Study topics include: short story plotting and structure; analysing market needs; understanding your target reader; working with editors; dialogue; focus; characterisation.

The course includes full tutorial support, as well as 200 pages of information supplied in 6 easy-to-follow modules. It also includes tutorial support from an experienced short story writer. The course includes 6 tutor-marked assignments, allowing you to put your new skills into practice under the guidance of your expert tutor. The whole course involves approximately 50 hours of study time. You can work through the course at your own pace and have up to 12 months to complete your studies.

The assignments in this course are flexible, so you can use them to work on developing core writing skills or, if you prefer, concentrate on your own writing projects with help and support of your personal tutor.

Why Choose Us?

Our tutorial support is second-to-none! You'll be assigned a personal tutor as soon as you enrol who will work with you all the way through your course. You can contact your tutor directly at any time if you have any questions or problems, or if you would just like a chat about how the course is going. Tutorial support is by e-mail and/or telephone.

Book this course now to begin studying today! Once you enrol your first module and your tutor contact details will arrive in your inbox almost immediately.

This course costs just £145.