From the author of THE COMING DARKNESS trilogy and THE MAISIE COOPER MYSTERIES, this comprehensive, whole-day workshop will teach you how to develop and structure an entire novel – plot, characters, locations, time-period, suspense, twists and clever endings.

Topics will include: an inspiring exploration of wonderful dramatic dates and locations; devising compelling characters; generating a complex plot; balancing subplots; using real life as inspiration; surprise twists and fulfilling reveals; convincing endings.

The day will end with a question-and-answer session where you can raise issues specific to your own writing.

What students need to bring

A laptop and/or notepad and pen

Available to buy

A good variety of art and craft materials are available to buy in the Gardens Gatehouse Shop.

Additional information

Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes). ACCESS If you have any specific access needs, we will need to know about your access requirements in advance. Please tell us about your needs in confidence by emailing: [email protected] This venue has steps to the front reception, with limited access via a side gate to the ground floor. There is a small lift to higher floors or stairs.

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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