Young Adult Writing for Beginners

by Steven Lochran

Description







Drawing on his experience as an author – as well as over a decade spent working in the publishing

industry – Steven Lochran will walk participants through the process of writing their own Young Adult manuscript,

from initial inspiration to plotting and the pitching process.

Topics covered:







  • How to develop ideas and shape them into manuscript form.
  • How to draw on real world experiences to strengthen your writing.
  • How to add verve to descriptive prose.
  • How to structure plot to engage a reader.


  • How to identify trends in the market and pitch your work to publishers.

Details

Audience

General public / upper secondary students

Duration

1 or 2 day sessions, ranging from 6 to 12 hours depending on client’s requirements.

Requirements

Data projector and screen Audio (for playing videos, etc.) Handouts – printing Handouts – photocopying Whiteboard and markers

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