Continuing Our Popular Learn @ Lunch Series: Free Online Creative Writing Workshops with RB Kelly
Published 14 Feb 2025
Continuing from our popular Learn @ Lunch series a brand-new, free online creative writing programme led by author and mentor RB Kelly will begin next week.
Starting Wednesday 19 February at 12:30pm, these engaging lunchtime sessions will explore the art of speculative fiction, offering aspiring writers practical tools and insights to build their own fantastical worlds.
RB Kelly, whose debut novel Edge of Heaven was shortlisted for the Arthur C Clarke Award, brings a wealth of experience in both writing and teaching. Across eight sessions, participants will explore the rich history of Northern Ireland’s science fiction heritage, uncover worldbuilding techniques, and learn how to weave immersive narratives that captivate readers.
Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting your creative journey, these sessions will inspire and guide you through the intricacies of speculative fiction. Topics include constructing believable settings, examining power structures, and using allegory to add depth to your stories.
Each session begins at 12:30pm on a Wednesday and Friday and will be hosted via Zoom.
Registration is free and open to everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of Northern Ireland’s leading voices in speculative fiction. Find out more here.
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