A Beginner’s Guide to Writing a Novel

If you have a novel in your head but are overwhelmed by the idea of writing it, this one-day course will help you to begin. Focusing on the first 20,000 words, we'll explore the basic skills you need to write that opening section: how to plan and organise ideas; create compelling characters; and pose intriguing questions to keep your readers interested. We'll look at how to deliver information without becoming boring and ask: how do you keep motivated to go beyond 20,000 words?

Tutor: Sue Cooper MA

Term: Summer

Day: Saturday

Time: 10am-4.30pm

Start Date: 22 June 2024

No. of weeks: 1

Full fee: £52 

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