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From Fact to Fiction: Historic Novels

How to write YOUR historical novel - plan, plot, prose and practice!

199 British pounds
King Street

Service Description

No other genre than historical novels offers the triple 'E' of entertainment, education and escapism. Writing historical novels can be as daunting as it is rewarding - so, where to start? But we all started somewhere , and at some point. Let's find the courage together and answer the questions that can get you started! Which period do I want to write about? How do I plan the process? How do I find a plot - the ups and downs of a life are not enough to keep the reader hooked. Which prose should I use? What about the research? And how do I translate this theory into practice? These questions and many more will be answered in the 4 hour workshop you can book on www.ellenalpsten.com. Coffee and Croissants included!

This looks pretty formal and daunting, but our workshop won't be. I will not be preaching, but we will talk and listen, finding out what YOUR historical novel might be, and HOW to get started with planning, plot, prose and parctice!

Yes, these are STACKS of books. But I hope that you like to read if you wish to be an author? Research and the love for discovering nuggets of information as a MUST for writers of historical fiction.

We'll get together in a relaxed, yet serious setting. What happens in the walls of the classroom, stays in the walls of the classroom. Write and read with confidence - we are all in the same boat!

Nothing like discussing plans, plots and projects - people will arrive with ideas and leave with new inspiration.

The course is taking place the first Saturday of the month in London, Hammersmith. It's vibrant and easy to reach!

How do you like to write? In a notebook? On scraps of paper? On a chic iPad? Brinign words to paper is hugely cathartic and if you want to write a novel, there's nothing like doing it.

You will start having pens and notebooks everywhere - I hope you come back after a first session, and we can compare progess

Our workshop takes place in a light, modern and central London office space. Coffees and Croissants are included.

I am keeping the workshops small and personal, so people get to know and trust each other. Writing is a personal experience and going public with it can be daunting. Do so step by step!

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Contact Details

1 King Street, London, UK
+447815874735
ellenalpsten@hotmail.com