The secret of becoming a writer....

"The secret of becoming a writer..., write, write and keep on writing," or in the words of Ernest Hemingway..."There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed."

It was the final session of the Write That Novel course in Carousel Creates last night, and it was a mighty session. Once again, there was a great group of writers coming together to explore areas of the craft. I may be biased, but I think writing brings out the best in people. It was certainly a pleasure for me to facilitate this lovely group.

Thank you all for being so enthusiastic, and for your lovely present and handmade card. I was really touched.

x

Louise 

WRITE THAT NOVEL!!

 

8 Week Novel Writing Workshop at Carousel Creates

with Award Winning Crime Writer

Louise Phillips

Commencing Wednesday, 15th October 2014

7pm - 9 pm

•Get started on your novel or continue it on the right foot

•Develop your cast of characters

•Explore plot V story

•Learn how to outline - including mind maps

•Also - how to create effective dialogue

•Get a strong understanding of character & story arch

  

•Cement your narrative voice

•Examine points of view

•Explore the Novel Setting  & the World of your Story

•Receive editorial critique of your work

Cost: €120

For Booking Contact Details

Phone: +353861923613

E-Mail:  cacopland@gmail.com

Write to us at:

Or book online HERE

Carousel Writers' Centre

'Aisling na Smól'

Killakee Rd. Killakee.

Rathfarnham, Dublin 16.

Finding the right words....

I love writing, yes, honestly, I do! There are times it can get me hot under the collar and all that, and there are times when not being able to find the right words really frustrates me, but by and large I'm glad I've chosen this sometimes crazy path.

Last night ended the 6 weeks writing workshop at Carousel Creates, and all ten participants were a pleasure to get to know and to be part of their writing journey....

I got all emotional when they presented me a hand crafted pen made from wood extracted from 5000 years of bog...I will be thinking of those 5000 years when I use it!

Their words inside the hand-made card by the lovely artist Patricia Gibney were also very touching, and I was especially delighted that Stephen King took time out of his busy schedule to sign it!!!

Ten Novels in the Making!!!

I can't believe the sixth and final workshop of WRITE THAT NOVEL is on this evening. A wonderful group of 10 writers at Carousel Creates who have written well over 100,000 words since the course started....plenty of creativity in the air!!! 

Write That Novel!

HUGE CONGRATS to everyone who started my WRITE THAT NOVEL COURSE at Carousel Creates last week...one week in and 30,000 more words live in this world!!

WRITE THAT NOVEL

Since starting writing workshops a few months ago 2 ex-participants have signed with agents, and one with a major 6 figure publishing deal...just saying!!!

Course will commence on the 30th April 2014 - Cost €120

For all other details visit www.carousel-creates.com / or email/phone contact details below.

If you want to WRITE THAT NOVEL....Check this out!

Here's what Jax Miller had to say...

"There was nothing more pleasurable and informative than attending Louise Phillips’ Writing Courses at the scenic and serene enclave of Ireland that is Carousel Creates. Louise’s information and advice helped me to grow as an author and gave more confidence behind my pen. Learning from one of the best crime writers I know (and her reputation precedes her) was an experience I’d recommend to anyone I know who is looking to embark in the literary field, especially crime. I cannot vouch for her enough. She’s proven to be one of the best there is in the field and she certainly knows her stuff. It’s one course I’ll always remember."