Thursday, 19 August 2021

Curtis Brown Creative newsletters

With details of upcoming courses, scholarships and more:

 

'Write in your most authentic voice'
Former Writing YA & Children's Fiction student Melissa Welliver on her dystopian debut The Undying Tower, her path to publication and tips for crafting YA fiction

 

'Don’t give up and try to write something every day'
Siya Turabi's debut novel The Last Beekeeper is out today from One More Chapter (HarperCollins). The novel is set in 1970s Pakistan and follows Hassan on his mission to find black honey, said to have mythical healing properties, for his ailing mother. Head to the blog to read all about Siya's time on our three-month
Writing Your Novel course and her words of wisdom for aspiring authors.

 

How to plan you novel in ten steps
Get your novel off to a flying start by getting to know your characters and asking yourself what is at the heart of the story you want to tell. Read our full guide to planning your novel here. For more in-depth guidance on plotting and planning join us for our popular
Starting to Write Your Novel six-week online course.

 

 

Our current scholarships

The John le CarrĂ©
Scholarship

We are honoured to offer this scholarship in memory of the late John le CarrĂ©. One talented writer with low income will be awarded a place on our three-month online Writing Your Novel course.

 

 

Scholarship for Memoir Writers

A promising memoir writer with low income will win a place on our three-month online Writing Your Memoir course with teaching, tutorials and workshops from bestselling author Cathy Rentzenbrink.

 

 

Scholarship for TV Screenwriters

A talented writer of colour with limited financial means will be awarded a place on our Writing an Original TV Drama Serial course, a £250 travel stipend and a free download of Final Draft.

 

 

 

 

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'I want to be pitched something that I’ve never seen before'
Curtis Brown Theatre, Film and TV agent Camilla Young on how she got started in the industry, what she looks for in a new TV project and her advice for aspiring screenwriters

 

'Everything can be fixed in editing'
Cathi Unsworth is the acclaimed author of four crime novels and two further (non-genre) novels, all published by Serpent’s Tail. Cathi is also a co-tutor on our upcoming six-month online
Writing Your Novel course. Read on to discover more about Cathi's approach to crime fiction, teaching creative writing and her advice for writers.
 

 

'Reread your script before sending it off'
Clare Alan is an experienced script editor and producer who has worked on a range of TV and film projects including DangerfieldSilent Witness and The Vice. We’re thrilled to have Clare as a tutor providing feedback to aspiring screenwriters on our eighteen-week
Writing an Original TV Drama Serial course. Here she discusses getting her start in TV production, what she’s watching now and her tips for script editing. 

 

'Try not to compare yourself to other writers'
We're delighted that Claire Fuller will be the guest tutor on our upcoming six-month Writing Your Novel course in London. In this exclusive interview, Claire gives us a glimpse into her writerly world – from the inspiration behind her Women's Prize-shortlisted novel Unsettled Ground, to her thoughts on staying motivated, and her experience of the publishing process.

 

 

Our current courses

Writing Your Novel – Six Months

Our biggest-ever course returns to London this autumn (with some teaching on Zoom). Led by number-one bestselling author Laura Barnett with feedback from publishing industry experts.

 

 

Writing Your Novel – Six Months

Get the best out of your novel with teaching, tutorials and workshops from author-tutors Cathi Unsworth and Lisa O'Donnell. This course includes a webinar with top literary agent Jonny Geller.

 

 

Writing an Original TV Drama Serial

Develop your screenwriting skills – from pitch to pilot – with leading TV professionals. This eighteen-week course is London-based (with some teaching on Zoom). Scholarship place available.

 

 

 

 

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Join our #CBCSummerStory writing competition
Stretch your writing muscles and finish the story started by CBC alumnus and author Neil Daws to be in with a chance of winning a free place on the six-week online creative writing course of your choice, plus an end-of-course feedback report and tutorial from an expert CBC editor

 

This competition is taking place on Twitter @cbcreative and Instagram @curtisbrowncreative from Thurs 5 Aug – Tues 10 Aug

 

'Take every opportunity to grow as an author; never stop learning and never stop developing your skills'
Natalie Chandler's debut thriller Believe Me Not - which will be published by Headline Accent in spring 2022 - was written with the aid of our six-week online Writing a Psychological Thriller course (beginning again today - last chance to enrol this summer!) Here Natalie talks to us about her time on the course, her approach to writing and the inspiration behind her debut.

 

Five ways to make the most of your writing summer
Our founder Anna Davis shares her top tips for finding fresh inspiration this summer. From keeping a scrapbook to finding wonder in the world as things start to slowly open up again, this advice will help you put pen to paper.

 

 

Our current courses

Writing Your Novel – Three Months

Our flagship course returns to London this autumn (with some teaching on Zoom). Get expert tuition from acclaimed author Lizzie Enfield, a strong peer group and feedback from agents.
 

 

 

Writing Your Novel – Three Months

Get the most out of your story with teaching, tutorials and workshops led by novelist Suzannah Dunn. This online course includes a webinar with top literary agent Jonny Geller. Scholarship place available.
 

