Ty Newydd : Writing YA Fiction: From idea to first draft with Danielle Jawando & Emma Smith-Barton
From idea to first draft, this course is designed to help you with the entire process of writing compelling and original young adult fiction.
It will offer you the building blocks to shape those initial ideas into compelling stories that your young readers won’t be able to put down.
Supported by two experienced tutors and award-winning authors, Danielle Jawando and Emma Smith-Barton, workshops will explore character, voice, setting, dialogue, plot and how to tackle hard-hitting and sensitive subjects. You will also be guided through the process of pitching and sending your novel out to agents, along with tips on how to build a career in publishing.
One-to-one tutorials with each tutor will also be offered during the week, during which you’ll receive feedback and advice on honing your craft and the direction of your work and career.
Ideal for writers at all stages, you’ll leave feeling inspired, motivated and with a much deeper understanding of how to write meaningful and memorable fiction for young adults.?
Guest Reader / Simon James Green (Digital)
Dates: Monday 21 - Friday 25 July 2025
Location: Ty Newydd, Llanystumdwy, Cricieth, Gwynedd, LL52 0LW
Cost: £700 - £750
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