

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ten Week 'Get That Novel Started' Creative Writing Course - South Bank, SE1
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue, 19 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: This fun and inspiring course covers the key ingredients necessary for you to instantly begin writing your novel.About this EventCourse title: 'Get That Novel Started'.Venue: National Theatre, Southbank, London SE1Address: Upper Ground, South Bank, London SE1 9PXDates: Tuesdays 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st March; 7th April - then one week break on 14th April - then resume 21st, 28th April; 5th, 12th, 19th May 2026Time: 6.30-8.30pmCourse Number: SB100326Price: £459 / £429 concessions (senior citizens, persons with a disability)Duration: ten weeks - one group session per week of two hours + one critiqued homeworkClass Size: Maximum 10 students (6 required for workshop to proceed)*(*Once enrolled, should the course not go ahead and there is not a suitable alternative course you’d like to transfer to, you will receive a full and immediate refund. Please note: refunds via Eventbrite can take 3-5 working days.)Format: In-class discussion of the weekly topic, practised via in-class writing exercises. Also, homework of 2,000 words of your novel to be sent in, which is critiqued.The course's aim: to develop the many aspects of your work.Age: 18 and above. (I am DBS checked)Description: This creative writing course is suitable for beginners or writers looking for a fresh injection of inspiration, and is perfect for all genres and those wishing to write short stories.Course Outline: In the warm, fun and inspiring environment of London’s Southbank, you will learn the nuts and bolts of the creative process and the necessary key ingredients – character, structure, plot, theme, drama, the creation of ideas, point of view, location and so much more - plus, with a critique of 1,000 words each week - making this the best value, most inspiring and beneficial course of its kind on the market.Each week, we begin with fun writing exercises to practice the above-mentioned aspects. Then, we will focus on a particular subject (e.g., backstory), which, again, we practice via writing exercises, all of which benefit you hugely in your development as a writer as you begin to write your novel.Week 1 - Structure: the key phases of a story (the start, middle and end) and the job each should do, allowing us to build in the rising tension, drama and jeopardy (relevant, of course, to the genre and type of story) to make your story shine. We look at your novel idea then discuss what could happen next (allowing your imagination and creativity to run), what should happen next (to underpin your story with authenticity, as appropriate), and begin to think about your story endings.Week 2 - Character: the development of your protagonist via creation of their backstory, physical description, likes and dislikes etc, so we (as the writer) get to know them as we know people in our lives. This then makes our characters more rounded and relatable, thus creating that bond between the reader and our character, which is key for your novel’s success. Being the vehicle via which our stories are told, characters, of course, are of upmost importance.Week 3 - Dialogue: a hugely important part of writing, for it is via this that readers can really get to know our characters. Plus, as the writer, we can convey emotions, mannerisms, action, movement and so much more. Many readers feel it is via dialogue that a story really comes to life.Week 4 - Location: an absolutely key part of our writing, for, of course, everything happens somewhere. And locations are the canvas upon which our stories are told. And once the reader feels there, in the location, be it a sandy beach, a bustling city or a tiny bedsit, they will absorb our content on a much deeper level, allowing us to deliver that rich and immersive reader experience.Week 5 - Plot: the development of our story via key questions and plot twists, building our story into a strong, compelling reader experience with a satisfying ending. Also, the need to maintain high energy in the story (appropriate to the genre) and keep the reader hooked. We will create a plot point list which, whilst constantly evolving, tells us so very much about our story line, any gaps, the energy points, plot threads, plot twists and so much more.Week 6 - Getting Published &amp; the Reader Experience: how to present our work in the very best way that will keep those pages turn and have your reader recommending your novel to everyone they know. The mechanics of a good read go way beyond the story itself, and whilst, of course, story is key, the delivery, presentation and decisions on when to deliver our key plots, go such a long way to creating the biggest impact possible; likewise pacing, flow, the balance between narrative, descriptions and dialogue. And this synchs with what a literary agent or publisher will be expecting/be