Writing Children’s Fiction

From Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to Harry Potter, children’s fiction includes some of the best-loved novels of our time. Each week we will examine a different aspect of children's authorship, including crafting plots, creating memorable characters, writing age-appropriate prose and dialogue, and approaching publishers. Through simple exercises, the course will help develop writing skills and kick-start your journey towards becoming a children's writer, all under the guidance of a published author.

Tutor: Andrew Parrott BA MA

• Term: Spring
• Day: Tuesday
• Start Date: 21 January 2020
• Time: 7-9pm
• No. of weeks: 8
• Full fee: £65

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