Courses and Events 2026
Sharon Duggal and me at Arvon Lumb Bank, where we were co-teaching a course in November 2022 [Photo by Claire McNamee]
Me running a 'Writing Sizzling Sex Scenes' workshop at the 2020 Surrey New Writers Festival (a week before the first lockdown).
On a panel with Courttia Newland and Alison Rumfitt, at the 2019 Surrey New Writers Festival
7 March 2026 Q&A and screening with Suhayla El-Bushra
Forthwrite Festival, The Old Courtoom, Brighton
I'll be in conversation with screenwriter Suhayla El-Bushra, discussing her journey to writing and releasing her feature film, Brides. The interview will be followed by the film. Details here
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28 March 2026 Dialogue One-Day Masterclass
Creative Writing Programme, Brighton
How to hone your dialogue till it zings. Covers the rules of dialogue, and when to break them; how to give your characters distinct voices; pitfalls to avoid, and much more. Details here
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13 June 2026 Pace One-Day Masterclass
Creative Writing Programme, Brighton
Pace is a fundamental, yet elusive, element of writing. What actually is it, and how can you improve it in your own story? This practical workshop will explore techniques for using pace more effectively: from sentence to paragraph to scene, and beyond. Details here