I have no creative writing courses scheduled at present as I am concentrating on my editing and proofreading service. Check back soon for new dates.
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 with vulnerable groups.
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 with vulnerable groups.
Find out how creative writing can enhance your life and work:
Praise for CJ Harter's Beginners' Creative Writing Course:
"This course is perfect for anyone who is interested in writing but isn't sure where to begin. It covers all the basic genres and forms, and helps build confidence in your own ability." D
"I wasn't sure what to expect because this is the first time for me. But I would say it was excellent. I would like to join future courses with CJ." H
"I gained enough confidence to go from the odd poem to short story writing." L
"I just want to say thank you for today - I felt really positive and confident coming away from it. I really enjoyed the prompt exercise, and felt I produced something rather good in the end!" L
"It's great to have a structured approach during the sessions and it feels like a safe space to share ideas." N
"CJ is a patient and inspiring tutor." F
"The course boosted my confidence immensely as I've not done much writing since leaving school." C
"Excellent, enjoyable course. Sad that it's come to an end!" O
"Informative, thorough, friendly, relaxed." M
"Enjoyable, non-judgmental and thought-provoking." B
"I felt safe and supported in a very positive manner." H
"I enjoyed writing poetry more than I thought I ever would." F
"A great deal. Plenty of inspiration and guidance but no pressure." W
"CJ is patient and supportive whilst inspiring and encouraging, without pushing. A good balance!" E
"I got a lot from being in a group and also, spurred on by CJ, the exercises each week were inspiring." A
"I had never thought about how important reading was before. Now I see it is crucial to becoming a better writer." V
"A very rewarding experience." G
"The atmosphere has been friendly and I've enjoyed it." P
"This course is perfect for anyone who is interested in writing but isn't sure where to begin. It covers all the basic genres and forms, and helps build confidence in your own ability." D
"I wasn't sure what to expect because this is the first time for me. But I would say it was excellent. I would like to join future courses with CJ." H
"I gained enough confidence to go from the odd poem to short story writing." L
"I just want to say thank you for today - I felt really positive and confident coming away from it. I really enjoyed the prompt exercise, and felt I produced something rather good in the end!" L
"It's great to have a structured approach during the sessions and it feels like a safe space to share ideas." N
"CJ is a patient and inspiring tutor." F
"The course boosted my confidence immensely as I've not done much writing since leaving school." C
"Excellent, enjoyable course. Sad that it's come to an end!" O
"Informative, thorough, friendly, relaxed." M
"Enjoyable, non-judgmental and thought-provoking." B
"I felt safe and supported in a very positive manner." H
"I enjoyed writing poetry more than I thought I ever would." F
"A great deal. Plenty of inspiration and guidance but no pressure." W
"CJ is patient and supportive whilst inspiring and encouraging, without pushing. A good balance!" E
"I got a lot from being in a group and also, spurred on by CJ, the exercises each week were inspiring." A
"I had never thought about how important reading was before. Now I see it is crucial to becoming a better writer." V
"A very rewarding experience." G
"The atmosphere has been friendly and I've enjoyed it." P
Here's what learners said about our wonderfully creative and productive classes at Lowton and Hindley High Schools:
"Exceptional. Pushed me. Challenged me. Gave me so much."
"Picking up my pen, not knowing what I will write, has felt like buying a ticket for a journey, not knowing where I'm going to, not knowing who I will meet, and not knowing when I will return... and loving every minute of it!"
"CJ has cultivated a friendly environment where I feel safe to share the pieces I have written and she has developed my writing."
"Exceptional. Pushed me. Challenged me. Gave me so much."
"Picking up my pen, not knowing what I will write, has felt like buying a ticket for a journey, not knowing where I'm going to, not knowing who I will meet, and not knowing when I will return... and loving every minute of it!"
"CJ has cultivated a friendly environment where I feel safe to share the pieces I have written and she has developed my writing."
Lots of you asked for a course on how to write a novel.
As a published novelist, 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 taken a beginners' course with me, or if you have already embarked on writing a novel. If you want to start with something simpler, contact me about my absolute beginners' courses.
What students say about our 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, 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 taken a beginners' course with me, or if you have already embarked on writing a novel. If you want to start with something simpler, contact me about my absolute beginners' courses.
What students say about our 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
If you'd like to experience the feel-good factor of writing for well-being, as my wonderful students have...
