do want to write creatively, but feel unsure of your skills with written English?
This course combines creative writing (fiction, poetry, life writing and drama) with opportunities to learn and/or revise essential points of grammar and literary concepts.
Date: 8 Apr 13 - 24 Jun 13
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Through creative games with writing and imagination, escape the constraints of the logical mind. Give yourself permission to play and generate raw material for your art.
» Save to wishlist » Write a review of this courseDate: 2 Jun 13
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Fit creative writing into your busy day: a relaxed, informal rolling programme for writers of all levels of experience who enjoy being thrown new ideas and experimenting with poetry and prose. Write in class and share with others.
» Save to wishlist » Write a review of this courseDate: 19 Apr 13 - 21 Jun 13
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Want to have a go at creative writing in a supportive atmosphere? Join one of these introductory courses. Guided exercises will give you the tools to explore language creatively and find your own writing voice.
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Not sure whether creative writing is for you? Why not give it a try over six sessions? An opportunity to find out more about using language creatively and trying it out through guided writing exercises in class and out.
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Write the script for a short film over two days while learning about the fundamentals of screenwriting through tutor input, writing exercises, group work and discussion.
» Save to wishlist » Write a review of this courseDate: 9 Jun 13 - 16 Jun 13
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Bill Bryson, Douglas Adams, PG Wodehouse and more. Enjoy some of the funniest writing of the last century and start creating some original and funny work of your own.
» Save to wishlist » Write a review of this courseDate: 9 Jun 13 - 16 Jun 13
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Develop your ideas for children's stories in a practical interactive session. Topics will include plot, characterisation and viewpoint, and how to approach the children's publishing industry today.
» Save to wishlist » Write a review of this courseDate: 9 Jun 13
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