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Expertise in your subject is crucial to a successful work of non-fiction, but turning that knowledge into a compelling book can be a tough process. Even for experienced writers, it's easy to get bogged down, lose faith in your project, or simply lose sight of what's important.
This practical one-day masterclass offers non-fiction writers the opportunity to get personalised feedback from bestselling author and writing mentor Cathy Presland. Specially designed for writers who are mid-way through a long-form, non-fiction work, this course will teach you how to get your book ready for publication, teaching you how to identify problem areas, and how to fix them.
Through a series of structured workshops and discussions, you'll finesse the theme and structure of your book, and learn simple ways to stop procrastinating and keep working. Throughout the day, you'll receive tailored tuition from Cathy, ensuring you complete the course with a clear plan of what to do next, and the knowledge you need to finish the job.
This course is for you if...
- You're currently part-way through writing a non-fiction book and want help completing or editing your first draft
PLEASE NOTE: Attendees will be working on their own writing during the course. If you're at an earlier stage in your writing, you may be interested Cathy Presland's Foundations of non-fiction course.
Course description
This highly practical one-day event consists of a series of workshops and discussions designed to help attendees identify and overcome blocks in their writing, and get a manuscript ready for publication. All attendees will have the opportunity to get personalised feedback on their work from from professional editor and mentor Cathy Presland. Areas covered during the clinic include:
- Theme: do you have a clearly articulated concept for your book, or do you need to go back to basics?
- Length: how long does it need to be?
- Structure: crafting a compelling narrative, and filling in the gaps
- Motivation: finding what motivates you, and building this into your writing
- Support: who can you turn to for help, and when will you need them?
- Productivity: tips for getting over the hump
Tutor profile
Cathy Presland is the bestselling author of 'Write! Stop Waiting, Start Writing', and a mentor to entrepreneurs and professionals who want to write non-fiction books, whether to help reach more people, raise their credibility or spread their message. Cathy has taught thousands of people through her highly-regarded online and offline training programmes on writing and self-publishing.
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Details
Date: Wednesday 11 March 2015
Times: 10am-4pm. Check-in begins 30 minutes before the start time.
Location: The Guardian, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU
Price: £249 (includes VAT, booking fee, lunch and refreshments)
Event capacity: 16
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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.
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