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Master the Craft: Writing Workshops
Join a like-minded community of individuals coming together to celebrate writing!
It doesn't matter where you are on your journey. You'll get something out of these workshops - be that the confidence to start or the motivation to continue.
It's a chance for you to step out of your comfort zone and practice all types of writing, helping you to turn on that tap of creativity.
I'll give you the tools to gain new perspectives, challenge yourself, and step out of your box.
The Novice to Novelist workshops will give you the teaching, feedback, and support you deserve, with at least three interactive writing exercises or prompts.
Write Boldly: Why You Should Join Us
Each month, we focus on a different creative writing topic in a learning environment that is collaborative, relaxed, and fun.
It includes teaching, thought-provoking prompts and exercises, and collaborative group efforts that you can use as practice or take with you and expand into something more. You'll even get a chance to ask for advice if you're stuck on your own larger projects.
I run several workshops each month, both face-to-face and online. See below for details and topics.
Reservation isn't required, but it is recommended. Places are limited!
Each month is a new month. The workshops don't follow on from each other, so you can drop in and out at will - but the more you attend, the more you'll get out of them.
The La Loge Sagrolle Workshop
Setting & Description
Description doesn’t just paint a picture; it sets the mood. That’s why setting and descriptions of setting are such powerful tools for writers. In this workshop, we’ll explore why setting matters and how it can do far more than tell us where a story takes place. Together, we’ll look at the many ways writers can use setting to reflect theme, deepen character, shape plot, evoke emotion, and more.
Jard'Art,
2 La Loge Sagrolle,
Urciers,
36160
October 23rd,
2pm-4pm
The La Souterraine Workshop
Creating a Hook
This month at La Souterraine, we'll look at some of the best ways to hook a reader into a story, whether it's a novel, a short story, a piece of creative non-fiction, or even a news article. We'll discuss some famous opening lines and how you can create a memorable opening for your story, and we'll experiment with different types of story starters so that you can find one that works for you.
La Souterraine English Library,
10 Rue du Portail,
La Souterraine,
23300
October 27th,
5pm-7pm
The Gouzon Workshop
Building a Narrative
This month, we’re diving into what makes a story work. From the very first hook to that satisfying final moment, we’ll explore the Seven-Point Plot together, discussing each key stage and shaping our own stories as we go. Whether you’re writing fiction or non-fiction, you’ll leave with a clear sense of structure, new confidence, and the sturdy bones of your own story ready to flesh out.
Costin & Castille,
ZA Bellevue,
Gouzon, 23230
November 6th,
2pm-4pm
The Aigurande Workshop
Creating a Hook
This month at Aigurande, we’re exploring what makes an opening truly irresistible. From novels and short stories to creative non-fiction and news pieces, we’ll look at how to hook a reader from the very first line. Together, we’ll study some of the most memorable openings in literature and experiment with a variety of story starters, helping you discover the perfect beginning for your own piece.
Serendipite,
9 Place de la Promenade,
Aigurande,
36140
November 10th,
1pm-3pm
Want to know more about the workshops and what we get up to? Send me an email or find me on Facebook, and we can talk it through.