On-Line Courses & Tutoring - Professional Help for Writers

Currently I’m running two on-line writing courses:

(i) The Nuts & Bolts of Writing is a six-module course based on Information, Worksheets and Project Work which I correct and return to participants. This is geared to recognise and realise individual writing potential. Start and finishing dates are on demand. The module headings are:

• Tips for Building a Successful Story
• Creating Powerful Characters
• Structuring Plot - Mind-mapping v Creativity
• Choosing Optimum Locations
• Emotional Landscaping
• Discovering Your Writing Style

Cost is €120.00 payable by PayPAL

(ii) Writing Historical Fiction

I’ve linked up with InkWELL Writers for this course.

Historical fiction is the new kid on the publishing block. Writers on both sides of the Atlantic are enjoying unprecedented sales. The genre is enthusiastically embraced by publishers and readers alike. In 2009, several of the novels on the Man Booker Prize longlist were historical fiction and winner was Wolf Hall, Hilary Mantel’s story of Cromwell. 

Writing historical fiction is much more than placing characters in a bygone era. This course helps writers explore the various genres of historical fiction, and become skilled at building historical fact, storylines and characters into riveting fiction. Each module includes an email lecture, writing suggestions, reading recommendations and an assignment to be submitted for tutor review.   

At the end of this course participants will have clearly defined characters, a strong storyline, optimum locations, cameo scenes and an opening chapter.  

For details of the week by week course content: www.inkwellwriters.ie 

Course Length: 6 modules 

Start Date: On Demand 

On-Line Tutoring

On-Line Tutoring has been set up to fill a gap in the Irish market and to meet demand. There is an abundance of writing talent out there waiting to be published. The majority of people know how to write their first draft and write it well but without experience few have the necessary skills to bring their work to the standard required by publishers, editors and producers who are increasingly looking for copy that is up to professional standards and does not require a massive edit.

If you are interested in On-Line Tutoring, initially submit:

By e-mail to patricia@patriciaoreilly.net 500 words ‘polished’ to best of your ability – stating whether short story, novel, play etc. 

As well as an editing service, On-Line Tutoring consists of market analysis, tips for professional presentation and suggested outlets for your work.

Communication is by e-mail and/or phone for a fixed fee.