Tuesday 3rd December 2024, 5-7pm, The Hypatia Trust, Chapel Street, Penzance

Join us for an inspiring creative writing workshop with Gail Owen.

Stories surround us. We grow up with stories. We instinctively know what a story is; and yet, no matter how compelling our urge to write one may be, often the hardest thing is simply knowing where to start. In this two-hour creative writing workshop we will unpack that storytelling instinct, taking a practical look at ways of thinking about a main character's obstacles and needs, and how we can use those needs to develop storyline. Whether you're a first time writer or looking to reinvigorate a long-term project, this friendly, supportive workshop will provide inspiration for your novel, short story or novella. Join us; it'll be really fun! Please bring a notepad and pen.

Gail Owen teaches creative writing at Cornwall College St Austell, where her adult students have gone from not writing at all outside of class to becoming published and longlisted in competition. Since graduating from Royal Holloway's Creative Writing MA programme, she has had several short stories published and, more recently, been signed by a literary agent, who is planning to submit her novel-in-progress to publishers next year.