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Writing for Children

Live courses. Real people

Whether you choose to learn online or in person, you’ll get the same interactive experience. On our online courses, every class is delivered live via Zoom. Nothing is ever pre-recorded.

Learn from experts

All our courses are taught by published authors. They will be on-hand at every stage, delivering the course and providing you with guidance and feedback.

Join a creative community

Our courses are not just about writing. You will learn how to give and receive feedback too. Use this as an opportunity to interact with like-minded writers and build each other up.

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  1. Plot your children's novel in two days
    Woman sitting at a desk in a classroom, reading a sheet of paper
    Weekend
    Course start date:  Sat 4 Jun 2022

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Sophie McKenzie
    You’re a writer with some experience and a great idea for a children’s novel, but plotting is the thing that lets you down. Spend two days in this interactive workshop, learning about structure and developing your idea into a compelling plot.
    Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £40.00
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  2. Picture book writing
    Crayons in a jar and an illustrated page
    Course start date:  Mon 6 Jun 2022 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Online (other locations are available)

    Tutors:  Andrew Weale
    Would you like to write a picture book text for young children? This course is designed for children's writers and for illustrators wishing to write their own stories; a starter course to develop both your ideas and your technique.



    This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
    Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £52.00
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  3. Picture book writing: advanced
    Crayons in a jar and an illustrated page
    Course start date:  Wed 8 Jun 2022 (and 1 other date)

    Location on this date:  Keeley Street

    Tutors:  Lou Kuenzler
    Would you like to workshop, edit and polish your picture book texts for young children? This course is designed for advanced picture book writers wishing to hone their skills and improve their own stories.
    Full fee £159.00 Senior fee £159.00 Concession £64.00
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