Writing Short Stories

Writing Short Stories

Alex Davis Events

Artform: Literature
Event date: Thu, 19th Mar 2026 to Thu, 9th Apr 2026
East Midlands

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 "> published -

Event Summary

A four-week course exploring the essentials of writing - and publishing - short fiction.

Event Description

Writing Short Stories
Writing Course at QUAD, Derby
Four Thursdays from 19 March 1:30pm - 3:00pm.

Short stories are an exciting and popular form of fiction, and an ideal starting point for writers looking to explore their voice and style for the first time! In this four-week course, we'll be exploring all the key elements of the short story, giving you the tools you need to write your own fresh tales!

Week 1 - Intro to short stories and 'The Hook'
Week 2 - The Twist and Experimentation
Week 3 - Pacing, Characterisation and Description
Week 4 - Getting Short Stories Published

Course Fees - £46 (Full Price), £38.50 (concessions) - tickets from https://www.derbyquad.co.uk/events/shortstoriescourse/

Event Overview

  • Event Title: Writing Short Stories
  • Type: Workshop
  • Date: Thu, 19th Mar 2026 to Thu, 9th Apr 2026
  • Location:
    East Midlands
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Event: Writing Short Stories

Event: Writing Short Stories

Organisation: Alex Davis Events

Postcode: DE1 3AS

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How to Book

Booking from https://www.derbyquad.co.uk/events/shortstoriescourse/