A one-day workshop aimed at anyone who wants to create a synopsis of their book
Overview
Writing a synopsis is probably one of the hardest things to do. But a good synopsis, well presented, can help your pitch stand out to literary agents. It can also help you develop into a better writer. Led by bestselling novelist Rowan Coleman, this one-day course will help you to turn your book into a one- or two-page synopsis. As well as analysing successful synopses and learning how boil a plot down to a page, you will learn how to perfect a short 'elevator pitch' to include in your submission letter through guided writing workshops.
Course description
The course will be divided into theoretical and practical sessions. You will learn what makes a good synopsis, how to break a plot down into key components and analyse examples of good and bad synopses. You will also learn how to use a synopsis as a working document that helps you plan and write your books. You should leave with a working synopsis and elevator pitch.
Tutor profile
Rowan Coleman is an expert at creating synopses having pitched and published more than 20 novels since her 2002 début Growing Up Twice. She has written several international bestsellers, including The Accidental Mother, The Baby Group, The Accidental Wife and the double award winning Dearest Rose. Under the name Rook Hastings, Rowan has also written novels for children and teenagers, including the paranormal adventure series Nearly Departed and Immortal Remains. She also writes romantic comedies under the name Scarlett Bailey.
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Testimonials from previous Guardian Masterclasses
It covered all the areas I expected it to cover, in sufficient detail.
It was gratifying to attend a workshop where the information was relevant and also delivered in such an engaging and enjoyable way.
Highly professional, friendly and approachable. The tutors were appropriately frank which I think is vital, but positive and encouraging.
Really helpful course that delivered exactly what it promised.
Details
Dates: Wednesday 30 April OR Saturday 31 May 2014
Times: 10am-5pm
Location: The Guardian, 90 York Way, London, N1 9GU
Price:£220 (including VAT, booking fees, lunch and refreshments)
Event capacity: 16
Dress code: There is no dress code for Masterclasses. Please dress however you feel comfortable.
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