Nov 15
Online
Masterclass: Writing for Young People
Engaging young readers
We all contain stories – but how do we work out how to transform the raw material into compelling prose? How do we dig deep into our memories to discover what most scares and inspires us – and what we most urgently want to write about? In this two-hour masterclass, Esther Freud, author of nine novels including Hideous Kinky and, most recently, I Couldn’t Love You More, will guide you through the process of excavating the stories that are inside us all, drawing together small details and large themes, looking at the overlaps and tensions between fact and truth, and finding the creative place where experience and imagination meet. She’ll discuss ways to develop a confident and engaging voice, how to craft characters that convince, and, once you’ve excavated your story, how to give it shape and structure.
Is this session for me?
Our masterclasses are regularly attended by writers who:
What will I gain?
How does it work?
The Masterclass will be delivered via Zoom webinar, so you can take the session at your own pace, without the pressure of having your video or camera on. You can contribute via the chatbox with your tutor and other writers attending the session. Sessions are also recorded so if you are unable to attend live, you will have access to the recording afterwards. Masterclasses can be accessed from anywhere in the world. Just translate the UK time to your local time zone.
Why Arvon?
Arvon is a not-for-profit charity that has been running since 1968.
At Arvon, everyone who crosses the door of one of our writing houses is a writer – no matter what their age or writing experience – and all are welcome.
For more information About Arvon – Home of Creative Writing since 1968 – Arvon
Online: £40
Concessions: £20
As part of our effort to increase participation in the arts, half-price concessions are available for this course at checkout. There are a limited number of free subsidised places for those who cannot afford the concession price.
We are committed to making our Arvon at Home programme accessible to as many people as possible.
Across all of Arvon at Home
Masterclasses
Online Writing Day
How I Write
Online Writing Weeks and Evening Courses
Subject to funding/permissions (please contact arvonathome@arvon.org for more details)
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