Course overview

The return of this fun, friendly and structured approach to aid you in finding inspiration, putting pen paper and get writing as we let fate guide us! We let the 'hand of fate' take us on a fresh approach to finding & maintaining that vital spark of inspiration, motivation to write fiction. A spin of the wheel will decide the subject area for the week in a fun and friendly chance to meet and share ideas with others, exploring useful tricks and tips - whilst importantly gaining some knowledge in he ways of story craft, developing some genuine writing skills and getting writing!

Course description

Embark on a creative journey with a series of thoughtfully crafted sessions, all meticulously designed to guide you through the exhilarating process of discovering, rediscovering, and nurturing your unique story ideas. Whether you're contemplating a short story, envisioning a novel, or simply unsure where to start on your writing adventure, this course promises to be an invaluable companion on your literary quest.

This engaging and structured program marks the return of a fun and friendly approach, providing participants with the tools to breathe life into their narratives. The sessions aim to ignite inspiration and motivate even those who are yet to put pen to paper. With a focus on fostering creativity, the course encourages participants to explore various writing projects, whether they are diving into new concepts or developing existing storylines.

Embracing an innovative and playful method, the course introduces the concept of the 'hand of fate' guiding participants towards fresh perspectives on finding and sustaining that crucial spark of inspiration. Each week unfolds like a thrilling spin of the wheel, where the subject area, theme, or tasks are determined by chance, injecting an element of excitement into the learning process.

As participants engage in this lively chance-based approach, they not only meet and share ideas with fellow writers but also delve into practical techniques and tips to enhance their storytelling prowess. The overarching goal is not just to s

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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