CREATIVE WRITING COURSES

‘WRITING AND SELLING FEATURES’ (no dates currently available)

"The results were amazing. I found the writing process very enjoyable for a change and I was surprised and impressed with the quality of what I wrote. So thank you.” – J M, London

Have you ever wanted to write about travel, hobbies, people, life experiences, personal or professional matters and find regular newspaper and magazine markets for your articles? If so, this course, led by journalist Judi Goodwin on the beautiful Greek Island of Paxos, could be just the course for you.  

There is an ever-expanding need for freelance articles, and editors pay well for good material geared to their requirements. Whether you have some previous experience or are a complete beginner, this course will teach you all the tricks of the journalist’s trade, including how to find and develop stories, write and interview like a pro, and successfully pitch ideas; in fact, all the know-how you need to get your articles into print.  

The course will be based around group tuition sessions on five mornings a week and there will also be an opportunity for one-to-one sessions.

During the course you will learn how to

• get started and structure your feature

• present a successful synopsis

• plan your research and interviews

• find markets for your work

• identify what editors are looking for

• negotiate fees

By the end of the course you should be able to  

• find and develop ideas

• research and structure your articles

• understand the different writing styles of news and features

• conduct lively interviews and get great quotes to enliven your story

Afternoons will be free, leaving plenty of time either to explore Paxos or simply relax, so come and join us for a most enjoyable week and at the same time have a wonderful holiday in a truly fabulous location.    

Register Your Interest: If you would be interested in joining this course and would like to receive more information once future dates are confirmed, then please Contact Us. 

Further Information: Do have a look round our website and, if you would like further information about any of our holidays and courses or about Paxos more generally, then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.