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. 

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  1. 5.0
    Create your first poetry collection
    You'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.

    Online

    Tue 17 Nov 2026 (and 1 other date)
    Megan Beech
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00
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    5.0
    How to get an agent
    This intensive workshop offers students insider, need-to-know information on securing a literary agent.

    Keeley Street

    Sat 5 Dec 2026 (and 2 other dates)
    Rosie Chard
    Full fee £79.00 Senior fee £79.00 Concession £51.00
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  3. 4.8
    How to get published
    So 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.

    Online

    Tue 16 Feb 2027 (and 1 other date)
    Neil Arksey
    Full fee £179.00 Senior fee £179.00 Concession £116.00
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