Classes & Mentoring

We have limited spaces available in our Remote One-to-One 6 Week Masterclasses in Fiction, Nonfiction, and Scripts (not currently offering Poetry). They are intended for writers 18+ who are at least at the intermediate stage of writing skills.  A combination of online meetings and writing assignments can be tailored to suit your writing goals, with a flexible schedule to suit the working writer's needs. Take up to 3 months to complete your course, and receive a certificate of completion.

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• Weekly video chats (30 minutes), up to 6

• Detailed weekly feedback with an emphasis on structure and elements of storytelling

• Coordinate with instructor for meeting times/days that suit you both

• Choice of focus: draft a work in progress, revise an existing work, or writing exercises to boost inspiration and skills

• Flexible schedule; can be completed in 6 weeks or up to 3 months

• Certificate of completion & instructor recommendation (for future studies or opportunities)

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Masterclasses are currently taught by our EIC Hanna Nielson, a professional freelance editor, specialising in Fiction, NonFiction, and Scripts. She has several years experience in filmmaking and publishing, as well as mentoring adults from all backgrounds in the arts. With a wide range of interests, she is accustomed to 'meeting writers where they're at' and helping them achieve their visions. Visit her  website for more information, as well as editing services and mentoring for professional authors,  here.

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HOW TO APPLY: email thebelfastreview@gmail.com, subject heading 'MASTERCLASS APPLICATION' + choice of genre (fiction, nonfiction, scripts). Include (1) 1 Page Cover letter, detailing writing background, interests, skill level, professional writing goals, goals for the course, and brief summary of project you wish to focus on; (2) 1-2 Page Summary of Project (if applicable), including word count, development stage (first draft, etc), overall story and main characters; (3) 10 Page Writing Sample of your best work.

    *If successful, payment of course fees is required prior to beginning the course.