Workshop: Conquer the Blank Page!

Conquer the Blank Page! A two-hour idea-generation workshop and writing session.

Join bestselling indie author Rachael Hardcastle for a creative workshop designed to spark inspiration and build your confidence.

In the first hour, you’ll explore some practical techniques for idea generation, along with an overview of classic story archetypes and structure to help shape your stories with purpose and power.

The second hour offers a supportive space to write your first few pages alongside fellow new writers, share thoughts, ask questions, and exchange advice. Whether you're planning your first story or refining an ongoing project, you'll have the opportunity to build contacts and draw on Rachael’s 15 years of experience in the self-publishing industry. Conquer the blank page, and start your writing journey in a supportive, friendly environment.

This workshop is perfect for aspiring authors, those looking to adopt a new hobby and anyone seeking creative inspiration.

Signed copies of Rachael's open and honest guide to successful self-publishing will also be on sale, alongside a selection of her bestselling fiction books.

Rachael Hardcastle is an Amazon international #1 bestselling author. She writes mostly fantasy and adventure books for young adults and teens – her stories are fun, fast-paced and addictive. Rachael understands that through writing, we face our darkest fears, explore infinite new worlds and realise our true purpose. Creative writing helps us to understand what that purpose is. Since starting her self-publishing experience in 2010, Rachael has worked with many individuals to help make their dreams of publishing a book a reality, including school children! Her imprint, Curious Cat Books, has been responsible for producing gorgeous children’s books, memoirs and more since 2017.

https://www.rachaelhardcastle.com/

Sunday 10 May

11am-1pm

Amped, 29 Zetland Street, HD1 2RA

£9 (£7 conc), free for essential carers accompanying a ticket holder (Early bird tickets £8 (£6 conc) available to midnight on Monday 6 April. )

Age Guidance: 16+

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