Creative writing isn't just about writing a story. It can be used effectively to heighten self-esteem, encourage independent thinking and as a team building exercise when presented in a group setting.
Suitable for all levels of literacy and writing experience, my workshops are designed to make creative writing accessible, while using it as a tool to improve the way people view themselves and their lives. In a work setting this can lead to enhanced self-confidence and willingness to take the initiative, which means it benefits the employer as well as the employee.
Workshops can be designed to suit your needs as a business. So, if you wanted the emphasis to be on team-building, the workshop would reflect this, with shared work and goals, group exercises and so on. For more general workshops the exercises are designed to help people to look at themselves in a different way and to encourage them to try new things, even if they are not certain of success.
The workshops can be structured as stand-alone sessions of two hours, as half and full days or as a series of sessions lasting from an hour at a time, which can be spread over days or weeks. They take place either at your own establishment or at another venue, which I can arrange for you if necessary.
I am a local author and professional tutor, based in West Cumbria. I have experience of working with groups of widely ranging abilities. My approach is relaxed and informal and I am used to working with people who are unsure they even want to pick up a pen! I aim to make creative writing enjoyable as well as challenging and I work so that the most literary phobic can be surprised at what they achieve.
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