Writing Romance and Erotic Fiction: Almaz workshop

Wed
17
Mar
2021

Writing Romance and Erotic Fiction: Almaz workshop

Online - Zoom , International/virtual
Wed, Mar 17 2021 @19:30 - 21:45

Tap into your sensual creativity by learning how to harness some of your own experiences, secrets, and fantasies to create engaging narratives.

Almaz Ohene workshop - Writing Romance

 

Writing Romance and Erotic Fiction Workshop

 

Partnering with The Candid Collective, Sexual Health Awards 2020 ‘Journalist of the Year 2020’ finalist Almaz Ohene combines her expert knowledge of sexuality and creative writing to bring unique online workshops and courses to anyone looking to develop their sensual creativity, sexual expression and improve intimate relationships.

 

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WORKSHOP DETAILS

 

Workshop 1: Writing Romance

Wednesday 17 March 2021

19:30–20:45 (GMT, i.e. UK time)

Cost: GBP £15

 

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Tap into your sensual creativity by learning how to write Romance and/or Erotic Fiction.

 

Originally run as a dynamic hen-do activity ‘Writing Romance’ workshop has been specially developed with all levels of literary skills in mind.

 

  • Perfect the art of storytelling by learning how to harness some of your own experiences, secrets, and fantasies to create engaging narratives
  • Craft realistic characters with credible backstories, alongside developing entertaining (read, steamy) story arcs
  • References include Almaz’s work /commissions across ‘Kayleigh Daniels Dated’, Dipsea and Ferly
  • Six-page printable companion workbook outlining key storytelling techniques; including tips on sketching characters, plotting narratives, writing dialogue and avoiding (or subverting) common tropes

 

Testimonials:

 

“I just wanted to thank you for an amazing workshop. You have such a wonderfully inclusive approach and you got me doing something I’d never done before. You’re such a good teacher.” – Anonymous, ‘Writing Romance’ online workshop participant, July 2020

“I thoroughly enjoyed Almaz’s workshop and really feel like I was able to develop my literary skills. It was such a safe, welcoming environment and so much fun to write and share work with others. It was so different to anything else I’ve done – would definitely recommend.” – Ammaarah, ‘Writing Romance’ online workshop participant, April 2020

“Almaz’s writing romance workshop was a breath of fresh air compared to your average hen-do activity. From start to finish it was fun, engaging and brilliantly facilitated so that everyone got involved. Would definitely recommend!” – Kylie, hen party guest, January 2020

“What seemed like it could’ve been very awkward and embarrassing actually ended up being really fun, thought-provoking and exciting! Would definitely recommend to friends, it was so great to do something different!” – Jenny, hen party guest, January 2020

 

Note: In the Eventbrite system, all the workshops have the title “Developing sexual expression and understanding intimacy”. Just pick the date you want for that individual workshop.

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