How To Write A Novel In 6 Weeks

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Course code: R19B

Novel writing for novices.

when
From 23 Feb 2026 to 30 Mar 2026
Mon 13:00-15:00  6 weeks
Date
23 Feb 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
02 Mar 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
09 Mar 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
16 Mar 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
23 Mar 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
30 Mar 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Tutor
Carolyn Lewis
where
Stoke Lodge 

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN


fees
full fee for this course £99.00, concession fee £60.00
who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">This course provides an overview of fiction writing, focusing on key techniques for crafting compelling narratives.</span></span></span></p>

What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Designed for novice writers, this course will help you turn creative ideas into a novel by guiding you step-by-step through the writing process. You will start with the basics—character development, plot structure, and setting—and gain the essential tools to build your story with confidence, one word at a time.</span></span></span></p>

Late starters allowed?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">This is a short course, so it is best to join by week 2.</span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">No, just an interest in writing.</span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Other creative writing courses and the monthly <strong><em>&#34;Creative Witing Group&#34;</em></strong> at Stoke Lodge.</span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">No.</span></p>

Work set between sessions?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Yes, homework will be set although not compulsory.</span></p>

What should students bring?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">A notebook and pen</span></p>

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Teaching method/style?

<p><span style="font-size:16px">Interactive, discussions, group and individual feedback.</span></p>

Equipment Required

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">See above.</span></span></span></p>

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Refunds and cancellations

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><strong>Course Cancellations by Us</strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">If we cancel your course, your fees will be refunded in full.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">We cannot reimburse the cost of any materials you may have purchased. </span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><strong>Cancellations by You</strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">If you cancel 7 days or more before the course start date:  Refund issued minus a 20% administration fee.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">If you cancel less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: No refund will be issued. </span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><strong>Transfers</strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Transfers must be requested at least 7 days before the course start date.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">A 10% transfer fee applies.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Transfers due to our cancellation of your original course are free of charge. </span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><strong>Illness and Absence</strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">No refunds are available for non-attendance due to sickness or ill health. </span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><strong>How Refunds Are Issued</strong></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Refunds are returned via the original payment method:</span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Booked online or by phone - Refund to the card used. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Paid in person at Stoke Lodge - Please bring your payment card to the office. </span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><strong>Online Course Access</strong></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Learners are responsible for ensuring they have suitable internet access and equipment before the course begins.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">No refunds will be issued due to technical issues with a learner’s own internet or computer.</span></span></li>
</ul>

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