Home›Writing›Creative Writing Courses›Novel Writing Course Novel Writing Course BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Novel Writing Course is a practical, supportive course for writers who want to begin developing a novel idea into a stronger, more structured piece of work. Designed for beginners and early-stage writers, this course will guide you through the essential techniques of novel writing, from generating ideas and creating characters to building worlds, shaping plot and finding your narrative voice. Working with an experienced writing tutor, you will explore the craft of long-form fiction through practical exercises, group discussion and constructive feedback. Whether you are starting with a blank page or a half-formed idea, this course will help you begin your novel with greater clarity and purpose. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE: Turn your story idea into a compelling novel with the craft and structure to keep readers turning the page. Transform your ideas into a clear and engaging novel concept. Develop memorable characters with convincing motivations and distinctive voices. Build confidence structuring a longer piece of fiction from beginning to end. Strengthen your storytelling through more purposeful plotting, pacing and narrative tension. Explore techniques that help bring scenes, settings and dialogue to life. Receive constructive feedback to help refine your writing and move your project forward. Learn alongside fellow writers in a supportive and inspiring workshop environment. Leave with the skills and momentum to continue developing your novel beyond the course. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 16 Sep 2026 - 21 Oct 2026 Wed 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £382.50 10% OFF Book Now 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 Thu 18:45-21:15 6 weeks Jelena Curcic City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 10 Jan 2027 - 07 Feb 2027 Sun 13:30-16:30 5 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 30 Mar 2027 - 04 May 2027 Tue 18:45-21:15 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 28 May 2027 - 02 Jul 2027 Fri 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 16 Sep 16 Sep 2026 - 21 Oct 2026 £382.50 Day:Wed Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:10% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Nov 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 £425.00 Day:Thu Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Jelena Curcic Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 10 Jan 10 Jan 2027 - 07 Feb 2027 £425.00 Day:Sun Time:13:30-16:30 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 30 Mar 30 Mar 2027 - 04 May 2027 £425.00 Day:Tue Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 28 May 28 May 2027 - 02 Jul 2027 £425.00 Day:Fri Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Story Development Shape your initial idea into a strong foundation for a sustained work of fiction. Character Creation Develop believable, engaging characters through exercises exploring motivation, conflict and relationships. Plot and Structure Learn how to organise your narrative, build tension and maintain momentum across a longer story. Voice and Style Experiment with narrative voice, point of view and prose techniques to strengthen your writing. Workshopping Your Writing Share extracts of your work, receive tutor and peer feedback, and develop your editorial skills. Expert Guidance Benefit from practical writing exercises, group discussion and personalised feedback from an experienced novelist. Useful Information Who is this course for? This course is designed for complete beginners and those with some writing experience who want to focus on novel writing in a structured, supportive environment Do I need to have an idea for my novel before starting? Not necessarily. Some students arrive with a clear concept, while others discover their story idea through the course exercises. Both approaches work well. Will I get feedback on my writing? Yes. You’ll receive constructive, encouraging feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as well as from your peers in group workshops. What will I have by the end of the course? You’ll leave with a clearer sense of your story’s direction, a collection of developed scenes or chapters, and the tools to continue writing with confidence. Want to learn more? Continue your writing journey with one of the courses below. Refine your storytelling, strengthen your writing craft and keep developing your ideas with expert guidance and constructive feedback. Creative Writing Beginners Sitcom Writing Beginners Creative Writing Intensive – 5 Days Creative Writing Intensive - 5 Days Practice writing in multiple formats, from prose to screenplay, and develop your writing style with expert advice from our team of writers. READ MORE Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Jon BartonJelena CurcicWriting Tutors Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 16 Sep 2026 - 21 Oct 2026 Wed 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £382.50 10% OFF Book Now 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 Thu 18:45-21:15 6 weeks Jelena Curcic City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 10 Jan 2027 - 07 Feb 2027 Sun 13:30-16:30 5 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 30 Mar 2027 - 04 May 2027 Tue 18:45-21:15 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 28 May 2027 - 02 Jul 2027 Fri 18:15-20:45 6 weeks Writing Tutors City Academy, Farringdon £425.00 Book Now 16 Sep 16 Sep 2026 - 21 Oct 2026 £382.50 Day:Wed Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:10% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Nov 12 Nov 2026 - 17 Dec 2026 £425.00 Day:Thu Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Jelena Curcic Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 10 Jan 10 Jan 2027 - 07 Feb 2027 £425.00 Day:Sun Time:13:30-16:30 Duration:5 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 30 Mar 30 Mar 2027 - 04 May 2027 £425.00 Day:Tue Time:18:45-21:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 28 May 28 May 2027 - 02 Jul 2027 £425.00 Day:Fri Time:18:15-20:45 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Writing Tutors Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Novel Writing Course' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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