Sundays:
January 19, 26;
February 2, 16, 23;
March 9, 16, 23, 30
STORY STRUCTURE
An intensive 8-week novel-writing course Led by novelist, filmmaker and finalist for The Commonwealth Prize, Carole Enahoro.
This intensive workshop is rarely offered to novelists but teaches you the principles of story design, focusing on narrative form rather than formula. This is a course for those who have begun or completed a novel/novella, writers who are stuck, or starters with a strong idea for a fiction project.
We begin by examining narrative structure, act configuration and character arcs. You will learn about plotting out your narrative; point of view; the hook and elevator pitch; intensifying or releasing conflict using pacing, peaks, and valleys (dialogue/action, description/reflection); how to deal with the giant soufflé in the middle of your novel; adding weight through theme using place, language, and style; subplot structure; and action to page count analysis.
Finally, tips and tricks for remaining motivated, creating time for writing, and approaching agents. Includes pre-course work, exercises during the week, and workshopping sections of your own writing (structural or character elements) with your colleagues.
More information: caroleenahoro.com
11am–2.30pm / The Write Place / £500
1st Saturday of the month
Lawless: freewriting and art journaling
A workshop for writers who love experimentation. Mix freewriting with mixed media art to produce a multi-sensory, rule-breaking art journal.
Maximum 9 attendees.
With Educator and fiction writer Carole Enahoro.
10am–1pm / The Write Place Chat Room /
£35 per session, including materials
(10% member discount – use code ‘TWPMember’)
25 January 2025
Joyful Writing
The Magic Quill, in partnership with The Write Place, presents this workshop for 16-18-year-olds who would like to have fun with creative writing. Rediscover the wonder and delight of writing with this workshop focused on developing confidence and creativity, through games, challenges and exercises, all centred around making writing a joyful, magical experience! No experience required. Instagram: @themagicquill. Led by local author and ex-teacher Clemency Brown.
10am-12pm / The Write Place / £10
Monthly Sundays
Second Sunday Supercharged Writing
A monthly write-in at The Write Place. The Pomodoro Technique can send your productivity through the roof! Write in 25-minute focussed sessions, separated by short breaks. Carole will guide you through the day and explain how the technique can help you to focus and write lots of lovely words. Just bring an idea of what you want to write and your laptop.
With Educator and fiction writer Carole Enahoro.