Introducing our new programme of live events! |
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Every month this year we’ll run at least one exciting event for budding writers with world-class authors, top publishers and leading literary agent guest speakers. All online events will be hosted on Zoom from 7pm to 8.30pm (UK time, unless otherwise stated) with the occasional in-person event hosted at Curtis Brown’s central London offices. Tickets start from just £12.* |
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Upcoming events with tickets on sale now:
- Masterclass with John Yorke (London). Mon 23 Feb, 7-8.30pm. 30 budding writers will spend an evening with story expert John Yorke to celebrate his latest non-fiction book Trip to the Moon – the follow-up to his bestselling writing guide Into the Woods – the hugely influential text on narrative for many of CBC’s tutors and students. Ticket includes a copy of the book.
- In Conversation with Andrew Miller (Online). Weds 25 Feb, 7-8.30pm. Find inspiration with the Booker-shortlisted author of The Land in Winter.
- In Conversation with John Yorke (Online). Tues 17 Mar, 7-8.30pm. Hear secrets of story from the leading narrative structure expert.
- In Conversation with Jennie Godfrey (Online). Weds 29 Apr, 7-8.30pm. Meet the hugely popular and engaging #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things.
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More events coming soon, to be announced across the year. |
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'I wanted to write about that elastic sibling
relationship that pushes you apart
and pulls you back together' |
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Rebecca Fallon was a student on our London Writing Your Novel – Three Months course in 2019. She signed with Curtis Brown literary agents Felicity Blunt and Rosie Pierce after studying with us. We caught up to discuss her approach to writing complex family dynamics, her tips for querying agents and the inspiration behind her debut novel Family Drama – out now with The Borough Press. |
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Do you have any tips for writers who are approaching agents for the first time?
My advice would be: seek out agents who are willing to travel with you from the point you are at in your journey. Have a conversation about how much revision you think the book will need up front, and how much you are willing to do. Fundamentally, your agent should see promise in your prose and your ideas. Everything else can be learned, but if you click with someone on that level, you’re probably in for a good long-term relationship.
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Debut novels by CBC alumni we can't wait
to read in 2026
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2026 promises to be another bumper year for book releases. Check out our round-up of must-read debuts by our talented former students publishing this year. Whether you’re in the mood for a will-they-won't-they love story like Belgrave Road by Manish Chauhan (former student of our online Writing Your Novel – Three Months course) or an epic romantic fantasy like The Last Starborn Seer by Venetia Constantine (former student of our Writing YA & Children’s Fiction – Three Months course), these are fresh new voices you won't want to miss. Head to the blog to find out more about the exciting new books to add to your TBR!
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Instagram giveaway alert: Win a copy of The Second Mrs Wallace by Olivia Gavoyannis!
To celebrate the publication of CBC alumna Olivia Gavoyannis' latest historical suspense The Second Mrs Wallace, we're currently running a special giveaway on our Instagram account ( @curtisbrowncreative). Find out more about Olivia's time studying with us here. Enter the giveaway by 10am on Mon 19 Jan (UK time) for a chance to win a copy! Head to our Instagram page for full T&Cs. |
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Writing YA & Children's Fiction – Three Months
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3 Months | Online | £1,800
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Write an exciting novel for young readers with teaching, writing workshops and one-to-one tutorials from prize-winning author Catherine Johnson, who has taught many published authors. Plus professional industry feedback on your synopsis and agent letter and a live Zoom masterclass with Curtis Brown literary agent Steph Thwaites and bestselling children's author Struan Murray (Dragonborn, Orphans of the Tide, The Secret of the Moonshard). Runs from 16 Feb to 26 May. |
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'The course marked the moment I took my writing future into my own hands and developed a new direction. It was just what I needed.'
– Marisa Linton, author of The Binding Spell
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Add to your writer's
toolkit
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Join a four-week 'Deep Dive’ course to master a vital component of novel-writing. With in-depth original teaching material, feedback from an expert editor and a chance to connect with budding writers in our student forum. Choose from: Relationships in Fiction or Plot & Story with bestselling novelist Laura Barnett, Showing & Telling, with acclaimed author Anna Freeman and Character Development with our Founder Anna Davis. Courses start 22 Jan.
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'I enjoyed the challenge, I feel that these courses treat me like a serious writer, rather than someone who is dreaming about it. I like that we're expected to work hard!'
– Vanessa Bee, former student
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