Borders Writersďż˝ Forum programme 2010--2011
2010
VENUE: All events St Cuthbert's Church Hall Melrose, Start time 7.30pm unless otherwise stated.
15th April Margaret Jeary
Talk on 'From Kelso to Kalamazoo'
All welcome-- Members Free, Non Members �3.
20th May BWF Drama Group Present
'INTERVIEW'
A One Act Play.
17th June Writing a Trilogy
Workshop by Iona McGregor.
To write one novel is a challenge but to embark on a trilogy can be even more challenging. The skills used will be discussed at a talk and workshop by Iona McGregor who is at present writing a trilogy, �The Story of Fr Vic�. The creative process and the techniques and tools used will be discussed along with an examination of the overall plan for writing the three books. There will be three short writing exercises designed to aid the creative process for the fiction writer.
JULY 7TH 8PM ABBOTSFORD HOUSE: SIMON ARMITAGE EVENT
One of Britain’s greatest poets, Simon Armitage is launching his Pennine Way walk with a free reading at Abbotsford next month.
He will be making no charge but he will pass the hat around “troubadour style.” Booking is essential – as venue is small – so email: events@scottsabbotsford.co.uk or tel: 01896 752 043.
Hosted by the Borders Writers Forum and the Abbotsford Trust.
Summer Excursion to be arranged.
16th September Visit to Abbotsford House.
21st October Short Stories: Snapshots from Life.
Workshop by Oliver Eade.
18th November Anthology Launch.
15th December Christmas Social.
2011
20th January Ballads, Burdens and Riddles
Talk and Workshop by Bridget Khursheed.
17th February Members Showcase.
17th March AGM.
