What’s on in February: A free webinar, a show-don’t-tell workshop, and so much more…

Posted January 29, 2021

This February, we’ve got a treasure trove of courses and programmes for you. From our Power of Writing Course – specially designed for beginner writers – to our popular Saturday Workshop, and of course our flagship Creative Writing Course, there’s something for writers of every stripe. Watch the video above or scroll through the options below to find the perfect course for your writing needs.

Online Creative Writing Course

Master the secrets of creative writing and write the story you’ve always wanted to.

This comprehensive creative writing course is designed to provide you with the skills and tools every writer needs to tell your own story whether it’s a novel, short stories or creative non-fiction – biography or memoir. Start today on a journey that’ll last a lifetime. Cost: £ 350 / ZAR 6300

Power of Writing

A four-part introduction to the essentials of creative writing. The introductory Power of Writing course takes you to the heart of creative writing.

Over just four online modules, the course introduces you to a handful of creative writing’s essential skills.
Comprehensive feedback helps consolidate your mastery of these skills. Start a creative writing adventure today and learn the basics of dramatic writing. Cost: £45 / ZAR750

Creative Writing Coaching: Focus on Scenes

The self-guided programme that will make you a better writer and help you establish a writing discipline. Explore your creative self with no pressure and no-one looking over your shoulder.

Receive advice from writers who understand what you need, creative stimulation and writing practice by email every day for 14 days. You have the option to upgrade to receive personal written feedback on your final exercise. Cost: £125 / ZAR2250

GIBS Business Writing Masterclass

Write your way to business leadership and success. A first impression can make or break your career – and it’s often formed on what you write. Write to be read, not ignored. To draw respect, not judgement.

Let two of South Africa’s best-known writing trainers, Jo-Anne Richards and Richard Beynon lead you through the dos and don’ts of the new business writing, tailored to a modern business landscape.
Writing clearly and effectively is an essential business skill, sign up today! Cost: ZAR3700

Free Webinar: Character Creation

Creating compelling characters that you and your readers care about is essential in getting your readers to invest in, and engage with your characters. This webinar will be specifically and wholly devoted to improving your creative writing skills.

You’ll set the agenda: we’ll be responding to your questions about any thing to do with creating memorable and compelling characters. Cost: Free!

Show Don’t Tell Saturday Writing Workshop

How do you write in a way that “shows” more than it “tells”? Most writers accept the theory, but many struggle with what it means in practice.

Sign up for our Community Saturday Writing Workshop if you would like to understand more about this crucial aspect of writing. Cost: £20 / ZAR325

Creative Writing Course – Virtual

Master the secrets of creative writing and write the story you’ve always wanted to.

30-Day Writing Bootcamp

Expert advice, creative stimulation and writing practice every day for 30 days.

A self-guided programme to make you a better writer and help you establish a writing discipline. Includes an upgrade option for feedback on up to four exercises. Get creative and grow your writing today! Cost: £45 / ZAR795 

Indispensable Guide to Creative Writing

Take 20 steps to learn the skills that authors know. Our concise Indispensable Guide to Creative Writing will introduce you to the essential skills you need to write effective and compelling fiction or non-fiction whether you want to write a book, write for family, or simply to live a more creative life.

Includes an option to upgrade for feedback on up to four exercises. Lay the foundation of a writing life with this practical daily guide. Cost: £45 / ZAR795 