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Novel Writing Masterclass With Gavin Extence
Sat 8 Nov 2014 to Sat 8 Nov 2014
Gavin Extence is a multi-award winning novelist whose work has been translated into seventeen languages
This Masterclass will be held at Bank Street Arts on Saturday 8th November, between10:00am – 1:30pm
Gavin Extence is a multi-award winning novelist whose work has been translated into seventeen languages. His first novel, The Universe versus Alex Woods, was selected as one of the Waterstones 11 best debuts of 2013, was part of the Richard and Judy Summer Book Club, topped the Amazon Kindle Christmas charts, and went on to be an international bestseller.
Gavin has just finished writing his second novel, due to be published in March 2015, and is working on a third.
This masterclass is suitable for all aspiring novelists, whether you are just starting out or have been writing for years.
It will include:
An in-depth look at the craft of novel-writing: beginnings, endings, plotting, research, structure, characterization, dialogue and editing.
Advice on getting a first novel published: how books are bought and sold; how to approach agents and editors; how best to pitch your work; the pros and cons of self-publishing.
Practical writing tips: beating writer’s block; finding and developing new ideas; fitting your writing around other commitments; how to write with an audience in mind; working with your own strengths and weaknesses.
Five key writing skills and how to develop them.
For more information and to book your place
Additional Information:
Location:
Sheffield
Region(s):
Yorkshire
Price:
£18 / £13.50
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