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Two Creative Writing workshops…

( 2 places left)    Creative Writing workshops 22nd and 29th SEPTEMBER – Thursday mornings 10.30-12.30pm  at Hall & Woodhouse, central Bath.£52 for both. See below for booking info.

It’s short notice but Alex and Mary are putting on 2 creative writing workshops.
These sessions are for anybody who enjoys writing, would like a nudge to get going, or keep going.
Beginners and experienced writers welcome. Whether you are engaged in writing a novel, a memoir or short stories, or if you are simply staring at a blank page wondering how to get startd, come along and get a boost.
Lots of hands on writing exercises with prompts. These sessions are fun, relaxed and motivating.
Email if you would like to come and I will send you bank info. Booking is by bank transfer and places are only confirmed after payment. Numbers are very limited.  Usual terms apply ie. no refunds but you are welcome to send a friend in your place. We look forward to hearing from you.

ANTHOLOGY UPDATE February 2021. All profit is going to one of our favourite charities, Young Carers. BLINK OF AN EYE is now ready and is being posted out to all those who pre-ordered. If you would like a copy please email and see below.

BLINK OF AN EYE – 26 great stories. We have a few spare copies to buy. £5.50 a copy plus postage which is £1.53 for one or two. Payment is by bank transfer. If you would like a copy please email me with your address and i will see if we have any left. All profit is going to Young Carers charity, children who look after their parents or siblings who need a bit of care themselves.

As a project for this second lockdown, we invited you to submit a short story in any genre of up to 600 words. This was not a competition but we selected 26 of the best and published them in a booklet.

Below is the list of a dozen words. The story had to incorporate at least 5 of the words in any way you like. If you want to try this, give your story a catchy title

Here is the list of words – Remember to use a minimum of 5.

Bluebottle Clock Fur Lavender Train Ella Fitzgerald Nylon shirt High heels

Seaweed Turpentine Burnt Toast Bonfire

Ready, steady, GO… ENJOY! Alex writingeventsbath@gmail.com

Also, see the new video i made, in between lockdowns, of Rachel Ward and her new book – Expiry Date. Please scroll down.