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Kick-Start your Creative Writing

Monday 15 April 2013, 11:38
By Jane Jones

Inspirational sessions with two acclaimed authors

"I wish I came across a course half as good as this twenty years ago. It's focused me and I've learnt so much from two remarkable people."

- Mervyn Lickfold, Wells, Somerset

Love writing? Have an idea for a book or just want to have fun with like-minded people? These supportive group sessions will:

  • Help you find your narrative voice
  • Suit beginners or those with a work in progress
  • Teach you how to give your work structure and pace
  • Give you an insight into what publishers want
  • Encourage you to achieve your writing goals
  • Provide professional feedback on your writing

Book cover of 'Hood Rat' by Gavin KnightBook cover of 'Death of a Showgirl' by Tobias Jones

Tobias Jones is the author of five books, including the bestselling The Dark Heart of Italy. He has written documentaries for BBC TV and Radio and has been a columnist for the Observer.

Gavin Knight's acclaimed book Hood Rat was BBC Radio Four Book of The Week, shortlisted for the Orwell Prize 2012 and the Crime Writer's Association Award, serialized in the Daily Telegraph and is soon to be made into a film by Film4.

From Tuesday 23rd April 2013, 7.00 - 9.00pm, Unionist Hall, Quaperlake Street, Bruton.

£160 for 8 week course. Places strictly limited. To book, call 01749 679 002, email or book online at www.literaryacademy.co.uk.




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