Join us for an 8 Week Creative Nonfiction Writing Course at Gloucester Road Books!
Dive into the art of crafting compelling true stories, blending factual narrative with the creative flair of fiction. Whether you're a seasoned writer or a beginner, you will be guided through techniques in a range of non-fiction writing including memoir, personal essays, literary journalism, biography, feature and review writing, and writing for Substack and other blogging platforms.
The course will run from Wednesday 1 October - Wednesday 19 November.
Taught in a small group workshop with a maximum of 10 participants, you will have the unique opportunity to share your writing each week in a supportive and friendly environment.
Join this vibrant community of writers in the heart of Bristol's Gloucester Road and embark on a journey to bring your true stories to life.
What to Expect:
- Interactive Workshops: Engage in collaborative sessions to refine your writing.
- Expert Guidance: Learn from a seasoned instructor with a passion for storytelling.
- Personal Feedback: Receive constructive critiques to improve your craft.
- Diverse Readings: Explore a variety of creative nonfiction works for inspiration.
- Writing Exercises: Participate in targeted activities to develop your skills.
- Peer Support: Join a supportive community of fellow writers.
- Publication Tips: Learn how to submit to journals, magazines, and online platforms.
- Substack Guidance: Create and grow your own newsletter to reach a wider audience.
- Final Project: Complete a polished piece of creative nonfiction by the end of the course.
About your tutor
Holly Rigby is a writer and university lecturer, who has written for The Guardian, The Independent and the Tes. She has also appeared as a political commentator on current affairs programming on the BBC, Sky News and Channel 4. Her book Miss: when a teacher breaks the rules about the ten years she spent as an Inner London English teacher will be published by Repeater Books in 2025. She is currently a Lecturer at City University in Narrative Nonfiction Writing.
Course Details:
The course will run from Wednesday 1 October - Wednesday 19 November., from 6 - 8pm, and is hosted at Bristol’s Gloucester Road Books.
The price of the course is £375 for all eight weeks. .
Payment plans are available. Please get in touch at hollyarigby@gmail.com if this is something you would like to access.
