Wednesday 14 September 2016

Feedback from our latest 'coffee and cake' workshop:

Thoughttree
Setting: An upstairs room above a village teashop, furnished with an eclectic mix of vintage furniture and decorator’s paraphernalia.
Characters: Six men and women of disparate ages and appearance, among them two or three familiar faces but also some strangers, drawn together by an email invitation.

Plot: Starting from zero, an idea is introduced, individuals start to respond - recognising something familiar, draw into the conversation and gaining in confidence as others acknowledge their contributions. Within minutes the group are scribbling away, developing their own take on the theme and comfortable when it comes to sharing their writing. The creative work accelerates and the group marvel at how, in such a short space of time, everyone is enthused and inspired. The group reluctantly leave the little room, but each of them now eager and able to continue their unique texts alone. Until another Thoughttree email drops into their inbox.

Good to know our punters appreciate us - many thanks!

Friday 2 September 2016

Greetings from Thoughttree!

It's September already - time for new beginnings and fresh challenges...so, come and join our next inspiring Writing Workshop: The Craft of Plotting Fiction

Consider this premise for a story: 'Four siblings go through a magical wardrobe into another world.' Intriguing, admittedly - but there's no plot. Add: 'They must defeat an evil queen who is enslaving the land.' This is the story's motivation. With it comes the possibility of choices, obstacles and unpredictable outcomes. In other words, a plot! How might you develop your idea for a story into a series of events and actions?

We'll dip into some great novels for inspiration and try out some step by step techniques for developing plot. As always, there'll be time to write and to share ideas in a friendly and supportive atmosphere.

Date: Saturday 10th September 2016
Time: 10am -12.30
Place: The Village Paintpot Café, 55,Main Street, Elloughton, Brough HU15 1JP
Cost: £18 (including excellent coffee and cake!)
All levels welcome. Please book asap as spaces are limited.

Hope to see you there.

Best wishes

Deb and Ali