Upcoming courses and events

All About Writing’s latest writing challenge offers the winner a literary assessment on 5000 words of writing worth R 2750 / £ 150 or a voucher to the same value to use on one of our courses or programmes.

Write the opening paragraphs of a novel – on

Month by month we meet virtually to discuss your writing project, as well as giving you detailed and positive feedback on your writing.

Click here to download the programme and application details.

Deadline for applications 31 March.

Master the secrets of creative writing and write the story you’ve always wanted to

This comprehensive creative writing course is designed to provide you with the skills and tools every writer needs to tell your own story whether it’s a novel, short s

Join All About Writing, Joanne Hichens , author of recently released memoir, Death and the After Parties, and Jo-Anne Richards for a virtual Saturday Writing Workshop focusing on memoir writing. It will be of equal benefit to more experienced writers

An empty screen can produce such anxiety that your blood pressure can rise alarmingly, say scientists. So how do you edge past the anxiety? How can you turn the vague desire to write into a concrete writing project?

We are constantly approached by pe

The Logic of Story creative writing coaching programme will show you how a strong story is the basis for whatever you write.

You’ll gain an understanding of how story works, which in turn will give you the confidence of knowing exactly where you’re g

The introductory Power of Writing course takes you to the heart of creative writing.

Over just four online modules, the course introduces you to a handful of creative writing’s essen

Expert advice, creative stimulation and writing practice every day for 30 days 

A self-guided programme to make you a better writer and help you establish a writing discipline.

COST: Self-guided via email  £45 / ZAR795  

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Take 20 steps to learn the skills that authors know

Our concise Indispensable Guide to Creative Writing will introduce you to the essential skills you need to write effective and compelling fiction or non-fiction whether you want to write a book, wri

How do you write in a way that “shows” more than it “tells”? Most writers accept the theory, but many struggle with what it means in practice. Sign up for our Community Saturday Writing Workshop if you would like to understand more about this crucial

Creating compelling characters that you and your readers care about is essential in getting your readers to invest in, and engage with your characters.

This webinar will be specifically and wholly devoted to improving your creative writing skills.

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Write your way to business leadership and success

​A first impression can make or break your career – and it’s often formed on what you write. Write to be read, not ignored. To draw respect, not judgement.

Let two of South Africa’s best-known writing

Master the secrets of creative writing and write the story you’ve always wanted to

This comprehensive creative writing course is designed to provide you with the skills and tools every writer needs to tell your own story whether it’s a novel, short s

This self-guided programme that will make you a better writer and help you establish a writing discipline. Explore your creative self with no pressure and no-one looking over your shoulder.

Receive advice from writers who understand what you need, cr

Take 20 steps to learn the skills that authors know

Our concise Indispensable Guide to Creative Writing will introduce you to the essential skills you need to write effective and compelling fiction or non-fiction whether you want to write a book, wri

The introductory Power of Writing course takes you to the heart of creative writing.

Over just four online modules, the course introduces you to a handful of creative writing’s essen

Expert advice, creative stimulation and writing practice every day for 30 days 

A self-guided programme to make you a better writer and help you establish a writing discipline.

COST: Self-guided via email  £45 / ZAR795  

         Upgrade for feedback

An eight-part course on the most effective story template ever developed 

• The Hero’s Journey gives you greater insights into story structure and character than you’ve ever enjoyed before.

• Personal and instant feedback during “live” Zoom sessions

A five-week, online crash course in the basic skills of writing like a professional

An eight-part course on the most effective story template ever developed 

• The Hero’s Journey gives you greater insights into story structure and character than you’ve ever enjoyed before.

• Personal and instant feedback during “live” Zoom sessions