Home›Writing›Creative writing courses›Novel Writing Taster Classes Novel Writing Taster Classes BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Our Novel Writing Taster is a friendly short introduction to writing long-form fiction, designed for adults who are curious about developing stories, characters and ideas for a novel. In this relaxed session, you will explore how to spark ideas for novels, how characters can take shape and how a story world can start to form on the page. Ready to start a full course? Enrol on our in-person Beginners Novel Writing Course today and enjoy tailored exercises, writing prompts and ongoing support to help you develop your manuscript chapter by chapter. Please note that fluency in English is essential for this course. If you have any special requirements please reach out to us prior to your course start date. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE Discover the foundations of novel writing and take the first steps towards bringing your story to life. Explore the creative process of writing a novel in a relaxed and supportive environment. Discover techniques for turning ideas into compelling stories. Experiment with character, plot and narrative through practical writing exercises. Try different approaches to storytelling and discover what inspires you most. Experience the satisfaction of bringing your ideas to life on the page. Receive expert guidance and encouraging feedback throughout the session. Meet like-minded writers and share ideas in a friendly workshop setting. Leave inspired to continue your writing journey with greater creativity and direction. View Upcoming Classes Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 09 Sep 2026 Wed 18:15-20:15 2 hours Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £25.00 Book Now 05 Nov 2026 Thu 18:45-20:45 2 hours Jelena Curcic City Academy, Farringdon £25.00 Book Now 20 Dec 2026 Sun 11:00-13:00 2 hours Jelena Curcic City Academy, Farringdon £25.00 Book Now 09 Sep 09 Sep 2026 £25.00 Day:Wed Time:18:15-20:15 Duration:2 hours Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Nov 05 Nov 2026 £25.00 Day:Thu Time:18:45-20:45 Duration:2 hours Tutor: Jelena Curcic Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 20 Dec 20 Dec 2026 £25.00 Day:Sun Time:11:00-13:00 Duration:2 hours Tutor: Jelena Curcic Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Useful information What is a Novel Writing Taster Class? A one-off session designed for anyone interested in writing a novel. It gives you the chance to try our teaching style, explore key storytelling tools, and work on your own ideas in a relaxed and supportive environment. Why take a Taster? This class will help you decide whether novel writing is the right creative focus for you while giving you practical exercises to start or develop your manuscript. You’ll gain insight into our professional teaching approach, receive personal guidance from an experienced tutor, and have the opportunity to meet others who share your passion for storytelling. Do I need any writing experience? No, this class is open to beginners as well as those who have already started a novel and want fresh inspiration. Do I need to prepare anything before the class? No preparation is required, but if you have an idea or a draft, you are very welcome to bring it along. What's next after the taster? If you enjoy the taster session, you can enrol in our Beginners Novel Writing Course, where you’ll work on your manuscript in a structured way, develop your writing craft in more depth, and receive ongoing feedback and encouragement. Want to learn more? Build on your Novel Writing Taster with one of the courses below. Continue developing your writing craft, exploring new storytelling techniques and growing your ideas into longer works of fiction. Novel Writing Course Creative Writing Beginners Sitcom Writing Beginners Creative Writing Summer School Kick-start your writing, whether you have an existing idea that you would like to develop or you’re still looking for inspiration on our Creative Writing Summer School FIND OUT MORE Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Jon BartonJelena Curcic Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 09 Sep 2026 Wed 18:15-20:15 2 hours Jon Barton City Academy, Farringdon £25.00 Book Now 05 Nov 2026 Thu 18:45-20:45 2 hours Jelena Curcic City Academy, Farringdon £25.00 Book Now 20 Dec 2026 Sun 11:00-13:00 2 hours Jelena Curcic City Academy, Farringdon £25.00 Book Now 09 Sep 09 Sep 2026 £25.00 Day:Wed Time:18:15-20:15 Duration:2 hours Tutor: Jon Barton Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Nov 05 Nov 2026 £25.00 Day:Thu Time:18:45-20:45 Duration:2 hours Tutor: Jelena Curcic Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 20 Dec 20 Dec 2026 £25.00 Day:Sun Time:11:00-13:00 Duration:2 hours Tutor: Jelena Curcic Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Novel Writing Taster Classes' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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Please note bookings are non-transferable after 72 hours.(For more information please see our terms and conditions) 10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course. Creative Writing Summer School Kick-start your writing, whether you have an existing idea that you would like to develop or you’re still looking for inspiration on our Creative Writing Summer School FIND OUT MORE City Academy, Farringdon Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Creative Writing Summer School Kick-start your writing, whether you have an existing idea that you would like to develop or you’re still looking for inspiration on our Creative Writing Summer School FIND OUT MORE All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you, they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class. 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