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Who is about to sit here? A writing challenge from Alex

Who is about to sit on the stage? Try writing a physical description of each character which tells you something about them. Show, don’t tell.

Ps. One place left on November creative writing group.. come and join us and do more exercises like this one.

Please email and scroll down for more info.

Imagine… you are in the cinema. Music, lights.. let the story begin

Creative Writing Challenge – Imagine you are in the cinema waiting for the film to begin. The lights dim, music plays, the title comes up (what is it?) and what happens next? Write the opening scene of your story (in about 500 words) Who will you cast as your characters?

Next four sessions of creative writing group in Bath Library open for booking now. Thursday mornings, 10.30-12.30pm November 7th, 14th ,21st and 28th £74 Alex and guest authors. See the home page on website. Last sessions in 2019

Writing prompt from Alex – dialogue exercise

September workshops are full but hopefully there will be another 4 sessions before Christmas. Meanwhile, keep writing.

What’s he just said? What is she thinking? Where are they? Write the conversation. Write a short story and include dialogue.

4 writing workshops with Alex and guest authors in Bath Library – booking open now

SOLD OUT please email in case anyone drops out if you want to come and make sure you are on my email list to be amongst the first to hear.

. £74. NO REFUNDS BUT YOU ARE WELCOME TO SEND A FRIEND.

The focus is on getting you writing and keeping you writing with prompts for creative writing exercises, but also on writing challenges such as dialogue, flash fiction, dealing with your inner critic, etc. Beginners and experienced writers welcome.

Guest authors are Mary Griese, Andrea Harwood, Jude Higgins and Rachel Ward (but not necessarily in that order!)

Thursdays 10.30-12.30pm November 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th £74 for the four sessions (no refunds but you are welcome to send a friend in your place)

Whether you are writing short stories, a novel, a memoir or simply enjoy writing, these workshops aim to inspire and motivate. Beginners and experienced writers welcome. Come and meet other writers – we look forward to meeting you.