Creative writing
Creativity is at the heart of these courses, releasing the power of the imagination, unblocking the images the writer sees 'behind their eyes'.
On the majority of courses, writers of all levels of experience are welcome, although some are specifically designed for more experienced authors. Each course can be taken on its own or as part of a series.
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Most courses are run by Greg and Kate Mosse, both successful writers and extremely experienced teachers.
Kate is the author of the bestsellers Labyrinth and Sepulchre. She read English at New College, Oxford. She is co-founder of the Orange Prize for Fiction and currently presents Radio 4's 'A Good Read'.
Greg Mosseis programme leader for West Dean's MA Creative Writing. He graduated in English and Drama from Goldsmiths' College, University of London and has an MA in Creative Writing from Portsmouth. He has published works of history, science fiction, children's stories and literary translation.
Teaching facilities
Courses take place in the King's Room, a well-equipped teaching room on an upper floor in the Main House. Students should bring their own laptops if they have them. The College's Computer Suite will be available for these courses.
Writer's retreat Competition 2012
West Dean College and Myriad Editions invite you to enter the Writer's Retreat Competition 2012
In the past year Myriad have published some of the best and most exciting début novelists. As part of our mission to encourage and support creative writers,we’re delighted to be joining forces with West Dean College for a third year running to sponsor this annual competition
for a work in progress.
Click herefor more details about the competition.