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Writing Courses & Workshops Online & in London

Be inspired to write and learn how to get published at the college where Andrea Levy, Malorie Blackman, Anna Burns, and other celebrated authors studied. Read our success stories to see what's possible got you as a writer.

Learn from published authors

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.

Unheard Voices Scholarship

City Lit’s Malorie Blackman Scholarships for 'Unheard Voices' provide three annual awards to fund one year’s study within the Creative Writing department at City Lit. Learn more >

Watch the video: See what it's like be part a City Lit online creative writing course.

Courses available both in-person and online

We offer a range of long and short courses allowing you to choose between in-person and online learning.

Learn in the centre of London with our in-person courses. Our purpose-built facilities in Covent Garden mean we are ideally located and easy to get to. 

See our guide to online learning for more information about accessing our live online courses.

All our courses are live, interactive, and taught by expert tutors. No matter how you prefer to learn, we've got the class for you.

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  1. Ways into poetry
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    Course start date:  Thu 26 Sep 2024 (and 6 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Andrew Weale
    Relatively new to writing poetry? This inspiring course offers an opportunity to experiment with language and a variety of poetic devices alongside fellow emerging poets. Discover the key elements of a poem in a friendly and interactive class.
    Full fee £239.00 Senior fee £239.00 Concession £120.00
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    Rating:
    94% of 100
    29  Reviews Add Your Review
  2. Ways into playwriting
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    Course start date:  Thu 25 Jan 2024 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Grant Corr
    Explore the fundamental techniques of writing for the stage in this introductory course. Get to grips with dialogue, character, story and structure, and start work on your own play.
    Full fee £209.00 Senior fee £209.00 Concession £105.00
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    Rating:
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    4  Reviews Add Your Review
  3. Creative non-fiction
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    Last Few Places, Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 25 Apr 2024 (and 9 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Vicky Grut
    Explore practical and imaginative approaches to creative non fiction, including travel writing, life writing and the essay. Analyse published work, produce your own pieces, and benefit from detailed feedback.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £110.00
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  4. The 60 minute writer
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 18 Apr 2024 (and 10 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Anna Richards
    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.
    Full fee £109.00 Senior fee £109.00 Concession £55.00
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    Rating:
    96% of 100
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  5. Ways into poetry: intensive
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    Course start date:  Thu 26 Sep 2024 (and 5 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Alice Frecknall
    Relatively new to writing poetry? This shorter version of our introductory Ways into poetry course offers an opportunity to experiment with language and a variety of poetic devices alongside fellow emerging poets. Discover the key elements of a poem in a friendly and interactive class.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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  6. Getting away with murder: how to write crime fiction
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 26 Sep 2024 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Penny Joelson
    Want to write a murder mystery that will knock readers dead? On this course you'll learn how to plot a murder most horrid and develop your writing to create maximum suspense.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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    Rating:
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    3  Reviews Add Your Review
  7. Writing reviews
    Writing reviews
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 23 May 2024 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Laura Silverman
    Learn to write compelling and insightful reviews for films, books and stage performances. Develop your critical skills and ability to write in a succinct style.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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  8. Writing a memoir (continuation)
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    Course start date:  Thu 26 Sep 2024 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Julie Garton
    Some moments in our lives are so powerful they beg to be shared with the world. This continuation course guides students in developing a memoir project that will resonate and inspire.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £149.00 Senior fee £149.00 Concession £75.00
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    Rating:
    88% of 100
    5  Reviews Add Your Review
  9. Creative non-fiction: intensive
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 30 May 2024 (and 3 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Yvonne Singh
    This shorter version of our introductory creative non-writing course explores the core elements of creative non-fiction across genres such as travel writing, the personal essay and life writing.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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  10. Creative writing for learners with dyslexia
    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 30 May 2024

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Homan Yousofi
    Want to have a go at creative writing in a supportive environment? This course is designed to help you tap into your creativity and find your unique writing voice. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience of creative writing who identify as having dyslexia.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £65.00
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  11. Writing romance
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 30 May 2024 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Anna Richards
    It 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 guide students through the plotting of modern romance stories.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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  12. Biography writing
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    Course start date:  Thu 30 May 2024 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Robert Fraser
    What makes a great biography? Learn to experiment with your own life writing as you uncover the techniques and methods of this exciting genre with a professional biographer.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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  13. Ways into poetry: a gentle pace
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 30 May 2024 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Andrew Weale
    Are you brand new to writing poetry? Do you want to build your confidence in a supportive environment alongside other beginners in the craft? This gentle short course guides students taking their first steps on the path to becoming a poet.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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  14. Writing a memoir
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 6 Jun 2024 (and 4 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  Julie Garton
    Some moments in our lives are so powerful they beg to be shared with the world. This course will help you plan and craft a memoir that will resonate and inspire.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
    View all available dates
  15. Short story writing: intensive
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    Evening
    Course start date:  Thu 6 Jun 2024 (and 2 other dates)

    Location on this date:  Online

    Tutors:  KR Moorhead
    A fast-paced introduction to the art of writing short stories. In this 6-week course you will receive technical advice, creative exercises to generate ideas, and feedback to develop your writing skills.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £70.00
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