WORKSHOP LEADERS

Kathy Page

Kathy Page is the author of The Story of My Face, long-listed for the Orange Prize in 2001, and Alphabet, shortlisted for a Governor General’s Award (Canada) in 2005.  Known for her complex and compelling characterisation, she won the Bridport short fiction prize in 1994 and has written for radio and TV.  An experienced workshop facilitator, she has taught writing at The Banff Centre for the Arts in Canada, the Arvon Foundation in the UK, and at universities in both Europe and North America. Born in London, she now lives on Salt Spring Island, BC, Canada.  www.KathyPage.info

Vicky Grut

Vicky Grut’s short stories have appeared in magazines and collections including Random Factor (Pulp Books, 1997), Reshape Whilst Damp (Serpent’s Tail, 2000), Valentine’s Day: Stories of Revenge (Duckworth, 2000) and Volumes 13 and 14 of the British Council's anthology New Writing. Awards for short fiction include the Asham and Ian St James prizes in 1999 and the Chapter One International Short story prize in 2006. She is a reader for the Literary Consultancy and teaches creative writing at London's South Bank University. She has completed a novel, which is currently with a literary agent.

THE WORKSHOPS
at The Yorkshire Grey
29-33 Gray’s Inn Road, WC1X 8PN (Chancery Lane tube)

Saturday, May 24, 10.30 – 5pm
CREATING CHARACTER AND SHAPING THE STORY
A one-day workshop with Kathy Page and Vicky Grut

This enjoyable, hands-on workshop provides a fresh approach to the relationship between character, predicament and story.  A series of exercises leads first to the creation of a new character, and then to some techniques for the development of a story shape. Participants leave with plenty of ideas as to how to take their new story further.  Intense, fun and inspiring, the workshop is suitable for beginners and more experienced writers alike.

Maximum: 20 participants
Cost : £70 includes sandwiches, tea, coffee
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Saturday, June 14, 10.30 – 5pm 
FLEX YOUR IMAGINATION
A one-day workshop with Vicky Grut

This workshop has something to offer writers at all levels, whether you’re stuck in the middle of a novel or just starting out and searching for your voice. The day will consist of a range of playful and unusual writing exercises designed to energise and inspire, and to help you connect with the more creative dreaming side of the mind. You will come away with a number of useful techniques for breaking through blocks, as well as ideas for future works.

Maximum: 10 participants
Cost : £70 includes sandwiches, tea, coffee
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Saturday, July  12, 10.30 – 5pm 
MICRO FICTION: WRITING SHORT SHORT STORIES
A one-day workshop with Vicky Grut

A tight word limit can produce wonderfully creative results. This workshop will focus on writing exercises that explore the essential elements of dramatic tension and story structure. The aim will be to produce a rough draft micro-story (under 500 words) by the end of the day. There will also be information about websites and other outlets for micro fiction. A roller-coaster ride suitable for all levels of experience.

Maximum: 10 participants
Cost : £70 includes sandwiches, tea, coffee
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For more information contact Vicky Grut at: londonwritingworkshops@googlemail.com