Institute of Continuing Education (ICE)
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Perhaps you have a brilliant idea but are not sure how to proceed? Or a part-written novel that has lost its way? Perhaps you just want the confidence to start? We discuss what a novel can do and how readers become writers. We look at beginnings, middles and ends, at inspiration, and - crucially - how to keep going and build up a routine to avoid alluring distractions and self-doubt. There will be opportunities to share ideas and try out prompts and exercises for when you hit a wall. Finally, we discuss the path from idea to story to published book: the journey and challenge of completing a novel. This is a Creative Writing 10 session course and must be taken with W4CWAm50 in week 4.
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