In this article, Victoria Selman talks about her journey of becoming a writer
From brand manager to published author
When Unilever brand manager Victoria was on maternity leave, her husband asked her what she’d do if they won the lottery. “I’d become a writer,” she replied instantly. He asked what was stopping her, and she couldn’t answer…
Becoming a published writer
Moving from a fast-paced corporate environment to pursuing a career that centred around her passion for writing, Victoria followed her dreams and left her 9-5pm career in the shadows. Choosing to study Ways into Creative Writing and Developing your Creative Writing, at City Lit’s London campus, she enjoyed the flexibility of weekend courses and the vast range of topics on offer.
Studying at City Lit was the first stepping stone towards achieving my dream of being a bestselling author. I really enjoyed the critiquing sessions with my peers and was able to develop the skills I knew I already had and see my confidence blossom. My advice to budding writers is to read, read, read – the more you consume, the more you’ll learn and, if you’re passionate about something, you will succeed.
A taste of creative writing
Give creative writing a try on this fun and supportive short course. Ideal if you want to express yourself but need help in getting started. Guided exercises will encourage you to experiment and unlock your imagination.
Developing your creative writing
This supportive intermediate course for writers with some experience will provide inspiration, technical guidance and feedback on your work, as well as helping you to sustain your writing practice.
About the Author
Itai Bercovier
Itai currently works as a UX consultant with Mazaru. He was recently part of Google's conversation design advocacy and education team where he developed training materials, acted as a keynote speaker, delivered design sprints, and facilitated workshops. He holds an MSc in HCI. He previously led a successful Web Development degree programme and played an integral role, both in the UK and Europe, in the development and validation of multiple undergraduate degree programmes. This included chairing an international academic committee, managing academic departments, coordinating outreach, and overseeing students’ personal and professional development.
Learn to Write at City Lit
Whether you're just starting out or ready to publish your first book, the benefits of our writing courses include expert tuition from a published author and feedback on your work as you develop your writing skills. There will also be opportunities to participate in group discussions and activities with fellow students.
