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Your Story on the Page with DJ Connell
Sun 8 - Sun 15 Sep 2019 & Sun 15 Sep - Sun 22 Sep 2019
Breaking Through and Putting Your Story on the Page
This course is not about learning the right or wrong way of writing. It’s about getting into the flow and getting your story down because no one – no one – gets it right the first time. During the week, we will explore techniques for breaking through the obstacles that hold you back from writing the story you carry inside you. Through energetic discussion and exercises, you will become familiar with the writing process, learn practical skills and gain the confidence you need to give your ideas written form. Throughout, you will be guided and encouraged within a positive and supportive group environment.
Key Benefits:
- You will come away feeling determined to plough ahead with your writing.
- You will feel empowered and confident about your abilities and enlivened by the group dynamic.
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About DJ Connell
DJ Connell was born in New Zealand and has lived and worked in various countries including Australia, Japan, France and the UK. She began her writing career as a newspaper journalist and also wrote for the international non-profit field and advertising before becoming a novelist.
Her first novel ‘Julian Corkle is a Filthy Liar’ was published in the UK by HarperCollins and was shortlisted for the Polari First Book Prize and the Not the Booker Prize. It was also published in France by Editions Belfond. Optioned by Sarah Radclyffe Productions and Macgowan Films, the novel was adapted for screen by Mark Herman, Jonathan Entwistle and Rachel Hirons. Production on the feature film (directed by MJ Delaney) is scheduled for 2019.
DJ Connell’s second novel ‘Sherry Cracker Gets Normal’ was also published by HarperCollins with foreign editions published in France and Germany by Editions Belfond and Rowohlt Verlag, respectively.
DJ Connell recently moved from London to Sydney. Find out more about DJ Connell here: www.djconnell.com
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About Atsitsa Bay
DJ's course is held in Atsitsa Bay - a holistic holiday centre set in a stunning, natural location, right on the bay and surrounded by pine forest. With a wide range of courses and activities and an outstanding team of facilitators, it's the perfect place to be inspired and try something new.
What's included?
- More than three courses per day over four to five days each week
- An unrivalled and vibrant community atmosphere
- Fun evening activities and events
- Three delicious Mediterranean meals each day
- Twin shared rustic accommodation in Atsitsa's gardens (upgrades available)
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