The Historical Novel with Lindz McLeod
Immerse yourself in your chosen era in this historical fiction workshop, as well as explore alternate histories and what might have been.
Hawthorn & Hag Stones: Using Folklore to Build a World
Journeying through the old meanings of flora, fauna, strange traditions and rituals, we’ll be looking at how regional beliefs and superstitions can inspire and enrich any novel, no matter the genre.
Writing Science Fiction: Who are we? What can we know? Why are crystalline entities so awesome?
Whether you’re a hardcore sci-fi writer or just starting out, this workshop will help you harness the narrative possibilities of science fiction.
Using Anthropology for Worldbuilding with Marion Lougheed
Anthropology is a treasure trove of worldbuilding ideas. In this workshop, we’ll talk about how you can dig into this wealth of human creativity.
The April Writer Support Group with Sarah Lewis
What to do when you don’t like any of your ideas, can’t stop doomscrolling, and your ADHD is spannering your ability to plot.
How Voice Works In Short Fiction with Abi Hynes
Get excited about making your dialogue shine. A generative hour long workshop exploring how to make your fictional dialogue *great*
Writing the Uncomfortable, or How to Fuck Up Your Characters with Tabitha Bast
Bring your characters to life by breathing humanity into the horrible ones and smearing the sympathetic ones. Explore the world outside your comfort zone by writing the low down, the dirty, and the nasty.
Writing through the Apocalypse
How to keep writing, prepare for the future, and stop yourself from losing your goddamn mind
The Get Ready Masterclass: Set Yourself Up for Write November 2024
What is Write November? What are you writing in November? How can we set realistic targets and make sure we get them done?
Ekphrastic Writing Masterclass
Explore ways art appreciation can spark new story ideas. Starting with a literary description of an artwork and ending with more experimental approach with Anika Carpenter