Masterclass: Popular Science | Zoom Masterclass with Michael Brooks

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Michael Brooks

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Intermediate

Date Recorded Friday February 10th 2023, 11:00 - 13:00 GMT

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Creating a compelling narrative from scientific research is a challenging but hugely rewarding creative endeavour. In this practically-focused Masterclass, best-selling science author Michael Brooks shares his tips for making science sing.

He discusses the structure of a successful science book, the art of capturing a reader’s attention, and the narrative tricks that keep your readers enthralled from the first page to the last. He also shares practical insights and give opportunities for writing all the necessary summaries, introductions and take-aways that selling the best science writing requires.

Whether you want to write about your own research, someone else’s, or the output of a whole field of study, this class will provide inspiration, support and practical ideas for turning tales of scientific success (or failure!) into a thrilling and satisfying literary journey.

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Michael Brooks

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Michael Brooks, who holds a PhD in quantum physics, is an author and journalist. His books include The Secret Anarchy…

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