Frankenstein’s monster, Hannibal Lecter, Count Dracula... everyone knows their names and stories.
This short course will walk you through a mini history of the monster in horror writing, before you create your own monster legend.
The day is comprised of short lectures, group discussions and practical writing exercises.
It's is open to beginners as well as people with some writing experience looking for inspiration.
What will I gain?
You’ll leave this course with a short piece of creative horror writing that can be a great starting point for further development.
You’ll also have the knowledge of what to do with your text, and where best to get published.
Tutor profile: C J R Baker has published a series of novellas as well as thirteen short stories and articles.
She has an MA in Horror and Transgression, has begun her PhD related to this genre, and teaches on film production degree course at the University of Derby.
Indicative maximum class size: 16
Any questions?
Contact the short course team:
Email: creativeshortcourses@ntu.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)115 848 2813
What you'll study
On this course, you will:
- define and understand what is meant by monster
- examine previous monsters and the impact they’ve had on the genre and industry
- understand the use of a monster from a marketing angle
- create a monster with a back story
- gain feedback on a short piece of your own.
Entry requirements
Level: Beginner
Entry requirement: No experience is required.
Level: Beginner
Entry requirement: No experience is required.
How to apply
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
Saturday course (27 March 2021)
Browse all our creative writing short courses.
Please read our notes on the University's commitment to delivering the educational services advertised.
You can book your place via the NTU online store:
Saturday course (27 March 2021)
Browse all our creative writing short courses.
Please read our notes on the University's commitment to delivering the educational services advertised.
Fees and funding
The fee for this course is £60.
Payment is due at the time of booking.
The fee for this course is £60.
Payment is due at the time of booking.