Is there a story you would love to write?

Do you like the idea of writing short fiction but don't know where to start?

As humans we are natuaral storytellers and this course is deisgned to help you gain your confidence and tap into your natural storytelling abilities. Using writing exercises that engage both your imagination and draw on your unique life expriences you'll learn the basics of the craft of short story writing.

This six-week creative writing course will introduce you to some of the masters of the craft and we will look at some superb short stories and throw light on what it is that makes them work.

With the encouragement and guidance of your tutor as well as group and tutor feedback you will have the chance to develop, craft and complete your own short story during the length of the course. You will also be given information on where and how to publish your finished short fiction.