Online & Local Workshops

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

Weaving Meaning: Theme & Symbolism in Your Story

What is your story really about beneath the surface? In this workshop, we’ll explore how theme and symbolism add depth and resonance to your writing — and how to use them naturally, without forcing or overthinking.

2 La Loge Sagrolle,
Urciers,
36160

April 23rd,

2pm-4pm

The La Souterraine Workshop

Deliciously Wicked: Writing Great Villains

The best villains aren’t evil for the sake of it — they believe they’re right. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to craft complex, compelling antagonists who challenge your protagonist and keep your readers hooked.

La Souterraine English Library,
10 Rue du Portail,
La Souterraine,
23300

April 27th,

5pm-7pm

The Gouzon Workshop

Backstory Without the Info Dump: How to Feed in Character and World History Naturally

Backstory matters, but too much, too soon can stall your story. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to layer in character and world history naturally, so it feels effortless, engaging, and alive on the page — without the dreaded info-dump.

Costin & Castille,
ZA Bellevue,
Gouzon, 23230

May 7th,
2pm-4pm

Costin & Castille,
ZA Bellevue,
Gouzon, 23230

The Aigurande Workshop

So... You Want to Write a Book.

If you’ve always wanted to try writing but haven’t taken the first step, this is for you. A gentle, no-pressure workshop designed to help you get started and discover what you’re capable of.

This free taster session is open to complete beginners — no experience needed, just curiosity. Spaces are limited to 8 people to keep things relaxed, personal, and supportive.

Serendipite,
9 Place de la Promenade,
Aigurande,
36140

May 14th,

10am-midday

Ready to reach your writing goals?

Get in touch!

vicky@novicetonovelist.com