How to write for younger readers
Are you passionate about writing stories that will inspire younger audiences? Read on for more information about our specialised courses on how to write for children and young adults.
Writing YA & Children's Fiction – Three Months
Join a group of 15 writers for three months of expert teaching, workshops and tutorials from prize-winning YA and children’s author Catherine Johnson.
Writing YA & Middle Grade Fiction
Write captivating stories for younger readers with award-winning children’s fiction and YA author Patrice Lawrence. 6 weeks.
Writing & Illustrating a Children's Picture Book
Sarah McIntyre and David O'Connell share insights into both sides picture book creation. Perfect for budding illustrators and writers. 10 weeks.
Writing a Children's Picture Book
Popular children’s book author and illustrator David O’Connell guides you through the unwritten rules of writing children’s picture book text. 6 weeks.
How I Got Published
Learn all about successful YA author Cynthia Murphy’s time studying on our Writing YA & Children's Fiction course and how she works with her Curtis Brown literary agent Steph Thwaites to build her career as a successful YA author, and receive advice on the writing and publishing process, including how to write for younger readers.