Past Courses
Apr ’20
18-26
18-26
Picture Book Matters
Through these workshops, participants will learn step-by-step how picture books of all genres are created for the traditional publishing market. Details
Apr ’20
4-5
4-5
Writing Malay Fiction: The Okky Madasari Way
For those who want to write fiction, mastering writing short story and novel, and dream of becoming a published writer, or simply want to enhance writing skills, this is a perfect opportunity with an award-winning and best-selling author in town Details
Feb ’20
14-15
14-15
Book Cover Design: The Birth of Ideas
This workshop is targeted at professional creatives who want to explore the boundaries between written and visual storytelling. Details
Feb ’20
13
13
Conversation with a Book Cover Designer
Xavier Comas will be sharing stories from his three decades of experience as a designer that will amuse, surprise and even shock you. Details
Feb ’20
8
8
Food is Life! A Food and Life Writing Workshop
For anyone who has ever felt passionately about a dish, a food culture or an ingredient, this workshop invites you to explore its significance in your life. Details
Jan ’20
9
9
Conversation with a Literary Agent
This talk will introduce aspiring authors, especially first time authors, to the publishing industry. Details
Nov ’19
16
16
Children’s Book Boot Camp
Learn the nuances of children's book writing, and the art of perfect pitch with Cynthea Liu. Details
Nov ’19
5
5
Writing For Children And Young People: Coincidences And Realities Of Crossing Borders
Discover how books for children cross borders of genres, subject and language Details
Nov ’19
4
4
Translation in the Language of Europe
Extending your audience through translation Details
Nov ’19
4-8
4-8
Young Author Scheme
Children learn to improve their descriptive and vocabulary skills Details
Oct ’19
30
30
Adapting For The International Chinese Market
Navigate the Chinese publishing market Details
Oct ’19
24
24
Boost Your Email Marketing
A non-technical guide to creating email marketing that your subscribers will welcome in their inbox Details
Oct ’19
23
23
Write Engaging Copy: How To Improve Your Copywriting Skills
A fun workshop to help you to write more persuasive copy no matter how specialist your product or service Details
Sep ’19
14
14
Travel Writing in the Digital Age
In the age of 'Instagram points' and commercialisation of traditional hospitality seen in the rise of Airbnb, what can a travel writer now write about? Details
Aug ’19
17
17