Professional development courses for writers
Looking to get published or turn your writing into a full-time career? Our range of professional development courses for writers will help you to navigate the world of agents, publishers, pitches and royalties, so you'll have the knowledge you need to give your book the best chance of succeeding in a competitive marketplace. Online and face-to-face courses are available.
- How to get published
Course start date: Tue 17 Feb 2026 (and 1 other date)Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Neil ArkseySo you've finished your manuscript. What's next? This short course provides guidance in submitting novels and non-fiction books to agents and publishers, and helps you to tailor your work to maximise its potential in the marketplace.Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £80.00 - How to get an agent Course start date: Sat 21 Mar 2026 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Rosie ChardThis intensive workshop offers students insider, need-to-know information on securing a literary agent.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £40.00 - Create your first poetry collection Course start date: Sat 30 May 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Megan BeechYou've written and workshopped your poetry, and now you're ready to create your first collection. But where do you begin with that process? This workshop offers instruction and advice on putting together your first poetry collection.Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £40.00
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