A writing workshop, focusing on historical fiction, with acclaimed author Joanna Courtney.
How to put the ‘Story’ into History with Joanna Courtney Thursday 9th February, 7:00pm - 9:00pm QUAD, Market Place, Derby, DE1 3ASA lively and informative workshop looking at key elements of historical fiction to help budding writers with the alchemy of turning their hard-researched facts into golden fiction.
Run by local historical novelist Joanna Courtney, this workshop will be packed with tips, information, practical advice and, above all, writing exercises. Covering: Plot: turning timelines into plotlines; Character: creating of-their-time heroes and heroines with believable voices and Setting: establishing a natural, vivid environment. Joanna can’t guarantee you the next historical hit, but she can definitely start you on the right road…
Course fee: £8 To book your place, visit http://www.derbyquad.co.uk/creative-course-(adult)/quad-writing-masterclass.aspx or call QUAD Box Office on 01332 290606
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