I have no creative writing courses scheduled at present as I am concentrating on my editing and proofreading service.
Browse the information below for a flavour of what I can offer. If you like what you see, contact me to discuss potential future courses.
I also offer one-off workshops for corporate training and team-building, or for confidence-building and self-expression for vulnerable groups. Contact me here chris@cjharterbooks.co.uk to find out how creative writing can enhance your life and work.
Browse the information below for a flavour of what I can offer. If you like what you see, contact me to discuss potential future courses.
I also offer one-off workshops for corporate training and team-building, or for confidence-building and self-expression for vulnerable groups. Contact me here chris@cjharterbooks.co.uk to find out how creative writing can enhance your life and work.

New Creative Writing For Beginners. Classes start
1 February 2018 at Westleigh Adult and Community Learning Centre.
Thursdays 6.30-9pm 8 weeks.
Only £40
Enrol 23 and 25 January 6-8pm at Westleigh Adult and Community Learning Centre.
Scroll down to read what learners say about the course.
1 February 2018 at Westleigh Adult and Community Learning Centre.
Thursdays 6.30-9pm 8 weeks.
Only £40
Enrol 23 and 25 January 6-8pm at Westleigh Adult and Community Learning Centre.
Scroll down to read what learners say about the course.

Lots of you have asked me for a course on how to write a novel.
As a published novelist whose latest novel has already won awards, I have plenty of experience to share with you. And as a qualified trainer with thirty years' experience in adult learning, I have the skills to help you make the most of your talent.
This course covers all important elements of novel-writing:
- how to structure and plot your story
- how to create compelling characters the reader will love... or love to hate
- how to choose the most effective point of view for your story
- how to build in conflict and resolution
- how to create the perfect setting
- how to write great dialogue
This course is for you if you have already done a beginners' course with me, or if you have already embarked on writing a novel. If you want to start with something simpler, do contact me about my absolute beginners' courses.
What students say about my Novel-Writing For Beginners Course:
"Couldn't ask for a better teacher." TM
"It helped me develop my ideas for my novel both in terms of structure and character development." SP
"Helpful, fun, enjoyed it." GT
"Great support and encouragement." SJ
"Excellent." SM
"Feedback was always positive and useful."SF
"Lots of suggested resources." KP
As a published novelist whose latest novel has already won awards, I have plenty of experience to share with you. And as a qualified trainer with thirty years' experience in adult learning, I have the skills to help you make the most of your talent.
This course covers all important elements of novel-writing:
- how to structure and plot your story
- how to create compelling characters the reader will love... or love to hate
- how to choose the most effective point of view for your story
- how to build in conflict and resolution
- how to create the perfect setting
- how to write great dialogue
This course is for you if you have already done a beginners' course with me, or if you have already embarked on writing a novel. If you want to start with something simpler, do contact me about my absolute beginners' courses.
What students say about my Novel-Writing For Beginners Course:
"Couldn't ask for a better teacher." TM
"It helped me develop my ideas for my novel both in terms of structure and character development." SP
"Helpful, fun, enjoyed it." GT
"Great support and encouragement." SJ
"Excellent." SM
"Feedback was always positive and useful."SF
"Lots of suggested resources." KP
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Watch this space for news of my new poetry appreciation course Poetry In 3D Intrigued? Also, new standalone creative writing workshops coming soon. Contact me to find out more... chris@cjharterbooks.co.uk |