Writing Historical Fiction with Patricia O’Reilly
Info
Date: February 7, 2026
Time: 10.30 am - 4.30 pm
Duration: 5 Hours
Level: Advanced | Intermediate | Beginner |
Cost: €120 (€108 Members)
Location: Irish Writers Centre
This in-person course will take place at the Irish Writers Centre.
Course Summary
During this one-day course we will look into the rudiments of researching and writing historical fiction – its various genres; use of literary tools; tips; acquired skills, and more.
Course Outline
Participants will learn and focus on research and best research methods, creating and defining distinctive eras, realistic characters and the arc of structure.
Course Outcomes
Participants will develop knowledge of how to research and write historical fiction. Pointing participants towards bestselling/award winning historical fiction will bring added insight.
Patricia O’Reilly has written for print journalism, radio documentaries and plays. She has published 15 titles of fiction and non-fiction books; recent titles include ‘Orpen at War’, ‘The First Rose of Tralee’ ‘A Type of Beauty (Kathleen Newton); ‘The Interview (Eileen Gray)
Booked out? To be added to the waiting list for this course, please email info@irishwriterscentre.ie.
