ASHTON SCHOOL
ADULT EDUCATION
ADULT EDUCATION
Over six weeks, you will explore the foundations of creative writing, from character and setting to point of view and revision. This course blends fun, interactive exercises with practical skills to help you unlock your voice and bring your stories to life.
Week 1: Finding Your Inspiration: character sketches, how to choose your setting, and fresh perspectives.
Week 2: The Geometry of Fiction & the Importance of Journey: how to plot your story and develop emotional arcs.
Week 3: POV & Archetypes: who tells your story, and why it matters.
Week 4: Writing from the Senses: using sensory detail and memory to make scenes immersive.
Week 5: How to Edit Your Own Work: revision techniques, peer feedback, and structural tools.
Week 6: Final Writing Session & Path to Publication: polish your piece, explore publishing options, and celebrate your progress.
Hayley-Jenifer Brennan is a fiction writer, editor, and ESL teacher from Cork. She is published in long-form fiction (novel), as well as short stories, micro-fiction, and poetry. Through this course, she hopes to help you unlock your imagination and spark inspiration for your next piece.
