What People Say

"Hmm. I don't know. What's it really like?"

You're making a big commitment when you sign up to a writing course – time, money and emotional energy. You need to know that it's the right thing for you. Here are some reviews of our courses by people who took them. If you need more, let us know, and we can put you in touch with previous students, or give you a list of people to follow on Twitter.

“It was hard work. But I not only completed my novel, I also learned how to navigate the choppy waters of the publishing world. I will be forever grateful for the experience.”

SJ Watson (author of 'Before I Go To Sleep'), Writing A Novel

“Thank you so much for the course - it has made such an impact on me, both creatively, but perhaps more importantly, practically.”

John, Writing Wrongs: Writing Crime Fiction

“I have more ideas for poems and for approaching the writing of poems than I thought possible after three days!”

Sarah, Poetry and Inspiration: A Muse Boost

“I looked forward to attending each week, and came away every evening with something discovered, something to work on, constantly set to thinking, constantly learning about the craft.”

Danny, Writing A Novel

“Brilliantly useful... Like someone's given me the key to a big beautiful secret.”

Anna, Writing a Novel | Online

“Gillian and Sarah were really excellent. Very professional, generous with their expert advice, and truly engaged. They were genuine about their teaching, and talked with us as fellow writers.”

Alex, Stuck in the Middle

“Richard is a great teacher. He is patient, non-judgemental, supportive... and getting the network and support from fellow classmates was brilliant.”

Anna O, Writing A Novel

“The peer review sessions were terrific. People were polite, they gave very useful feedback both in person and written on the work itself. ”

Callie, Writing A Novel

“It was money well-spent for three intensive days in the company of fellow strugglers.”

Daniel, Stuck in the Middle

“It was a privilege to have such experienced writers coaching us.”

Kim, Fiction: The Basics

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