Summer Events: Faber Academy Open Evening & Writing a Novel Webinar

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We’re delighted to announce two exciting Faber Academy events this summer: join us for an Open Evening at our London offices, or participate in our online Writing a Novel webinar.

 

Both events are free, but places are limited. Read on to discover what each event has to offer and to book your tickets.

 

Faber Academy Open Evening

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Date: Thursday 1 August 2024
Time: 18:00–22:00
Location: The Bindery, London

 

Join us on Thursday 1 August as we open the doors for our inaugural Faber Academy Open Evening at The Bindery. Drop by our Inspiration Station for takeaway writing prompts, participate in a free, introductory workshop, engage in a dynamic Q&A session with our tutors and mingle with fellow writers over drinks.

 

Secure your free workshop place now

Schedule of Events

 

18:00–18:30
Arrivals and Welcome
Faber Academy staff will be on hand to greet you and get you settled in.

 

18:00–22:00
Drop-in Creative Writing Space & Pop-Up Bookshop
Location: Faber Foyer
Drop by our creative writing space, pick up some takeaway writing prompts and chat with Faber Academy staff. No ticket needed.

 

18:30–19:30
An Introduction to Writing a Novel Workshop
Join one of our Writing a Novel tutors for a free introductory workshop. Limited tickets available.

 

19:30–20:00
Drinks and Mingling
Take a break to enjoy some refreshments and mingle with fellow attendees and staff. Entrance with workshop ticket.

 

20:00–21:00
Q&A Session
Location: Event Space
Writing a Novel tutors Joanna Briscoe, Sabrina Broadbent and Shelley Weiner will be in conversation, discussing various aspects of novel writing, followed by an open Q&A session. The panel event will be hosted by Richard Skinner, Director of the Fiction Programme at Faber Academy and creator of the Writing a Novel course. Entrance with workshop ticket.

 

21:00–22:00
Drinks and Mingling
End the evening with more drinks and networking opportunities. Entrance with workshop ticket.

 

 

For more details and to book your workshop tickets, click here.

 

Writing a Novel Webinar with Sarah May

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Date: Wednesday, 24 July 2024
Time: 13:00–14:00
Location: Online (via Zoom)

 

Join us for an insightful webinar with Writing a Novel course tutor Sarah May. This online session will provide a comprehensive introduction to our flagship Writing a Novel course, and Faber Academy staff will be available to answer your questions.

Webinar Highlights:

  • Learn about the Writing a Novel course and the key components of novel writing.
  • Gain valuable tips and insights from experienced tutor Sarah May.
  • Participate in a Q&A session to address your specific queries.

This webinar is perfect for those who would like to get a taste of what our Writing a Novel course entails from the comfort of their home, or for those specifically interested in the online version.

 

For more details and to register, click here.

 

 

 

 

Writing a Novel is designed to support aspiring fiction writers to develop their craft over six months, with courses in London (at Faber’s HQ in Hatton Garden), Newcastle and online.

 

A six-month programme of seminars, sessions will cover all the essentials of novel writing – including character, story, structure, plotting, voice, dialogue, conflict and more.

 

Find out more about the next iterations of Writing a Novel here.

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