Best selling genre author Jasper Fforde visits Swindon, the town of his fictional detective Thursday Next, to deliver a one day masterclass on the art and craft of writing. Suitable for writers of all abilities, whether just starting or with a full novel under your belt, the workshop will look ... Read More
Tag: Writing
05
Apr2016
This friendly and informal group will look at creative writing techniques. We’ll use simple and enjoyable exercises to help you begin to write your own stories, poetry and memoirs. The sessions are suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience.
Dates: 10 am to 12pm, Friday 22 April, 29 ... Read More
5th April 2016Literature Works
20
Aug2018
This is a fun workshop for people looking to explore options in their lives. We will learn how to begin a journal, with free-intuitive writing exercises and discussion about our insights.
Benefits from journalling include:
• a healthful release for feelings and tensions
• a place to advise oneself, clarify goals, and make ... Read More
20th August 2018Alex Cluness
30
Jan2019
Are you looking to start writing your novel and need help getting words down on the page? Perhaps you are half way through your story and are finding it difficult to get to the end. Could you use some useful hints and tips to maintain a regular writing practice?
The Structuring ... Read More
30th January 2019Alex Cluness
01
Feb2019
Sparks and Flames
Using research to inspire and enrich your writing
Saturday 16th Feb 2019 10am-1pm
In this half day masterclass you will discover ways to make your research work for you. Find out how how effective research can fuel your writing, making it all rich and delicious and fiery. Take a look ... Read More
1st February 2019Alex Cluness
06
Feb2019
Alex began his writing career with the dark, gripping thrillers ‘Cut to the Bone’ and ‘First to Die’. His latest book ‘Bollywood Wives’, released February 2019, is the first in a three book series about the glamorous, sexy, thrilling world of the biggest movie stars and their hidden secrets. Join ... Read More
6th February 2019Alex Cluness
11
Apr2019
WriteClub - The Ideas Generator
Monday 3rd June 2019 7-8:30pm
This drop-in session is ideal for recharging and kickstarting your writing ideas. Come and get words flowing, work through blocks, discover fresh projects and generally enjoy writing in the company of some damn fine writerly companions.
We'll guide you through some fabulously devised ... Read More
11th April 2019Alex Cluness
19
Sep2019
WriteClub - Writing Resolutions
Saturday 11th Jan 2019 10am-2pm
Make 2020 your year of writing. Whether you want to write a novel, a screenplay, the story of your life, or simply want to start journalling, this workshop will set you on the right track.
Work with experienced facilitator, mentor and writer, Alison Powell, ... Read More
19th September 2019Alex Cluness
19
Sep2019
Work in Progress
HOURS Space, Bristol
Thursdays Jan 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, Feb 6th and 13th
7-9pm
This series of six weekly sessions is designed to help you develop a piece of creative prose writing - flash fiction, short stories and novels all welcome.
With regular meetings, small workshop groups and (super strict!) deadlines, we'll ... Read More
19th September 2019Alex Cluness
04
Feb2020
The new Writers’ Weekend takes place from 10-12 July, 2020 at the University of Winchester and offers a wide range of workshops, talks and networking opportunities for those writing in all genres, at all levels. Attendees can book up to five one-to-one appointments with top literary agents to pitch ideas ... Read More
4th February 2020Alex Cluness