Four-course ticket offer – How to write series curated by Lionel Shriver
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A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to receive personalised feedback on your writing from two publishing experts
This April, it’s writing month at Guardian Masterclasses. We’re delighted that award-winning authorLionel Shriver has curated a selection of Masterclasses for the month, suitable for writers of all levels.
Our exclusive four-course offer includes tickets for selected classes from this series, plus a one-to-one feedback session with Suzie Dooré, publishing director at The Borough Press, and literary agent Ed Wilson. Spaces are limited to 10 people so book your place now to avoid disappointment.
Before the feedback session, you’ll be invited to submit up to 2,000 words of your writing, for which you’ll receive in-person feedback during a 30-minute session at the Guardian offices in London.
Your 2,000 words could be part of a chapter, a whole chapter, or a synopsis plus a writing sample. You’ll received tailored advice on how to bring out the strengths in your writing, and give your manuscript the best possible chance of getting published.
The ticket price includes places on the following four classes:
- Creating characters for your novel: A writing class with Louisa Young
- Plotting for fiction and drama: A class with S.J. Parris and Sean McCann
- How to write a good ending: A writer’s workshop with Laura Barnett
- How to get your novel published: A class with literary agent Ed Wilson and publisher Suzie Dooré
Full course and returns information on the Masterclasses website
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Welcome to Guardian Masterclasses – a unique programme of learning embedded within one of the world's most forward-thinking media organisations.
We offer a broad range of short and long courses across a variety of disciplines from creative writing, journalism, photography and design, film and digital media, music and cultural appreciation.
Harnessing the expertise and specialisms within the organisation, our courses are led by first class and award winning guardian professionals whilst also drawing on the skills and expertise of other leading figures at the forefront of the creative and digital industries.
The programme is aimed at anyone interested in personal or professional development whether that be refining your skills, focusing your ambition or simply broadening your mind and gaining inspiration.