If you're already writing - occasionally or regularly - or you want to return to writing, this workshop could help you build momentum on a creative project, work on structure, hone your style, solve narrative problems or learn to edit your own work.
These friendly, stand-alone workshops are for anyone who’s always wanted to write but isn’t sure where to start, who used to write and wants to find their way back, or who wants to bring new life to their writing.
Saturday, Apr 25, 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Birmingham and Midland Institute.
How do you make a compelling narrative out of your own life, or use that life story to tell us something new about the world?
Anna Lawrence (B-Writing) and Jo Bell (The Poetic Licence) are bringing you a day of practical exercises, troubleshooting and tips. If you have a memoir underway, or you're considering how to begin, we'll help you get your writing project moving.
We'll guide you through the first steps: how to make a start, identify the resources and stories that matter, and organise your ideas into a workable plan. You’ll leave with clarity on what you need and how to get your project under way.
We'll help you to explore the creative possibilities of memoir. Discover different formats and styles, learn how to structure your story for maximum impact, and consider the ethical questions that come up when writing about real lives.