Introductory Workshops with Ed Wright
The Creative Word Shop’s four-week introductory course helps you acquire the skills you’ll need to plunge into the short story, memoir, screenplay or novel you’re burning to write. In a…
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Memoir Writing Workshop with David Kelly
Take those first steps towards writing your memoir in this fascinating course that will teach how to find your voice, identify key incidents in your life and shape them into…
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Advanced Writing Workshop with Ed Wright
Are you working on a manuscript, but feel the need for feedback, beta readers, or even just a deadline to make sure you are getting the words down on the…
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Tailored Writing Workshops
Would your organisation benefit from improving the kinds of writing it does? Whether you’re a business looking to hone the client focus of your emails, or a government organisation in…
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Romance Writing Workshop with Michelle Douglas
This fun six-week course will give participants an understanding of the individual elements that are essential to creating a successful romance novel. In a lively and supportive atmosphere, incorporating group…
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I needed to finish my memoir and stop the writing procrastination. In the first term at Creative Word Shop I learned so much, I enrolled again. Ed expanded my skills with accurate feedback, guiding my writing voice and helping me stay on track. The workshops were fun, educational and professional and my book would not have been published, had it not been for Ed’s encouragement and wonderful teaching. Bronwyn MacRitchie, author of Pixie Dust.
Had the most amazing 8 weeks learning from the magnificent Ed! With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry, we were taught all the basic fundamental tools and techniques in order to think, as well as construct pieces of writing as true creatives would. Would highly recommend Ed and the Creative Word Shop to anyone contemplating taking a writing course. Ticked off the bucket list, and I’ll definitely be signing up to another! Maddison Gibson
Loved our recent classes! Great discussion and thought provoking lessons. Thanks Ed!
Shannon
Writing is such a solitary task, to share work with open minds at these workshops is a wonderful motivator, educator and inspiration. Without a doubt the manuscript takes a stronger shape as a result of these classes.
Jamie Lewis
Creative Director, Filmmaker and Writer
I just want to pass on how much I enjoyed the memoir writing class and particularly the assistance I have got from David. He has really helped me open up and recall lots about my childhood that is important but I had forgotten. I am so excited to be able to put pen to paper more confidently than ever before. I look forward to being in David’s class again soon so I can keep improving. He has a lovely manner and gently gets to the bottom of what is important to write about.
Sue C
I chose Ed’s class because I wanted the discipline of 8 weeks of writing focus and to hook up with the local writing community. I got so much more than that. Ed is a genuinely generous teacher, a little quirky and incredibly knowledgeable. I loved our discussions, the challenge of the writing exercises and the guest workshops with successful published writers. I simply can’t wait until next term. I will definitely be back!!
Liane Morris
I thoroughly enjoyed the beginners writing course run by Ed Wright. In a supportive and relaxed atmosphere, I quickly learnt some basic building blocks of writing that years of reading about writing and personal dabbling hadn’t taught me. I am now more confident in working at my own writing.
Christine Bruderlin
The Advanced Novel Workshop really helped me to get valuable feedback on an early draft of my novel. I found workshopping in this environment allowed me to reflect on other participant’s input and how their suggestions may improve my work. Wendy’s practical advice was invaluable and will benefit my manuscript.
Ant Wood
author of Flamingo Charli