Writing Masterclass 2

Due to an overwhelming response to our first Writing Masterclass we've scheduled a second information-packed seminar for Saturday 9th October 2010.

If you're a writer and you want to learn how to make a success of your work – either for publication or for your own creative fulfilment – come and meet the experts...

Creative Writing tutor and novelist Carolyn Lewis (Missing Nancy, Accent Press and The Novel: A Perfect Recipe, SilverWood Originals) will discuss aspects of working on your novel.

• how to get started
• plotting
• creating characters
• voice and viewpoint
• writing realistic dialogue
• tips, techniques and exercises

Literary Consultant Ali Reynolds will talk about making a success of your work, and the commercial side of publishing. As a former editor in a London literary publishing house, Ali is experienced in supporting writers at all stages of the creative process.

• self-editing
• what is the reader looking for?
• how to ensure your work is marketable
• meeting the demands of literary agents
• inside a UK publishing house
• success on your own terms

Publisher and author Helen Hart will talk about the correct approach to literary agents and publishers in the UK.

• the submission package
• the one-sentence pitch
• cover letter essentials
• polishing your synopsis
• the importance of sample pages
• professional presentation

WHEN
Saturday 9th October 2010 from 11:30am – 5:30pm

WHERE
Flax Bourton Village Hall
Weston Road
Flax Bourton
Bristol
BS48 1UR

The village hall is a spacious new venue approximately 10 minutes drive from Bristol city centre, just off the A370, with ample parking. First Bus services X1/351/352/353.

COST
£35

Limited places available – please book early by contacting Helen Hart on 0117 910 5829 /
email helen@silverwoodbooks.co.uk.

Tea, coffee, biscuits provided, but please bring a packed lunch.

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