THE success of a creative writing workshop at The Station, Richmond, this month’s eight-week course, On the Write Track, was oversubscribed so another has been arranged.

It will start on Monday, February 7, from 1.30-4pm, led by Irene Lofthouse.

“I knew from my research that there was interest in creative writing, but the response has bowled me over,”

she said.

“We had a fun taster session in December and the participants produced some very different pieces from our random five words. I’m hoping that the January and February courses will encourage people to develop their story voices and produce work that can be performed at local events.”

The course is aimed at enabling new and aspiring writers to explore the creative process such as structure, character, timelines, dialogue, narration and genres.

New work could feature in the 2011 Richmond Walking and Book Festival and there is the possibility of having pieces broadcast on local radio and over the web.

On the Write Track is supported by The Station’s community fund. The course costs £64 and booking is essential on 07899-007327 or email irene.lofthouse@btinternet.

com.

Ms Lofthouse is a writer, actor, director and creative facilitator who has run creative writing/storytelling workshops in the North for several years.