Introduction to Crime Fiction with Louise Phillips
Info
Date: November 6, 2024
Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Duration: 6 weeks
Level: Beginner | Emerging |
Cost: €165 (€150 Members)
This course will take place online on Wednesdays for six weeks.
Course Summary:
On this course you will look at the various aspects of writing a successful crime novel, including character development, point of view, dialogue, plotting and pace. Throughout the workshop participants will receive editorial critique to help sharpen their creative voice, alongside tips on how to establish a successful writing routine. Participants will take away the tools required to write a crime novel, including practical guidance on how to get started, completing a first draft, and ultimately, getting that elusive publishing deal. Many of Louise’s students have achieved publication success, including some who have gone on to become international bestsellers.
Course Outline:
The course will focus on several aspects of crime fiction writing:
- The creation of memorable characters
- Point of view
- Writing effective dialogue
- Building an outline for your story
- Road maps, plotting & pace
- Setting writing goals
- Completing a first draft & establishing a good writing routine
- Tips on getting agents and publishers to keep reading
In order to maximise the benefits of the workshops, participants will be invited to submit work (500 words) every two weeks.
Course Outcomes:
On completion of the course participants will have a strong foundation in writing successful crime fiction, including knowledge on how to establish a good writing routine, and set personal writing goals.
Louise Phillips is a bestselling author of six psychological crime thrillers, five of which were nominated for Best Irish Crime Novel of the Year in the Irish Book Awards, with her second novel winning the award. Louise’s work has been published both in Ireland and the U.K. and internationally. She is the winner of many literary awards, including the Jack Harte Bursary in 2022. The Hiding Game, her fifth novel, was optioned by a major U.S. production company, and she is currently working on her seventh novel.
Booked out? To be added to the waiting list for this course, please email info@irishwriterscentre.ie.
