Join us for an evening with acclaimed game developer Adrienne Bazir (she/they) in this Q&A exploring metatext, foreshadowing and all things involving video game writing.After ten years of working on kids’ animated shows, Adrienne now runs insertdisc5, a indie game studio focused on storytelling. In 2023, she launched her award-nominated, black and white, timeloop game In Stars…

One creator’s experience. One big question: in a world where AI can create anything, what will make our stories matter? A conversation with creative director, producer and Gen AI consultant Jason Yates about a career built around storytelling, creativity and culture. A candid look at where creativity has come from, where it is heading, and…

In her class ‘Writing Tension and Plot Twists’, bestselling author, executive producer, and storytelling consultant, Natali Simmonds, will be teaching: How to build irresistible tension that keeps readers turning the pages Raising the stakes and creating conflict that matters Mastering suspense, pacing, and misdirection Crafting plot twists that are both shocking and earned Planting clues,…

Dan recently completed the script for a feature film The Tankman, inspired by Ken Small’s book The Forgotten Dead. Over the past year, Dan has written episodes for The Hardacres Season 2 (Paramount/C5) and for Father Brown (BBC), where he is lead writer. Dan has also written episodes for series 4 of Sister Boniface (Britbox/BBC Studios) and series 5 of Shakespeare and Hathaway (BBC), having…

Join acclaimed documentary producer Margareta Szabo for an inspiring Q&A exploring her journey into filmmaking, how powerful documentary stories are developed, and what a producer’s role really involves. Margareta Szabo is a BAFTA Elevate and Grierson-nominated producer, and co-founder of Labor of Love Films. She produces emotionally resonant, cinematic documentaries that premiere at major festivals…

This workshop explores how to transform written narratives into compelling visual storytelling. Participants will learn the key steps of adaptation, including identifying a book’s core themes, restructuring plots for episodic formats or films, and developing characters with screen-ready arcs.  The workshop includes practical exercises such as deciding what to condense or expand, maintaining the author’s…

The Funding Process: Getting More Than the MoneyIf you’re a writer or creative looking for ways to get your project funded across film, TV as well as new forms of storytelling, then this is the workshop for you. Funding applications can feel daunting, particularly when you are early in your career and trying to work…

Lucy’s background is in TV production, where she worked in development and as a script editor. Now she’s a writer, she wishes she’d been nicer to them when she had the chance. Lucy has written extensively for live action and animation. Her live action credits include Hank Zipzer (Kindle/CBBC), So Awkward(Series 2 to 6), Still So Awkward, So Awkward Academy (Channel…

Join us for an evening with novelist Mandy Byatt as we explore her journey from studying creative writing to becoming a published author and, most recently, an independent publisher.  Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a crime fiction fan, or curious about the changing world of independent publishing, expect an engaging and insightful conversation – with…

Has your novel stalled or lost its spark? Join us to explore how to reignite the love for your work in progress and get it back on track. We’ll consider the various roadblocks that can appear on the journey to complete your novel – either from the project itself or from external factors in your…

Join us for an evening with Ollie George Clark as we explore the inspiration behind his imaginative fantasy adventures, the journey from first ideas to publication, and the craft of writing for young readers. Together, we’ll discuss creating unforgettable characters, building magical worlds, balancing humour with high-stakes adventure, and what it takes to bring a…

A strong story concept is only the beginning. The right main character should be the person most tested and transformed by the plot — not simply someone interesting who happens to be caught in the middle of it. In this lively, practical workshop, Lee Weatherly will show you how to create a protagonist whose wants, needs,…