Writing for Beginners with Nina Millns

Ref: D1D42051

Location: London
£145

Places available

About this course

Join award-winning published author and scriptwriter Nina Millns for an inclusive, comprehensive workshop to ignite inspiration, get over impostor syndrome and get you writing.

Course Description

You will explore how to generate ideas with a focus on the following:

  • Genre
  • Style and tone
  • Descriptive and sensory writing
  • Literary techniques
  • Character and setting
  • Structure and arcs
  • Jeopardy
  • Conflict and stakes
  • Tone and narrative voice
  • Action and more

Course Materials

Included

On this course the tutor will supply most of the materials including a detailed presentation on screen of notes covering all aspects of the course material including written examples.

What students need to bring

Students must supply their own note-taking material.

Available to buy

A variety of art and craft materials are available from the Garden's Gatehouse Shop.

Timetable

Student registration: 10.30am - 11am
Course teaching: 11am – 5.15pm 
Morning session: 11am - 1pm
Lunch break: 1pm - 2pm (lunch is not included)
Afternoon session: 2pm - 5.15pm (15 minute break, 3.30pm–3.45pm)
Teaching finishes: 5.15pm  
 

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