Novels & Short Story Writing Courses in London
Explore character, structure and plot development on the journey to producing quality fiction. All kinds of narrative fiction, long and short, are supported on our wide range of courses. Whether you want to get your great idea down on paper or are already writing and redrafting, we have a course that will suit your level. All our writing courses are taught by practicing writers.
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Masterclass: fiction workshop
Course Date: Mon 29 Apr 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis intensive fiction workshop is open by selective application to a maximum of ten fiction writers working at the advanced and professional levels. You will receive rigorous constructive feedback on your novel or short story as you develop it with a view to publication, and participate in detailed tutor-led discussions on advanced elements of fictional craft. Please note: the deadline for applications has now passed.Full fee: £289.00Senior fee: £289.00Concession: £289.00 -
Starting your novel
Course Date: Mon 29 Apr 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetGot a great idea for a novel? Jump start your project in this supportive course that covers craft basics such as character and plot. Ideal for writers of fiction with some experience who have an idea for a novel.Full fee: £179.00Senior fee: £179.00 -
Short story writing
Course Date: Tue 30 Apr 2019 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademyA hands-on introduction to the art of writing short stories. You will receive technical advice, creative exercises to generate ideas, and feedback from an experienced author.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £76.00 -
Writing fiction
Course Date: Tue 30 Apr 2019 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademyDevelop your writing with confidence on this course, as we explore character, structure and plot development on the journey to producing quality fiction.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £76.00 -
Flash fiction
Course Date: Thu 2 May 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetA sideways glance: succinct, powerful. Experiment with telling stories in 500-600 words.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £76.00 -
Advanced critical workshop: fiction
Course Date: Thu 2 May 2019 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetFor experienced writers, this supportive but rigorous workshop offers the perfect opportunity to develop your novel or short story. Receive in-depth feedback and benefit from detailed group discussions on the art of fiction.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £76.00 -
Autobiography into fiction
Course Date: Sat 4 May 2019 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis one-day course will introduce you to some techniques for transforming personal experience into fiction or poetry. You will have the opportunity to improve your writing skills, analyse samples of life-writing and fiction and engage in exercises on developing your story sense. The challenges around using autobiographical material in fiction will be discussed.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Developing your novel
Course Date: Mon 13 May 2019 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetHave you started work on your novel? This course is ideal if you are an experienced creative writer and want to explore the principles of novel writing in a supportive workshop environment.Full fee: £179.00Senior fee: £179.00Concession: £72.00 -
Craft focus: edit like an expert
Course Date: Sun 26 May 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis one-day workshop teaches essential editing skills for writers who are self-publishing or submitting their work to editors for consideration.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Beyond Elizabeth Bennet: writing modern-day romance fiction
Course Date: Thu 30 May 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIt is a truth universally acknowledged that a writer in possession of a single pen can compose an unforgettable romance novel. This six-week course will chaperone students through the plotting of modern romance stories.Full fee: £119.00Senior fee: £119.00Concession: £48.00 -
Write a short story in a weekend
Course Date: Sat 1 Jun 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThrough a series of inspiring and practical exercises, you'll be encouraged to tap into your imagination and draft a story from beginning to end in two days.Full fee: £99.00Senior fee: £99.00Concession: £40.00 -
Writing historical fiction
Course Date: Mon 3 Jun 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetIs there a historical event, or maybe even in a period in time that you think is rich in great stories? Ever wondered how writers like Hillary Mantel, Phillipa Gregory and C.J. Sansom do it? Dig into the past for inspiration on this course and learn how to create historical fiction that speaks vividly to its period and to a contemporary readership.Full fee: £119.00Senior fee: £119.00Concession: £48.00 -
Crime writing: an introduction
Course Date: Sat 8 Jun 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop your skills in crime writing and explore the techniques behind character, plot, dialogue, pacing and atmosphere. Benefit from stimulating writing exercises, feedback and encouragement.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
Craft intensive: novel plotting workshop
Course Date: Sun 9 Jun 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetAn advanced course for those seriously engaged in writing a novel, you will look in greater depth at the mythic theory of plotting. The class atmosphere is supportive, but candid and serious. Please enrol only if you have completed 'Craft focus: novel plotting in depth'.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £76.00 -
How to write a novel synopsis
Course Date: Sun 23 Jun 2019
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetThis one-day workshop teaches students how to write a synopsis of their completed manuscript, an essential requirement of submitting to agents and publishers.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00
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