hooked by, thus greatly increasing your chances of being signed.Week 7 - Descriptions: we work on how to engage the reader's imagination and make them feel there, in the moment, in the location. Reader's want escapism and to be immersed. This week, we learn the techniques to achieve precisely that, transforming our work from merely words on the page to a deep, immersive, captivating read.Week 8 - Blurbs, the Synopsis, and Streamlining - these afore-mentioned writing exercises allow us authors the necessary clarity to ensure our story's delivery in silky-smooth and gripping. An outstanding reader experience is the sum of many parts, and the knowledge of what precisely our novel is about - as in knowing all its threads and layers - can be achieved by the practice of these exercises.Week 9 - Research - authenticity is key to ensuring our reader is hooked and swept up in our story. Be it a location, a historical event or a technical aspect, we must ensure authenticity to a) thrill the readr, and b) ensure our stories stack up. For should a reader even begin to doubt our research/knowledge of a particular aspect, or even find fault or be an expert themselves, then their confidence in our work can quickly diminish. This week's exercises, therefore, will ensure this is avoided and that our writing is of only the highest level.Week Ten - Bringing It All Together &amp; the Writer's Work EthicPracticing everything we have learnt over these three weeks is key, as is a disciplined work ethic to ensure our ideas and ambitions become a reality. Being the long form, a novel is no easy task to complete, yet, with sound planning, it can definitely be achievable whilst remaining exciting, inspiring and great fun too. This final week brings everything together to ensure you leave with all the tools necessary to complete your writing goals.From the get-go, you will begin to produce work, sharing it with your fellow students (if you so wish, no pressure but highly-recommended) to build your confidence, critiquing skills and the necessary thick-skin all writers must have. And over the six weeks, you will also develop a writer’s work ethic and discipline to make your goals happen, seeing remarkable results each day.At the end of the course, you will have potentially produced the first six-thousand words of your novel (only if you wish; highly-recommended but no pressure), and be fired up to continue towards your end target.FAQAre there any course requirements? Yes, you’ll need basic written English skills to benefit from it, plus access to the internet for the sending and receiving of homeworkIs previous creative writing experience required? No.Are there any other costs? No.Is there anything I need to bring? Your own writing materials – pens, paper, laptop etc.And perhaps most importantly - why choose Creative Writer UK as opposed to other course providers?Apart from working with a passionate, enthusiastic and vastly-experienced author and coach in Dominic, you will also:Be taught in a group with a maximum number of ten students - small enough to ensure personal attention and inclusion, whilst broad enough to benefit from a cross-section of influences and inspirations. There’s nothing like being in the company of fellow-creatives, and we want you to get the upmost from the course.Each week, you will receive detailed critique on your homework, guiding you on all aspects of writing, especially those particular to your style. You will also be encouraged to ask questions, so we can email your critique back-and-forth to iron out/polish any aspects. We want you to excel on this course, and not-only meet, but exceed your expectations. And also, it’s the discipline of having to send work through each week that really helps keep students motivated, disciplined and writing regularly - absolutely vital aspects to achieve your writing goals.Reviews:'This course made my dream of writing a novel into a reality. Learning structure, discipline and how to work through blank-page-syndrome have been a revelation. Thank you, Dominic. Highly-recommended.' Charlotte, Sussex.'The accountability of having to send in homework each week was wonderful. And the critique was so useful, giving me insight to what really makes a plot work. An excellent course and I'll be back for more.' Cliff, Bermondsey.Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me on: dominic@creative-writer.co.ukThank you very much and I hope to work with you on your writing goals.Best wishes &amp; happy writing!DominicDominic Cantydominic@creative-writer.co.ukwww.creative-writer.co.uk
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- **city**: London
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: National Theatre
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- **full address**: National Theatre, Upper Ground, London, United Kingdom

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- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm (+00:00)
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