Lil' Writing Shed - Bristol

peter B.

I learnt a huge amount on Samantha’s novel writing course and enjoyed every minute of it. The course is very well structured and interleaved with feedback, not only from Samantha but also from the others on the course. It’s very insightful and revealing to hear how your writing is viewed by other writers. It has made a very significant difference in terms of revising my novel and also in my reading, spotting the ways successful authors apply their skills. The course is excellent value and I would highly recommend it. Go for it. Peter

Gill M.

Loved this course!
I felt so inspired to write with Samantha’s carefully crafted prompts. My writing improved so much and I received valuable feedback from Samantha and other writers.
Looking forward to doing more courses at Lil Writing Shed.

Sally S.

When I first thought about creative writing I really didn't know where to start. Having looked at several courses I found that the Lil' Writing Shed was, by far the best option for me. I've learnt so much from the courses I've taken part in, and now have confidence in what I'm doing.

Samantha is a great tutor and
guides you, and to meet other like minded writers is an excellent way to progress. I'd highly recommend Samantha's writing courses, because not only do you learn, you also become part of a writing community that helps you to grow.

Thanks Samantha for all your help and support.

Beth K.

I've done a few writing courses and Samantha's are by far my favourite. She's fantastic at facilitating group discussion, and always has an array of stimuli to get us approaching our writing in new ways. Her feedback on my work is detailed, and I always look forward to my weekly writing class.

Amy P.

The course really helped me to stay on track with writing and to experiment with approaches and styles I wouldn't have otherwise tried. A great experience and will definitely sign up to another one!

Silvia S.

Being part of the course group is an experience that connects one to the art of writing in beautiful ways.

Sam is an incredible teacher and no doubt the people she brings together are talented, passionate writers.

My experience has been one of deeper understanding novel writing: structure, essence as well as many insights I will carry with me throughout all areas of life.

Under Sam's guidance, I was able to sit and unveil my ideas in a welcoming space, being motivated and inspired. To describe the feeling of reading other people's freshly written words whilst sharing my work, recieving and offering critique: Every session brought butterflies of joy throughout my body!

Thank you Sam, Sally and Kate and I will certainly see you in a future course💚

Em S.

Samantha's courses are what have really got me writing. They are vibrant, stimulating, unusual and fun. She has a deep knowledge of writers and writing which she shares to encourage even the most tentative new writer to put pen to page. I feel I have learnt how to write under her supportive guidance; she has led me through moments of self doubt and discouragement to complete writing a memoir I began two years ago.

Vivienne S.

I have worked with Samantha for several years now and each workshop/lesson I attend I always learn something new. Samantha has encouraged me to keep going on my children’s stories when I am flagging with new ideas and ways into writing. She is an inspiring and stimulating workshop leader, I would always recommend her work.