 

 

Writing an Original TV Drama Serial

Develop your screenwriting skills – from pitch to pilot – with leading television professionals. This eighteen-week course is London-based (with some teaching on Zoom). Scholarship place available.

 

 

 

 

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'Don’t stop writing, if you love writing. There is a joy in writing for itself.'
Advice on writing, editing and submitting your novel from former student and middle grade author Penny Chrimes and her literary agent Lisa Babalis

 

Make the most of your summer and get writing
Don't miss out! Use discount code YOURWRITINGSUMMER to save £20 on our popular short online courses.* Our summer courses close for enrolment Tues 3 Aug – choose between Creative Writing for Beginners, Writing Historical Fiction or Writing a Psychological Thriller.

 

'In order for a script to have any chance... it needs to demonstrate an awareness of what else is out'
We talk to agent and Chairman of Curtis Brown's Theatre, TV and Film department Nick Marston about how he got started as an agent, what it's like working in the industry and his advice for new screenwriters. For more expert insights into the world of screenwriting, apply for our Writing an Original TV Drama Serial course (closes 15 Aug).

 

'Each of us has our own truth and our own unique story to tell'
Top tips for aspiring memoirists on how to successfully bring your memories to the page from Cathy Rentzenbrink – author of bestselling memoir The Last Act of Love and leader of our new three-month online 
Writing Your Memoir course. Apply by 1 Aug.

 

 

Our current courses

Writing Your Memoir – Three Months

Develop your memoir with expert online teaching, tutorials and workshops from bestselling memoirist Cathy Rentzenbrink. Includes exclusive insights from Curtis Brown literary agents.

 

 

Writing Your Novel – Three Months

Our flagship course returns to London this autumn (with some teaching on Zoom). Get expert tuition from acclaimed author Lizzie Enfield, a strong peer group and feedback from agents.

 

 

The John le CarrĂ© Scholarship

We are honoured to offer this scholarship in memory of the late John le CarrĂ©. One talented writer with low income will be awarded a place on our three-month online Writing Your Novel course.

 

 

*For a limited time only we’re offering £20 off many of our online creative writing courses. Use code YOURWRITINGSUMMER at checkout to redeem your discount. Code valid for £20 off the full price of our four, six and ten-week online courses only. Offer excludes new courses running for the first time from September 2021. Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount code. Don’t miss out – offer ends midnight, Tues 31 August.

 

 

 

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How to stay motivated when writing your novel  
Our seven-step guide will help you tackle some of the common issues all writers face when embarking on their first draft, from writer's block to faltering confidence

 

10 TV drama series aspiring screenwriters should watch
If you are an aspiring TV dramatist in need of inspiration, look no further! We’ve collated some of the best TV drama series that are available to watch this summer. Analysing how popular TV shows work could provide key insights into how your script fits together and act as the perfect starting point for those of you planning to apply for our
Writing an Original TV Drama Serial course. Apply by 15 Aug.

 

Congrats to all our former students on the CWIP Unpublished Prize longlist
We're delighted to share the news that three of our former
Writing Your Novel students have made the Comedy Women in Print longlist this year. Congratulations Jo Lyons, Hannah Sutherland and Hannah Dolby. We were also thrilled to spot some familiar faces from our six-week courses, including Emma Williams who studied on all three How to Write Your Novel courses.

 

 

Our current courses

Writing Your Novel – Three Months

Deep-dive into your novel with expert tuition from acclaimed author Suzannah Dunn. This online course includes workshops, tutorials and advice from literary agents. Scholarship place available.

 

 

Scholarship for TV Screenwriters

A talented writer of colour with limited financial means will be awarded a place on our eighteen-week Writing an Original TV Drama Serial course with expert teaching from top TV professionals.

 

 

How to Write Your Novel 

Make serious progress on your novel this summer. Choose the right six-week online course for you: Starting to Write Your Novel, Write to the End of Your Novel or Edit & Pitch Your Novel.*

 

 

*For a limited time only we’re offering £20 off many of our online creative writing courses. Use code YOURWRITINGSUMMER at checkout to redeem your discount. Code valid for £20 off the full price of our four, six and ten-week online courses only. Offer excludes new courses running for the first time from September 2021. Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount code. Don’t miss out – offer ends midnight, Tues 31 August.

 

 

 

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'If you’re serious about your writing you need to find time every day to read, write or edit'
Bestselling author Vaseem Khan talks about winning the prestigious Crime Writers' Association Historical Dagger, his advice for budding crime novelists, and creating our new Writing Crime Fiction course

 

'Trust that your story is important and worthwhile because of your unique perspective'
We were excited to see beloved CBC tutor Cathy Rentzenbrink's first work of fiction Everyone is Still Alive hit shelves last week. Cathy is the author of three non-fiction books including the bestselling memoir The Last Act of Love. Read this interview to get insights into her writing routine. Cathy will tutor 15 talented writers on our
 three-month online Writing Your Memoir course. Apply by 1 Aug. 

 

How to write and format your television script
Are you currently writing a TV show or do you want to turn your hand to screenwriting? Our guide will talk you through formatting basics as well as the dos and don'ts of writing a pilot episode. These tips will help you get writing for the screen and prepare your application to our eighteen-week Writing an Original TV Drama Serial course. Apply by 15 Aug.

