Fiction Writing Courses
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.
- Craft focus: novel plotting workshop (advanced)
Course start date: Sun 5 Jun 2022Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Jonathan BarnesIf you have made a start on your novel, but need help getting it into shape, this course provides a flexible template that will help you to overcome the obstacles ahead.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £199.00 Senior fee £199.00 Concession £80.00 - Writing romanceCourse start date: Thu 9 Jun 2022
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Rebecca FerrierIt 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 £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £52.00 - Write a short story in a weekendCourse start date: Sat 25 Jun 2022
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Maria ThomasTurn your great idea into a short story on this fun practical course. Through a series of inspiring exercises, you'll be introduced to some key fiction writing techniques and encouraged to draft a short story from beginning to end in two days. Suitable for beginners who are comfortable learning at a fast pace. Please note - this course includes a 2-hour break from 12:30-14:30 each day.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £40.00 - Craft focus: how to edit your novelCourse start date: Sat 16 Jul 2022
Location on this date: Online
As the saying goes: books aren't written - they're rewritten. Learn the different ways into the editing process and how to polish your novel in this short course for writers ready to find a readership.
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.Full fee £99.00 Senior fee £99.00 Concession £40.00 - How to write a short storyCourse start date: Mon 18 Jul 2022 (and 1 other date)
Location on this date: Keeley Street (other locations are available)
Tutors: Vicky GrutThrough a series of inspiring and practical exercises, you'll be encouraged to tap into your imagination and draft a short story from beginning to end in this supportive short course.Full fee £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £52.00 - Advanced fiction writing workshopCourse start date: Tue 26 Apr 2022
Location on this date: Keeley Street
Tutors: Mary FlanaganFor 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 £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £88.00 - Getting away with murder: how to write crime fictionCourse start date: Tue 24 May 2022
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Sophie McKenzieWant 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 £129.00 Senior fee £129.00 Concession £52.00
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