The Novel Intensive: Writing Workshop
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EmailReady to dive deep into your novel? To finally get started on that idea that's been rattling around in your head? Or are you set to kickstart a brand new story?
The Novel Intensive is a focused, energising one-day workshop for fiction writers who want to shape their story, strengthen their craft, and build serious momentum. Whether you’re stuck in the middle of a draft, starting fresh, or circling a half-finished idea, this day is designed to move your writing forward with clarity and confidence.
What's included:
Story structure: Learn a simple framework to shape your novel and help you get your ducks in a row
Character development: Explore compelling, layered characters from literary and contemporary novels and develop tools to bring your own fictional folk to life
Conflicts & paradox: Inject tension that drives your story and pin down the paradox at the heart of your work
Dialogue that flies: Make your characters speak with purpose and personality
Pitching to agents: Understand what makes a strong pitch — and how to position your book
This workshop is ideal for:
Writers working on a novel or memoir
Writers who’ve started a draft but lost momentum
Anyone ready to get serious about fiction (no previous course required!)
What to expect:
Practical, hands-on sessions
A warm, supportive environment for creative risk-taking
Proven techniques from an award winning writer and experienced book-coach
Leave with tools, insight — and a clearer sense of where your book is going
Includes post-workshop group coaching call on Zoom and discounted 1-1 online mentoring sessions.
Age restrictions: 18+
| Adult (per person) | £95 |
| Concession (per person) | £75 |
How to get there
On the day
Bring a notebook and pen and, if you have an early draft or outline for a novel, bring that too. We'll be at Design West in Bristol. Parking at Trenchard St Carpark or next to Muddock Cafe.
Changes happen, don't worry
You'll be hosted by
WriteClub
WriteClub provide inspiring creative writing workshops. Connecting you with a lovely writing community or offering one-on-one support to help you get the most out of your writing. All writers are welcome.
Their workshops will help you to get words down on the page, provide advice on how to manage procrastination and (every writer's biggest fear) get feedback on your work.
All workshops are led by WriteClubber-in-chief, Alison Powell. She's been running writing workshops forever (seriously, she even used to get her primary school friends writing stories...) and established WriteClub in 2016.
Alison supports new and established writers and runs regular workshops covering all aspects of the writing craft. Helping people to get going with (and, importantly, to complete!) their long dreamed of novels and memoirs. Alison is an award-winning writer, published in various anthologies and magazines and holds an MA in Creative Writing from Bath Spa.
Alison Powell
Alison runs WriteClub. She’s a creativity coach and an award-winning writer.
Besides running writing masterclasses that help nurture new talent, Alison runs regular open mic nights that celebrate work from established and emerging writers.
Alison’s work has been published in various anthologies and magazines. She holds an MA in Creative Writing from Bath Spa University. Bringing years of experience as a secondary English and Drama teacher to the table. As a fully fledged INLPTA certified Master Practitioner of NLP and coaching - Alison certainly has a few tools to help her get the best out of her student’s writing!
Alison believes expressive writing has the power to transform lives. Her love of poetry and story, along with her enthusiasm for helping people find the best in themselves are reflected in her positive, lively and welcoming teaching style. Alison will ensure you find all the support you need to get your words down on the page.
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to WriteClub.