Writing and Publishing Workshop - Ringwood Library - Friday 27th June 2025 - 10.00am

Writing and Publishing Workshop

Ringwood Library

Friday 27th June 2025

10.00am to 12.00pm

Join published author Alice G May to examine the different routes via which
manuscripts can get published and to look at some of the many different writing processes.

• Discuss the different routes via which a book can be published; traditional, partnership and self-publishing paths
• Watch out for red flags to keep yourself and your writing safe
• Plan your writing journey

Who is this course for: This is a relaxed and friendly workshop for anyone interested in writing. Whether you write short stories, novellas, full length fiction and/or non-fiction, this course should be useful. If you’ve been thinking about writing, but haven’t started yet, or if you have been writing for a while and want to know how to take your work to the next level, or, if you are simply fascinated with how the writing and publishing process works, then do come along and let’s chat

Previous knowledge or experience: No previous knowledge needed

How will I learn: Through informal discussion and a writing exercise

How will I be assessed: Through informal discussion

What shall I bring: Writing materials i.e. pen/pencil and paper or laptop. (If you are bringing a laptop, please make sure that it is fully charged as it will not be possible to plug it in due to health and safety issues with trailing cables)

Next steps: Joining a writing group whether in person or on line. Attending more advanced writing workshops whether in person or on line. Attending writing festivals to meet other writers and learn how they are developing their work

If a learner decides to withdraw from a course before a course begins, the following charges should be made:

•              5 working days or more before course starts a full refund will be issued

Attendance is expected at each session to ensure that you get the most out of your learning experience and to minimise disruption for other learners. Please advise the venue/tutor of any absence you may have.

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