I AM DELIGHTED TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING CREATIVE WRITING CLASSES SUITABLE FOR EVERYONE WHETHER YOU ARE JUST BEGINNING TO EXPRESS YOURSELF CREATIVELY OR HAVE A MORE ESTABLISHED PRACTICE.

WRITE FROM THE HEART: WEEKLY CREATIVE PRACTICE 

Thursday nights 7- 8 p.m. starting 3rd September 

£6 drop in, £20/£15 for low income for block of 4 (non-sequential)

60 minutes of unlocking creativity. We begin with an opening circle, guided meditation and writing or drawing practice together. We end with a closing circle, and observations on our own creative practice.

This class is perfect if you are finding it hard to focus and get down to writing or creating art. We connect and work together  in a safe online space while committing to our creative practice for an hour which helps us to build stamina.

PLEASE BOOK YOUR SPOT IN ADVANCE EACH WEEK AT LEAST ONE HOUR BEFOREHAND BY EMAILING ME DIRECTLY ON: scottishwriters2017@gmail.com to let me know.

HOW TO WRITE A NOVEL: WEEKLY FICTION WRITING CLASS

Friday nights, starting 4th September

£60/£45 for low income for four classes: 7 – 8.30 p.m. Small group with limited numbers. 

In this four week course I draw on my experience as an author of ten novels, as well as a Masters Graduate in Creative Writing & Associate Fellow of Higher Education. Together we delve into the intoxicating world of fiction writing, and access skills which enable us to release deeper meaning in our stories, and authentic emotional impact for our readers.

Each class is 90 minutes long, and takes the form of a workshop with practical exercises, and opportunities to share with feedback.

The four weeks focus on different aspects of writing fiction: Ideas & beginnings; Storyline & structure; Characterisation; Settings & World Building.

Numbers are limited. Please book your space by emailing me directly on: scottishwriters2017@gmail.com

All fees to be paid up front to ensure your place. Any questions? Please don’t hesitate to drop me a line.

Photos by Chloe Salvi

TESTIMONIALS

‘Noelle has a way of bringing out imagination in everyone, which results in stellar writing.’ (Elizabeth)

‘I learned concrete techniques I could implement straight away, got loads of invigorating encouragement, and have been busy writing ever since.’ (Hilde)

‘If you have time and chance to do a course with Noelle, don’t hesitate!’ (Nina)

‘Noelle’s experience, knowledge and know-how leaves you roaring to write.’ (Ila)

‘Such an enriching experience with a great bunch of women.’ (Lynne)

“My experience with Noelle, both working with her and attending her courses, is that she is a devoted and charismatic teacher. She connects with participants in a very special way so that the creative work is focused. Noelle has built very structured yet dynamic and enriching courses. The fact that she guides you step-by-step make her courses particularly attractive. The result is that you get to experience what she is teaching rather than hear about it. Creative blocks and fear of writing melt away and creativity kicks in. By taking one of Noelle’s writing courses, I believe you get a deeper understanding of what the craft of writing is and what your role should be in wanting to master it.”

Karen Rosenstock, Litteraturhuset Bergen & Skrivekunstkollektivet