Introduction To Creative Writing Workshop

E. Rachael HardcastleIntroduction to Creative WritingJuly 2nd 2017 at 1400-1600 hours (arrive 1330 hours) at The Triangle, ShipleyEntry: £5.00 per personE. Rachael Hardcastle will introduce herself and her assistant, then ask everyone to complete a name tag. She will explain who she is and what she writes. She will introduce the workshop.1400 hours – SESSION 1 – getting ideas and choosing a genreE. Rachael Hardcastle will explain where she gets her ideas and her regular writing day/ habits. She will teach the main genres and cover the expected word counts for each of them, allowing everyone to select one most suited to their tastes.1430 hours – SESSION 2 - planning and developing a characterE. Rachael Hardcastle will ask everyone to use a pre-printed handout to create and develop their character/s. She will teach the several archetypes and ask everyone to begin thinking of a character.1450 hours – break1500 hours – SESSION 4 - planning and developing a storylineE. Rachael Hardcastle will teach the basic three act structure and story basics including plot twists and inciting incidents, as per the Hero's Journey. She will ask everyone to complete a pre-printed handout during this session to begin planning their storyline.1540 hours – SESSION 5 – staying motivatedE. Rachael Hardcastle will talk about staying motivated to write with a personal mission statement and will explain the benefits of self-publishing.1555 hours – Q&AE. Rachael Hardcastle will answer any questions. There will be a book signing opportunity.If you are interested in attending this event, please telephone The Triangle on 01274 809310. You can visit their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/21095.... Rachael Hardcastle