In-Person Courses

We are delighted to announce the return of In-Person courses. Writers can now enjoy the high quality teaching and support of all MKCW courses In-Person at their local Arts Centre. We have a wide range of opportunities coming up so check out what is available now. Get in contact if you would like an In-Person writing event in your area. Courses designed & delivered by Dr Martin Keaveney or Associate Lecturer.

See you in class!

Martin.

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IRELAND SOUTH

Creative Writing: One Day Course – YOUGHAL

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?

Get started with creative writing in this exciting new one-day course. Learn the basics of craft, getting started, editing your work, and preparing for submission to publishers and editors. Suitable for those seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a creative writer. You also can complete an optional writing sample and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed. An exciting and enjoyable one-day course with expert support, writing exercises and creative workshops. Lunch & Refreshments included!

Limited places.

The Mall Arts Centre, Youghal, Co.Cork.

Saturday 22nd April 2023

– 10am-5pm 

Course day outline

– €189.99 Book Here

Creative Writing: One Day Course – CLONMEL

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?

Get started with creative writing in this exciting new one-day course. Learn the basics of craft, getting started, editing your work, and preparing for submission to publishers and editors. Suitable for those seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a creative writer. You also can complete an optional writing sample and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed. An exciting and enjoyable one-day course with expert support, writing exercises and creative workshops. Lunch & Refreshments included!

Limited places.

Venue: 4-star Talbot Hotel, Clonmel.

Course day outline

Saturday 20th May 2023

– 10am-5pm 

– €189.99 Book here / Limited places

IRELAND NORTH

Creative Writing: One Day Course – CASTLEBLANEY

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?Get started with creative writing in this exciting new one-day course. Learn the basics of craft, getting started, editing your work, and preparing for submission to publishers and editors. Suitable for those seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a creative writer. You also can complete an optional writing sample and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed. An exciting and enjoyable one-day course with expert support, writing exercises and creative workshops. Lunch & Refreshments included! Limited places.

Venue: Íontas Theatre, Arts & Community Resource Centre, Conabury, Castleblayney, Co.Monaghan.

Course day outline

Date TBA Enquire

10am-5pm

Registration – €150

Register here

IRELAND EAST

Creative Writing: One Day Course – CARLOW

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?

Get started with creative writing in this exciting new one-day course. Learn the basics of craft, getting started, editing your work, and preparing for submission to publishers and editors. Suitable for those seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a creative writer. You also can complete an optional writing sample and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed. An exciting and enjoyable one-day course with expert support, writing exercises and creative workshops. Lunch & Refreshments included!

 Course day outline

Limited places.

Venue: 4-Star Talbot Hotel, Graigue, Portlaoise Road, Carlow, Co. Carlow.

Saturday 29th April 2023

10-5pm

– €189.99 Book Here

Creative Writing: One Day Course – MULLINGAR

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?

Get started with creative writing in this exciting new one-day course. Learn the basics of craft, getting started, editing your work, and preparing for submission to publishers and editors. Suitable for all levels of creative writer, including beginners seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a successful author. You also can complete an optional writing sample and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed. An exciting and enjoyable one-day course with expert support, writing exercises and creative workshops. Lunch & Refreshments included!

Limited places.

Venue: Mullingar Congress Centre, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath

Saturday 6th May 2023

10-5pm

Course day outline

– €189.99 Book here

Limited places.

Venue: TBA – enquire

Course day outline

Registration – €150 Book here / Limited places

Creative Writing: One Day Course – TALLAGHT

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?

Get started with creative writing in this exciting new one-day course. Learn the basics of craft, getting started, editing your work, and preparing for submission to publishers and editors. Suitable for those seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a creative writer. You also can complete an optional writing sample and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed. An exciting and enjoyable one-day course with expert support, writing exercises and creative workshops. Lunch & Refreshments included!

Course day outline

Limited places.

Venue:

Rua Red, South Dublin Arts Centre, Tallaght, Co.Dublin.

Date TBA Enquire

10-5pm

– €150 Book Here

IRELAND WEST

Creative Writing: Introduction – GALWAY CITY

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?

This exciting and highly popular introduces participants to the craft of creative writing while working in a range of genres such as sci-fi, crime, horror and realism. We will share work, exchange feedback and discuss routes to publication. Suitable for those seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a creative writer. You also can complete an optional Final Project and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed.  This In-Person course runs for 12 weeks. Limited places.

The next In-person course in Galway city will take place at:

3.00-5.00 pm

on

Thursday 20th April 2023 for 12 weeks. 

The course concludes on 6th July 2023. 

Venue:

Menlo Park Hotel, Headford Rd. Galway.

€289.99 — Book here

Creative Writing: One Day Course – CASTLEBAR

Have you ever wanted to write short stories or even try a novel? Have you dreamed of seeing your play on stage, your film on screen, or even stunning audiences with your poetry?

Get started with creative writing in this exciting new one-day course. Learn the basics of craft, getting started, editing your work, and preparing for submission to publishers and editors. Suitable for those seeking a rewarding pastime or as an introduction to an exciting professional career as a creative writer. You also can complete an optional writing sample and receive post course editorial with advice on how to proceed. An exciting and enjoyable one-day course with expert support, writing exercises and creative workshops. Lunch & Refreshments included!

Limited places.

TBA Enquire

Venue: Ellison Hotel, Lannagh Rd, Garryduff, Castlebar, Co. Mayo.

Registration: €189.99

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