 

 

Our current courses

Writing Your Novel – Six Months

Our biggest online course, tutored by Lisa O'Donnell and Cathi Unsworth. Features tutorials and workshops as well as direct engagement with top literary agents and publishers. 

 

 

The John le Carré Scholarship

We are honoured to offer this scholarship in memory of the late John le CarrĂ©. One talented writer with low income will be awarded a place on our three-month online Writing Your Novel course.

 

 

How to Write Your Novel 

Make serious progress on your novel this summer. Choose the right six-week online course for you: Starting to Write Your Novel, Write to the End of Your Novel or Edit & Pitch Your Novel.*

 

 

*For a limited time only we’re offering £20 off many of our online creative writing courses. Use code YOURWRITINGSUMMER at checkout to redeem your discount. Code valid for £20 off the full price of our four, six and ten-week online courses only. Offer excludes new courses running for the first time from September 2021. Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount code. Don’t miss out – offer ends midnight, Tues 31 August.

 

 

 

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'Character is everything in all stories. If you love a character you'll follow them anywhere...'
We spoke to bestselling novelist Jenny Colgan about her writing routine, reading recommendations, and experience creating our new Writing a Romance Novel course

 

'What’s stopping you from finishing your novel, and what can you do to manage it?'
Aliya Ali-Afzal's debut novel Would I Lie to You? is out today from Head of Zeus. Visit the blog to find out all about her journey to publication, as well as her time studying on our three-month
Writing Your Novel course in London.

 

How to write the perfect pitch letter to an agent
Our students always want to know how to query literary agents. If you're preparing your manuscript for submission, make sure you read our 15-step guide to help your work stand out from the pack. If you're looking for more in-depth advice on polishing your work before submitting enrol on our six-week online
Edit & Pitch Your Novel course, which features insights from top literary agents. 

 

 

Our current courses

Writing Your Novel Three Months

Deep-dive into your novel with expert tuition from acclaimed author Suzannah Dunn. This online course includes workshops, tutorials and advice from literary agents. Scholarship place available.

 

 

Writing Your Memoir – Three Months

This online course features expert teaching, workshops and tutorials from author Cathy Rentzenbrink – plus a webinar with Lucy Morris and Sabhbh Curran from Curtis Brown Literary Agency.

 

 

How to Write Your Novel 

Make serious progress on your novel this summer. Choose the right six-week online course for you: Starting to Write Your Novel, Write to the End of Your Novel or Edit & Pitch Your Novel.*

 

 

*For a limited time only we’re offering £20 off many of our online creative writing courses. Use code YOURWRITINGSUMMER at checkout to redeem your discount. Code valid for £20 off the full price of our four, six and ten-week online courses only. Offer excludes new courses running for the first time from September 2021. Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount code. Don’t miss out – offer ends midnight, Tues 31 August.

 

 

 

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Announcing our brand-new online course:
Writing Crime Fiction

Learn how to take your readers on a gripping investigative journey through six weeks of teaching videos, notes and writing exercises from bestselling crime writer Vaseem Khan

 

Meet the talented writers receiving Breakthrough Mentoring
These five writers have all been awarded nine months of free mentoring from an acclaimed author and a tutorial with a literary agent as part of our Breakthrough Writers' Programme for under-represented writers. Read about them and their works-in-progress here. The next round of mentoring is open now for applications, five disabled writers will win places on the programme set to begin this Oct. Find out more about the eligibility criteria and apply by 19 Sept.

 

'I used music in Careless as a tool to tell the reader about the subtext of the characters.'
This month's #WriteCBC tip and task comes from former scholarship student Kirsty Capes, whose heart-wrenching debut Careless is out now from Orion. Her advice on referencing music to heighten the atmosphere and emotions of your characters will help you write a compelling mini-scene. Join in the fun on Twitter @cbcreative, and you might win a free place on the six-week online writing course of your choice. Competition is open until 10am Fri 2 Jul (UK time).
 

 

 

Our current courses

Writing Your Novel Three Months

Deep-dive into your novel with expert tuition from acclaimed author Suzannah Dunn. This online course includes workshops, tutorials and advice from literary agents. Scholarship place available.

 

 

Writing a Memoir
with Cathy Rentzenbrink

This six-week online course will teach you how to turn your real-life experiences into a compelling narrative – with exclusive teaching videos from bestselling memoirist Cathy Rentzenbrink.*

 

 

Writing Short Stories with Cynan Jones

Get guidance from award-winning author Cynan Jones on this six-week online course. Perfect if you want to learn new writing techniques or start submitting your stories to journals and prizes.*

 

 

*For a limited time only we’re offering £20 off many of our online creative writing courses. Use code YOURWRITINGSUMMER at checkout to redeem your discount. Code valid for £20 off the full price of our four, six and ten-week online courses only. Offer excludes new courses running for the first time from September 2021. Not to be used in conjunction with any other discount code. Don’t miss out – offer ends midnight, Tues 31 August.

 

 

 

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