Have you ever wanted to weave your personal experiences into your writing, but are not sure where to start? In this class, Emma will teach you 5 steps that will enable you to include your own experiences in your writing. She will help you turn your unique life moments into powerful narratives that resonate with readers. Youll use a personal moment, big or small, and expand and adapt it into a rich story for your reader. You might then decide to include it in a short story or novel. The focus will be on tapping into your emotions and channelling them into realistic characters and scenes, using your own experience as a starting point. The session will be informal and supportive and an opportunity for you to meet like-minded people. There will be plenty of time to write and try out ideas. You will be given a course booklet to work with and take away with you. Emma is a teacher with 28 years experience, and she is passionate about helping people develop their creativity. Previous students in Emmas other creative writing classes have commented: Fantastic course. My first foray into creative writing for many, many years. Emmas knowledge and experience was excellent. She made us all feel extremely welcome, and we came away feeling inspired and raring to go! Bea I enjoyed the friendliness of the course and the chance to talk and share ideas. Lots of time and chance to have a go. Penny All the prompts/stimuli are amazing, so helpful. Sarah You may also wish to join Emmas other classes on the same day: 9.30am 12pm Kick-start your creative writing create 3 characters 3.30-5pm Time and space to think and write Who would enjoy this class?The class is suitable for those new to creative writing as well as people with some experience who are looking to develop their skills. It will take place in the Blue Room at Rheged, a calm, contemporary space that allows for creative thinking. There are unlimited complimentary teas, coffee, water and biscuits available, and you will be able to help yourself throughout the afternoon. There will be a 10-15 minute break about half-way through the class. You are welcome to write on a device such as a laptop or a notepad/paper and your favourite pen or pencil. 30 per person