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COURSES

A three-day residential course at the University of Leicester, 17-19 August (tbc), arranged by the Arts Training Central, in association with Literature Network.

Romantic fiction writing is big business, making up almost half the paperback fiction sold and generating billions in sales worldwide. This course is intended to provide information and advice for anyone who wants to learn how to write it, from initial research to the final submission of the typescript. With advice and exercises, you will be guided through creating realistic characters, sustaining pace and conflict, packing emotional punch, writing sex scenes and crafting a satisfying ending. If you’re just starting out writing romance, or you’ve written a manuscript or two but are not yet published and are interested in honing your skills, this course is for you.

Tutors: Kate Walker and Julie Cohen

Kate is a bestselling, award-winning author who has published 50 Mills & Boon novels and the fantastic 12-Point Guide to Writing Romance.

Julie is me.

Courses are £170 for the weekend, which includes all meals, tutoring, catering and accommodation.
There are a limited number of bursaries for writers on low income.

To reserve a place, request a full brochure or for more information, contact Arts Training Central on 0116 242 5202 or email them at info@artstrainingcentral.co.uk

A three-day residential workshop at Hawkwood College, Stroud, Gloucestershire, presented by Cornerstones Literary Consultancy, 17-19 September 2007

I’ll be leading this course, which will include:

For more information, visit www.cornerstones.co.uk