Past Courses

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

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

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

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

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

Conversation with a Literary Agent

This talk will introduce aspiring authors, especially first time authors, to the publishing industry. Details

Children’s Book Boot Camp

Learn the nuances of children's book writing, and the art of perfect pitch with Cynthea Liu. Details

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

Translation in the Language of Europe

Extending your audience through translation Details

Young Author Scheme

Children learn to improve their descriptive and vocabulary skills Details

Adapting For The International Chinese Market

Navigate the Chinese publishing market Details

Boost Your Email Marketing

A non-technical guide to creating email marketing that your subscribers will welcome in their inbox Details

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

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

Write Your Memoir Now

Learn the techniques of how to shape your personal milestones into vivid and memorable narratives for the reader. Details