Alight Writing Academy

Alight Writing Academy Creative writing for every age & stage
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Think about a fictional character you've disliked but couldn't stop reading about.What made them so interesting?When you...
23/09/2026

Think about a fictional character you've disliked but couldn't stop reading about.
What made them so interesting?
When you're developing your own characters, don't concentrate only on making them likeable. Think about what makes them believable, individual and interesting enough for a reader to follow.

22/09/2026

One of the biggest pieces of advice I give my creative writing students is this: if you want to write, you need to be reading.
You learn an enormous amount by absorbing how other writers work – what you enjoy, what you don't enjoy, and what makes you want to keep reading.

17/09/2026

What impossible thing happened in your story that even YOU didn’t see coming? 👀
Tell us in the comments!

16/09/2026

What is romance writing? Let us know if you like to write about love!

15/09/2026

In summary…
Strong flash fiction is usually focused and built around one meaningful moment.
Start late. Keep the story small. Give the ending purpose. Know what the piece is really about.
Read the full post on our website. Link in bio.

Why magical realism goes wrong? Are you a fan of magical realism? What makes it work for you as a reader or writer? Tell...
10/09/2026

Why magical realism goes wrong?
Are you a fan of magical realism? What makes it work for you as a reader or writer? Tell us below.

09/09/2026

This is How to write a good story. ✨Save it for later and comment below. ⬇️

08/09/2026

What’s your favourite genre?
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03/09/2026

Got a story in your head but don’t know how to begin? 👀✍️
Our FREE Start Writing course is looking for beta testers!
No experience needed, just an idea and a little curiosity.

Limited places. Message us or comment for details.

02/09/2026

FREE Creative Writing Course – Beta Testers Wanted
Have you been thinking about trying creative writing, but aren’t quite sure what you want to write yet?
Our new beginner course, Start Writing: An Introduction to Creative Writing, is designed to give you the chance to explore.
Across the course, you’ll try several different forms of writing – including fiction, poetry, memoir and script – with guidance and personalised tutor feedback along the way.
You don’t need any previous writing experience. This is for people who are curious about writing, returning to it after a long break, or simply want a supportive place to begin.
We’re currently looking for a small group of adults to beta test the course before its public launch.
Because this is a beta test, your place is completely free. We simply ask that you work through the course and give us honest feedback about your experience.
• Fully online
• Suitable for complete beginners
• Personalised tutor feedback
• Explore several different forms of creative writing
• Limited free beta places available
If you’ve been waiting for a reason to finally give writing a try, this could be it.
To apply, comment below and we will send you a registration form.

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