| Starts 31 July 2024 |
Have you written a book or nearly finished one, but are not sure of the next steps? You must include certain ‘other’ pages to complete your book. In this course, we cover all the other relevant pages required. We write them and polish them ready to add into your book!
| Starts 31 July 2024 |
You may have a great story but if your characters are flat and uninteresting your listeners will find your story dull. If your lead protagonist isn’t generating empathy, then no one cares what happens to them. Character Development covers every aspect of character building; from developing charismatic and believable people, to making sure they work holistically to drive the narrative forward in realistic ways.
| Starts 30 July 2024 |
Learn how writing can be very beneficial for your health. In this workshop, you will connect with your personal story and receive the stress-relieving and health benefits of writing that story. Come see how Sue’s method combines life coaching, personal transformation, and an approach to living that makes every moment sacred. Disclaimer* Due to the nature of this course, there may occasionally be inclusion of sensitive material discussed (i.e. themes surrounding the content of participants personal stories.). By registering in this course, a student is understood to have given their informed consent to this exposure.
| Starts 29 July 2024 |
In this beginner's writing course, you will learn the rudiments of writing short stories and novels with a view towards publication. Learn about creating believable characters and compelling plots with a professional writer.
| Starts 22 June 2024 |
Do you have the urge to write but not sure what? With the help of an award-winning author and through a series of writing exercises, we will explore various areas of creative writing from short stories, popular fiction, narrative non-fiction, memoir, poetry. We will focus on how to jump start your imagination, why not all ideas make for great stories, plus discuss plotting, characters and structure. As the title says, it’s a bootcamp, so come prepared to write every lesson!
| Starts 29 June 2024 |
Writing your memoirs will lead you into emotionally difficult territory. However it can also be a therapeutic and beneficial experience demanding emotional honesty and bravery. How much of what you write will be the truth? And how do you select what to write about? Be prepared for a complex journey of self-discovery and soul-searching. In “Writing Your Memoir,” we discuss how to choose a subject, plan, focus, and begin a memoir. We will also discuss what makes for good subjects in memoirs, the differences between an autobiography and memoir and address the idea of self-disclosure.