A Month of Stories

A Month of Stories

Jo Gatford | The Joy of Fixion

Artform: Literature
Event date: Mon, 3rd Aug 2026 to Sun, 30th Aug 2026
Remote

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 "> published -

Event Summary

Draft & edit four short stories in August with a series of generative prompts, craft insights, and professional feedback

Event Description

Write your way through the month with a series of generative prompts, insights on the craft of flash fiction, and the option of editorial feedback. Each week in August you'll receive a writing exercise with story inspiration, examples, advice and techniques. All materials are delivered via email, so you can write at your own pace. PLUS: - Personalised feedback and support from award-winning short fiction author and professional editor Jo Gatford - A friendly critique forum to swap work with fellow writers - An end-of-month live showcase to share your stories By the end of the month you'll have four brand new pieces of short fiction to send out into the world!

Event Overview

  • Event Title: A Month of Stories
  • Type: Workshop
  • Date: Mon, 3rd Aug 2026 to Sun, 30th Aug 2026
  • Location: Remote

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How to Book

Sign up for weekly emails containing prompts, examples, inspiration, and insights on the craft of short fiction — starting Mon 3 August.

Booking options:

The full Month of Stories including community forum, showcase and professional editorial feedback = £60

Just the prompts = £10 (upgrade at any time to join the community and get feedback)