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Derby, Derbyshire
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- Posted
- 43 days ago
- Event Date
- 01 Sep 2025
Description
A Writers' Life
Four-week course with Dr Charlotte Baker
Tickets £45
Mondays September 1st to September 22nd, 7pm-8:30pm
This four week course will break down the some of the attributes required to succeed as a writer. The aim of each of these sessions is to not only build upon the last, but to develop a new skill that could potentially serve as revenue of income. There will also be a few guest speakers featured throughout.
Week One: Non-fiction Writing - this session examines how to write and pitch non-fiction work as well as shortcuts for the researching process.
Week Two: Fictional Writing - this session examines how to write and pitch fictional work, including finding and approaching publishers, agents and understanding the self-publishing route.
Week Three: Creativity, Organisation and Inspiration - this session focuses on the creative process, building a habit and methods to provide continuous inspiration.
Week Four: Let's Talk - A 1:1 with the tutor to talk through your specific needs and interests in building your career as a writer.
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