Gem L Preston Writing Workshop

Focus: Writing Characters Readers Obsess Over.

In association with The Enchanted Bookclub, join this 2.5 hour immersive writing workshop with bestselling fantasy romance author Gem L. Preston.

This event will be held in Llantarnam Grange.

What makes readers fall in love with a character?
Why do some fictional people live in our heads rent-free for years?

This craft-focused, interactive workshop is designed for aspiring writers and passionate readers who want to understand—and create—unforgettable characters.

Over 2.5 hours, you’ll explore the emotional foundations that turn a “good” character into one readers obsess over.

• Build a powerful emotional core (want vs need, wounds, fear, desire)
• Write interiority that feels authentic and real
• Create tension and slow-burn dynamics that keep readers hooked
• Craft dialogue filled with subtext instead of exposition
• Avoid common writing myths and industry misconceptions

This isn’t a lecture. It’s hands-on.

You’ll complete guided writing exercises, experiment with emotional reactions on the page, and draft scenes involving tension, mistrust, and character conflict. You’ll leave with new pages written—and a clearer understanding of how to make readers feel something.

We’ll also have an honest conversation about the realities of writing and publishing: first drafts, self-doubt, querying, indie vs traditional routes, and why “show, don’t tell” isn’t the whole story.

Whether you’re an aspiring fantasy writer, a romance lover curious about craft, or someone who’s always wanted to write but never felt “ready,” this workshop will give you tools, clarity, and confidence.

Come ready to write.
Leave with characters worth obsessing over.

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