This online workshop is part of our new autumn programme of digital masterclasses that we are offering. To help you go back to school with a fresh perspective, we are offering a very limited supply of introductory tickets for each event, discounted up to 20% – once they’re gone, they’re gone!
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that we’ve all got a brilliant idea locked away inside the deepest recesses of our imagination, just waiting for the right moment to be immortalised in ink. But having a brilliant idea and actually putting them onto the page are two different things, and require significant amounts of motivation and resilience – not to mention creativity.
In this unmissable virtual masterclass with writing coach and editor Philippa Pride, you will treat your novel ideas to a kick-start or reboot, gaining insights into how to get into the writing flow, and how to structure your ideas into an excellent book.
You will also have the opportunity to share your ideas in a supportive environment with other writers, guided by Philippa, who is one of the most respected editors in the field – and who edits none other than bestselling author Stephen King – which will empower you to overcome that dreaded self-doubt, develop your narrative voice and make it uniquely yours, and become a more motivated writer so you can keep on keeping on, long after the course has finished.
Suitable for writers of all skill levels and abilities, this inspiring, practical class will cover the necessary techniques to help you channel your creativity – even when inspiration is running dry.
Course content
Create and capture your ideas – and get into a creative flow on cue
Stepping stones: transitioning from idea to structured book
Planning versus pantsing – deciding whether to set sail and write, or plan in advance
Whose story is it? Creating memorable characters
The magic and science of story, and the hero’s journey
Zapping your gremlins and setting yourself exciting next-step goals
You will be sent a link to the webinar 1hr before the start time of 6.30pm (GMT).
Tutor profile
Philippa Pride has been running creative writing courses since 2006, combining her skills as a certified neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) master practitioner and coach with her inside knowledge of the publishing industry. Before setting up her own consultancy business, The Book Doctor, Philippa was a commissioning editor for Hodder. She continues her connection with Hodder as British editor for bestselling author Stephen King, who says: “I have worked with Philippa for upwards of 20 years and know of no one in the writing and publishing business who is better equipped to talk about and teach the art and craft of writing.”
Testimonials
There was a really great energy in the room. The course attracted an interesting mix of people who were easy to engage with and Philippa set a positive tempo from the outset.”
I found [Philippa] both an inspiration and a pleasure, and she made each and every one of us feel valued.”
I thought the masterclass with Philippa was faultless. It exceeded my expectations in every way – in its content; structure; the professional way in which it was run; the friendliness of the Guardian staff; in the warm and very supportive atmosphere of the classroom and most of all in Philippa’s exceptional ability to teach, guide and inspire.”
You will be sent a link to the webinar 1hr before the start time of 6.30pm (GMT).
Details
Date: Sunday 25 October 2020
Times: 6.30pm-9pm (GMT)
Price: Back to school discounted price of £38.25 (plus £2.34 booking fee); standard ticket price of £45 (plus £2.65 booking fee)
Event capacity: 60
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Once a purchase is complete we will not be able to refund you where you do not attend or if you cancel your event booking. Please see our terms and conditions for more information on our refund policy.
