Novels and short stories
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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Write a short story in a weekend
Course Date: Sat 19 May 2018
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 -
Edit like an expert
Course Date: Sat 19 May 2018
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: £59.00 -
Beyond Elizabeth Bennet: writing the modern-day romance
Course Date: Wed 23 May 2018
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: £109.00Senior fee: £109.00Concession: £44.00 -
Novel plotting workshop
Course Date: Sun 27 May 2018
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 'Introduction to novel plotting'.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £76.00 -
Crime writing: an introduction
Course Date: Sat 16 Jun 2018
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 -
Autobiography into fiction
Course Date: Sat 16 Jun 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetLearn how to turn real-life experiences into gripping fiction. Develop your writing and explore techniques for transforming personal stories into written narratives, realistic or fantastical.Full fee: £59.00Senior fee: £59.00Concession: £24.00 -
How to write a novel synopsis
Course Date: Sun 24 Jun 2018
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 -
Novel writing
Course Date: Mon 16 Apr 2018
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 -
Advanced critical workshop: masterclass
Course Date: Mon 16 Apr 2018 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: FRA - Fashion Retail AcademyThis intensive and advanced critical workshop is open to just ten students enrolled through a selection process. Thanks to the exclusivity of this course, students will receive in-depth feedback on their novel or short stories. Students will also benefit from detailed group discussions on the art of fiction.Full fee: £299.00Senior fee: £299.00Concession: £299.00 -
Short story writing
Course Date: Tue 17 Apr 2018 (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 -
Story development workshop
Course Date: Wed 18 Apr 2018
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetWould you like help developing your big idea? Before you get stuck into the hard slog of a long-term writing project, make sure you have all the right ingredients and gain invaluable feedback in this workshop.Full fee: £189.00Senior fee: £189.00Concession: £76.00 -
Writing fiction
Course Date: Mon 16 Apr 2018 (and 2 other dates)
Location on this date: KS - Keeley StreetDevelop your writing with confidence on this course, as we explore character, structure and plot development on the journey to producing quality fiction.Full fee: £179.00Senior fee: £179.00Concession: £72.00 -
Advanced critical workshop for creative writers
Course Date: Tue 17 Apr 2018 (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