Learn how to write stories based on real-world issues at this incredible masterclass with Lionel Shriver, the virtuoso of topical fiction. Best known for her international bestseller We Need to Talk About Kevin, winner of the Orange Prize for Fiction in 2005, Lionel has researched and written stories exploring everything from the US healthcare system to obesity and terrorism.
During this evening class, you’ll get exclusive insights into how Lionel plots her novels, from first inspiration to the final page. Plus, you’ll receive expert advice that you can apply to your own work, including how to research non-fiction content and artfully weave fact and fiction in your writing.
Writing month with Lionel Shriver
This is the first in a series of writing classes specially curated by Lionel Shriver for the month of April. Keep an eye on our website or sign up to the Guardian Masterclasses newsletter to be the first to hear about more classes in this exclusive series, taught by some of the UK’s finest writers and editors.
Class preparation
You’re encouraged to arrive at the class with your idea for a fictional story or novel based on real-life events, along with a question for Lionel
Please note this preparation is not essential to attend the class, or benefit from it
More about your teacher…
Lionel Shriver is the author of eleven novels including So Much For That and The Post-Birthday World. Her international bestseller We Need to Talk About Kevin was awarded the prestigious Orange Prize For Fiction in 2005, and was later adapted into an award-winning feature film by Lynne Ramsay. Lionel’s twelfth novel, The Mandibles: A family 2027-2049, is published in May 2016 by The Borough Press, HarperFiction’s literary fiction imprint.
Details
Dates: Monday 4 April 2016
Times: 6.30pm-9.30pm
Location: The Guardian, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU
Price: £129 (includes VAT, booking fee and drinks)
Event capacity: 36
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Returns policy
Tickets may be refunded if you contact us at least 14 days before the course start date. Please see our terms and conditions for more information on our refund policy.
