# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Creative Writing: Theme
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Stories resonate with readers if they have a powerful theme, but how do you choose a theme and what tools can you deploy to strengthen it?About this EventModule 6: ThemeMetaphor, Moral, Motif and More — Build Meaning That ResonatesWhat makes a story stick with you long after you’ve read the final page? Often, it’s not just the plot or the characters — it’s the theme. The deep emotional undercurrent. The moral journey. The message that resonates.In this thought-provoking and richly layered session, Iain McKinnon explores how theme gives your writing direction, cohesion, and power. More than just a message or moral, theme is the unifying force that shapes every element of your story — from your character’s arc to the imagery you use.Using examples from classic and contemporary literature, and practical story exercises, you’ll learn to identify, clarify, and embed theme across every layer of your narrative.In this workshop, you'll:Understand the difference between theme, moral, motif, and allegoryLearn how to “frame” your story to deliver a powerful takeaway without preachingUse symbolism, repetition, and metaphor to reinforce your story’s deeper messageDiscover how subplots and supporting characters can mirror or challenge the protagonist’s journeyExplore techniques such as stated reversals, reflections of the future, and thematic resonanceThis session offers essential insights for writers who want to create stories that feel purposeful, cohesive, and emotionally impactful — the kind of stories readers think about long after they’ve finished the book.All workshop materials and theme-building tools are available at www.iain-mckinnon.com to support your writing after the session.Whether you're building an allegorical dystopia or a romantic drama, this workshop will help you write with greater depth, clarity, and creative intent.Module 1: Introduction to Creative Writing, Rules & PURPOSEModule 2: Metrics, Motivation & ProductivityModule 3: What is a Novel & GenreModule 4: PlotModule 5: CharacterModule 6: ThemeModule 7: Word ChoiceModule 8: Writing Scenes – SORCAModule 9: DialogueModule 10: World BuildingModule 11: Language BuildingModule 12: Narrative Positioning & Description over ExpositionModule 13: Concept MappingModule 14: Constraint and CreativityModule 15: Defamiliarization & NLPModule 16: Suspense, Tension, Hooks & Cliffhangers & LOCKModule 17: EditingModule 18: Drafting your Novel with ChatGPTModule 19: From Hook to Inbox: Blurbs, Synopses & Query Letters for NovelistsModule 20: Author Function – Social Media Guidehttp://www.iain-mckinnon.comSecure your spot today and let's embark on this transformative writing course together!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/creative-writing-theme/100001993124379673
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops, performances, theatre, entertainment, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 2 hours
  - Location: Little Picardy
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 9.98, max: 14.99, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Edinburgh
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Little Picardy
- **lat**: 55.9567332
- **long**: -3.1849336
- **full address**: Little Picardy, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Creative Writing: Theme being held?
  - **A:** Creative Writing: Theme takes place on Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 09 Sep, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Little Picardy, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Creative Writing: Theme?
  - **A:** Creative Writing: Theme is organized by Iain McKinnon.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Creative Writing: Theme is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Creative Writing: Theme sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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