Online Childrens Book Writing Course
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About the experience
We can all fondly remember the books and stories we grew up reading as kids. And if you’ve ever dreamt of becoming the next Roald Dahl, Julia Donaldson, Jill Murphy or Beatrix Potter, this online writing course will help you start to realise your dream of becoming a published children’s author! The video sessions - totalling 18 - are delivered online and are designed to be worked through at a time and pace that suits your requirements best - don’t worry, there’s no time limit to when you have to complete this. Most budding children’s book writers will tell you that it’s finding the time and energy to commit to getting the book written that’s hardest of all. But this course is a great motivator to keep you focused, as you’ll get to discover more about characterisation, naming your protagonists and antagonists, writing specifically for TV and film - each module is very comprehensive and you’ll take away lots from each. And whether it’s comedy, mystery, drama, fantasy or science fiction, the wide variety of genres that fall under literature for kids and teens is far reaching. Wherever your imagination takes you, the creative possibilities are endless! All course materials have the input of a number of successful children’s authors and book editors, so you can be assured that you’re getting the most expert advice and guidance possible that will set you up for success as you begin your journey to becoming a published children’s book writer. The later modules will see you cover the process to getting your book out there, from securing a publisher to working with illustrators, making e-books and self publishing. So you’ll hopefully finish the course as a more confident children’s writer, and ready to bring your stories to inspire and entertain whole generations of new young readers!
- Learn to write books for children
- 18 modules to work through online
- No time limit for your access
- Be the next Walliams or Rowling!
- Online in-depth course to bring out your inner writing skills
- 18 step-by-step modules packed with expert guidance for all would-be writers
- On completion you will receive a CPD certified 'Write Storybooks for Children' certification
- Unrestricted life-time access to the course
Modules Included
- Introduction to writing children's stories
- Age groups and story types
- Choosing and developing your setting
- Developing credible characters
- Writing dialogue
- Plotting, storyline and theme
- Writing picture books for children
- Writing for 7-12 year olds
- Writing fantasy and science fiction for children
- Writing non-fiction for children
- Writing drama and screenplays for children
- Writing secrets of successful children's authors
- Insiders guide to getting published
- Introduction to self-publishing
- Cover design and working with illustrators
- Digital printing and e-book essentials
- Effective self-marketing
Information
Minimum Age: 13 years
- Once registered you will be given access to the learning platform
- Suitable for ages from 13+ and all abilities
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