Past Courses
Aug ’18
18
18
From Pitch to Publication Masterclass
Literary agents will help to demystify the publication process and give the authors of completed manuscripts invaluable tips on how best to present and pitch their work to publishers. Details
Aug ’18
15
15
Becoming a Successful Literary Translator
Shelly Bryant, an experienced translator will address challenges unique to literary translation as well as provide insights to the literary translation industry particularly the China publishing market. Details
Aug ’18
11
11
Introduction to Literary Translation
This session will cover key questions related to the process of literary translation such as the making of a literary translation, the difficulties involved and the making of the translator. Details
Jul ’18
14
14
Drawing for a Living: Opportunities & Challenges
This fun and interactive course is designed for illustrators wanting to break into the exciting business of freelance illustration Details
Jul ’18
7
7
Storytelling with Papercraft
Explore how paper can be used as origami, fold-and-cut, a scroll and more to spice up storytelling activities Details
Jun ’18
25
25
Introduction to Literary Translation
Key questions related to the process of literary translation such as the making of a literary translation, the difficulties involved and the making of the translator.will be covered in this course. Details
Jun ’18
22
22
How to Survive as a Freelance Writer
Aspiring writers can learn tips on how to pitch to both print and online publications in the prevalence of freelance writing Details
Jun ’18
22
22
Virtual Reality (VR) Storytelling for Kids
Experience VR from your own story Details
Jun ’18
22
22
Augmented Reality (AR) Storytelling for Kids
Create your first AR program from a story Details
Jun ’18
9
9
Love Travelling and Writing? Be a Travel Writer! (2-day workshop)
Love to travel and write? Are there new places to discover? How does one get published? Find out more in two sessions! Details
May ’18
26
26
Writing Contemporary Haiku and Haibun
Newcomers and experienced writers can enter into a fascinating journey to learn about Haiku and Haibun, literary art forms originating from Japan Details
May ’18
19
19
Improvising Stories - Stories to Remember!
In this hands-on workshop for adults, you will become aware of how important it is to use information from your senses to create/tell appealing and memorable stories. Details
May ’18
12
12
Journaling - Reflective Writing for Self-Discovery
If you have had a taste and appreciation of writing as a salve, this workshop on journaling will help you discover some good practices and ideas on how to deepen the experience. Details
Apr ’18
28
28
Role of Animals in Books for Children and Youths
Learn and discuss about the portrayal of animals in children's books and how nonhuman animals might be more realistically portrayed in children's literature Details
Apr ’18
14
14