Creative Writing – Fiction (Beginners)
Find out how to take prompts and starting points and use them to create fiction in some form, plus how to put your ideas onto paper.
- Course Type Adult - Leisure
- Subject Area Creative Writing
- Qualification N/A
- Study Mode: Part Time Only
- Course Level Beginners
- Location Community Location – Exeter Community Centre
- Course Length 9 weeks
- Overview
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We advise booking early to avoid disappointment. You can now book ahead online for all three terms.
You will learn to self-critique and analyse and discuss your own work.
This is a relaxed class where discussion and the sharing of ideas is very important. By the end of the course you will have a body of work and you will hopefully contribute to a class anthology.
Please note, this course is held at Exeter Community Centre on Wednesdays (dates above).
What topics will I study?
Each week we look at a different topic and you will use a variety of prompts to get you writing. Topics include: characterisation, childhood, setting, narrative voice, perspectives, letters, colour, objects, sound and Christmas. There are practical exercises and discussions during the session that lead to homework. This is shared and discussed the following week in the supportive and encouraging atmosphere of the group.
Next steps: The course is structured to provide flexible writing opportunities that will meet your needs as your skills develop, so you could return to this course.
- Entry Requirements
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An enjoyment of words, an open mind and a sense of humour.
- Facilities
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Learners will be given a College ID badge and have access to all College facilities, including Learning Resource Centres and computers.
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What our students think?
“I was keen to come along because I knew I wanted to write, but I didn’t want to write by myself. Joining the group has helped me to be braver with my writing. It’s something I enjoy, its uplifting. Writing in that room has helped me feel confident and brave. I’ve benefitted massively from being... Read more >
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