Year of Novel Extensive

Sunday 18 March 2012 - Sunday 14 October 2012

Presented by: PD Martin
Rating: Early and Emerging
Type: Course

Sundays, 10am – 4pm. 18 March, 15 April, 20 May, 17 June, 15 July, 12 August, 16 September & 14 October

Whether you’re a beginner or emerging author, by the end of this eight-month course you will have improved your writing craft and finished a first draft of your novel. Phillipa (PD) Martin will guide you through the major stages of novel writing including analysing genres, planning, research, character development, plot development, dialogue and the all-important writing process. The sessions will include theory, practical tips and exercises/workshopping to improve your writing skills, including methods for “stream of consciousness” writing. You’ll also learn about the basics of self-editing and the publishing industry – finding an agent, finding a publisher, the publishing process and self-promotion.

Phillipa Martin is the author of five crime fiction novels published in 13 countries. Her Sophie Anderson series has met with international acclaim. Her books are Body Count, The Murderers’ Club, Fan Mail, The Killing Hands and Kiss of Death. She’s also published an ebook novella, Coming Home. www.pdmartin.com.au

THIS COURSE IS FULL.