A MASTERCLASS IN WRITING YOUR NOVEL
A step-by-step guide on how to write a virtue-based novel
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A 3-day practical workshop covering the key components needed to develop your very own novel
Are you finally ready to write that novel that you have been thinking about for some time? If you are, then when you put pen to paper the words need to forge an emotional connection with the reader compelling them to follow your narrative; specifically, you will need to design the setting, characters, and plot.
As someone from a faith-based background you will also be concerned about how to instil virtue and tarbeah into the story. You will want to know what makes a writer, what are the habits and behaviours you need to successfully write novels. Interested? Then this course is for you.
Delivered by an experienced writer and trainer, this course will equip you with the tools and techniques you need to designing and then writing a novel
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What will be covered at the workshop?
What is virtue-based story telling
How to design the setting of a novel
How to design the characters of a novel
How to design the plot for a novel
How to become a writer? The habits and behaviour required
Workshop Dates
Session 1 – TBC
Session 2 – TBC
Session 3 – TBC
Venue
TBC
Delivered live, full session
Q&A
Network with other writers
Post event group mentoring session (x3) with trainer
Price
Workshop overview
Session 1
TBC
Introductions and course overview followed by what is virtue-based storytelling?
- Monomyths and the impact of storytelling in culture
- Nihilism, enlightenment science and romanticism
- Popular culture heroes, religion and entertainment
- Virtue based storytelling
- Imminence and transcendence
- Including 20 minute coffee/tea break in this session.
Lunch and Zuhr prayer break
How to design the setting for a novel?
- Role of research in designing the setting
- Building conflict into the setting
- Understanding the type of human struggle taking place and its duration
- Selecting memorable locations and evoking specific detail
- Recreating a scene and setting the emotional scene
- Worked classroom exercise and individual exercise on setting
- Assessment (short exercise to help with learning)
- Including breaks for coffee/tea, Asr and Maghrib prayer.
Session 2
TBC
How to design the setting for a novel?
- Continued from the previous day
- Including 20 minute coffee/tea break in this session.
Lunch and Zuhr prayer break
How to design the characters in a novel?
- Characterisation and what is it
- Defining true character and connecting with characters
- Character arc within a story
- Concentric circles of conflict around a character
- Character motivation and portrayal
- Creating recognisable characters and building a cast
- Balancing your characters (dark and light)
- Worked classroom exercise and individual exercise on character
- Assessment (short exercise to help with learning)
- Including breaks for coffee/tea, Asr and Maghrib prayer.
Course dinner
Session 3
TBC
How to design the plot for a novel?
- Plot as a master metaphor
- Arc of the plot
- Different types of plot and what constitutes a plot
- Inciting incident and creating conflict in an event
- Symbolism
- Values across a plot
- Worked classroom exercise and individual exercise on plot
- Assessment (short exercise to help with learning)
- Including 20 minute coffee/tea break in this session.
Lunch and Zuhr prayer break
How to become a writer? The habits and behaviours required.
- Three layers of change
- Enabling rituals
- Removing distractions and managing technology
- Making sense of your environment
- Role of solitude
- Overcoming writer's block
- Including breaks for coffee/tea, Asr and Maghrib prayer.
All this and much more!
- Experienced trainer
- Live sessions
- Q&As
- Dedicated post workshop monthly mentoring sessions
- Network with other writers
- Great conferencing facility
- Evening meal with in person delegates and hosts
If you can’t attend this workshop but you would like us to host this workshop, let us know what dates and locations suit you.
Email: info@murabiyoon.com
FAQs
What will be the learning outcomes from this course?
Following the 3-day training you will be able to do the following:
* Understand the end-to-end design process which goes into writing a full-length novel.
* Create your own design blueprint, which will provide you with a method to write your novel.
* Be inspired and motivated to become the best writer you can be and improve your chances of being published.
Are these sessions live/recorded?
All sessions will be delivered in person and made available live online. The sessions will not be recorded.
What if I miss a session?
If circumstances mean you must miss a session, then please let us know in advance so that the trainer can be prepared to best support you. NB: No missed sessions will be repeated.
Will there be opportunities for Q&A?
Yes, there will be question and answer segments throughout the 3-day course.
What if I cannot afford the course fee?
We have priced our courses to be as affordable as possible. If you are in financial hardship, please email info@murabiyoon.com
How will the mentoring sessions be undertaken?
There will be three sessions of one hour each over three months conducted virtually via Zoom.
Will food be provided on the day?
We will provide refreshments throughout the day; however delegates are required to make their own arrangements for lunch.
Will accommodation be provided?
No, delegates will have to make their own arrangements for overnight stay. The venue has accommodation on-site.
What are the prerequisites for this course (if any)?
Dedication, a passion for writing and possession of a good command of the English language.
How many people are going to be on the course?
We are targeting a maximum of 20 delegates in person.
Is there an age limit?
Yes, you must be 18 and over.
What type of audience will I be trained to write a novel for?
Adults or Young Adults.