Getting to know your characters with Tanya Byrne
Do you have an idea, but you’re unsure where to start? Or did you start off strong, then lose momentum mid-way through? Or maybe you persisted but your story just isn’t singing? Whatever stage you’re at, this interactive online workshop for writers of all abilities will help you get to the heart of what you’re trying to say. Together, we’ll discover how to find and develop our voices as writers to create complex characters readers care about and tell stories they will want to return to, again and again.
About the tutor
After eight years at BBC Radio, Tanya Byrne left to write her debut novel, HEART-SHAPED BRUISE, which earned her a nomination for New Writer of the Year at the National Book Awards. Since then, her novels have hit both the Amazon and Waterstones bestseller lists and have been published around the world. She has also contributed to several short story anthologies including A CHANGE IS GONNA COME, which was named Sunday Times Children’s Book of the Week and was honoured with a Special Achievement Award by the YA Book Prize.
About First Tuesday Writers
First Tuesday Writers is here to keep your writing fresh. Taking place on the first Tuesday of every month, each 90 minute session offers a deep dive into a writer’s creative world – designed to challenge and energise you, and lead you to new creative discoveries.
Every writer and every form of writing has something unique that we can learn and put to use in our own work. These workshops are all opportunities to learn from radically diverse writers – including poets, bloggers, crime writers and much more. Drop in for one or two events or sign up to them all: either way, you’ll leave buzzing, and ready to do your best and most innovative work.
Low cost places available
We believe the price of our courses should never be a barrier to your learning. If you are unable to pay for a place on this event, contact us to apply for a bursary place.