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Welcome to your latest NCW Academy newsletter! Your go-to roundup of the latest writing resources, workshops, courses, and opportunities from the National Centre for Writing.
Make space for creativity this autumn with a new writing project! We're here to support you. Whether you’re looking for the structure and accountability of a group, or prefer the freedom to work at your own pace, our courses, workshops, and free resources will help you get inspired, learn something new, or reconnect with what you love.
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Self-paced online coursesWe all have busy lives, and it can be hard to find the time to learn new skills. That’s why our self-paced online courses are designed to fit around your schedule. Progress through at your own pace, with zero pressure! |
First Steps in Short Form Poetry Free! Short-form writing captures emotion and meaning in just a few words. In this course by poet Aki Schilz, you’ll explore the roots of short-form poetry, read powerful poems from across history, and try your hand at writing your own Haiku, Landay, Kernel and Tanka!
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How to Write More and Stay Happy£45 Writer and tutor Ben Johncock reveals more tips and tricks for writing more, writing faster and staying healthy as a writer. Packed with exercises, this course will help you push past writer’s block, identify bad habits and use technology responsibly.
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Writing Science Fiction£75 for three courses Science fiction is known for its incredible world-building, brain-melting ideas and imaginative technology. Discover how to plot a story, create engaging characters and build immersive settings with these three exciting courses.
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The Writing Life (30-day challenge)£30, begins Sat 1 NovemberLooking for a quick boost to jumpstart your creative practice or build a consistent writing routine? Join our writing challenge and set aside 15 minutes per day to develop new skills, and cultivate a healthy, inspiring, and accountable writing habit.
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Explore The Writing HubListen, watch & read |
Reimagining classics: Pat Barker on the Regeneration Trilogy In this episode of The Writing Life Podcast, bestselling author Pat Barker shares insights about the art of retellings, and the craftsmanship and research needed to write reimaginings of classic literature. |
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‘The Art of Writing Poetry’ by InbhaSingaporean writer and poet Inbha reflects on poetry not just as writing, but as discovery. From learning to trust questions and images, to shaping language with care and purpose, she shares insights and tips that have guided her craft and ways to keep poetry alive, resonant, and enduring. |
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Writing fantasy: Dave Rudden’s top five tips Here are five tips and tricks for writing fantasy from award-winning fantasy writer Dave Rudden, where he breaks down the foundations of the fantasy genre which will give you the tools to start your own, completely unique, adventure. |
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Writing real people in memoir with Katy Massey In this episode of the podcast, Katy Massey (Are We Home Yet?) provides the tools you need to think of yourself as the main character in your story: from creating distinct voices in your narrative to discovering the difference between memory, truth and perspective. |
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WRITING PROMPT
Two people are assigned seats next to each other. Write a conversation between them. |
Don't miss...evening courses at the National Centre for Writing
Writing From the Archives with Elizabeth Lewis Williams (six weeks) |
Learn to navigate the wonderful worlds of archives and enrich your writing on this six-week course! Get expert advice on how to build a narrative with productive, inspirational research.
Led by poet and teacher Elizabeth Lewis Williams, we are also delighted to announce Rib Davis, oral historian at the British Library, as a guest speaker for the first session!
Starts Tue 14 October, 7pm, National Centre for Writing, £180 (£150 conc)
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Captivating Crime Fiction with Elizabeth Haynes (six weeks) |
There’s nothing quite like the exhilarating rush of a twisty, spine-chilling crime novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, turning page after page.
Step into the world of crime writing with Elizabeth Haynes and turn your ideas into a compelling narrative that grabs readers from the very first line and holds them until the last shocking twist.
Starts Thu 16 October, 7pm, National Centre for Writing, £180 (£150 conc) |
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