Author Workshop - Bringing Your Setting to Life

Held on the last Saturday of each month at The Royal Bath Hotel (Bournemouth), our Monthly Author Workshops are practical, welcoming sessions designed to support writers at every stage.

Each workshop focuses on a specific topic, led by a guest speaker from across the publishing industry — including authors, editors, and industry professionals — sharing real insights, practical advice, and actionable strategies.

Schedule:

• 10:30am – Arrival, tea/coffee & networking
• 10:45am – Workshop begins
• 12:00pm – Q&A session
• 12:15pm – Book signing & informal chats
• 12:30pm – Close

These sessions are designed to be interactive, supportive, and immediately useful, whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your writing career.

29 August 2026

Bringing Your Setting to Life: Writing Location & Atmosphere
with Alex Stone

In this session, Alex Stone explores how setting shapes character, mood, and story.

You will learn how to use location and atmosphere to deepen emotional impact, create immersive scenes, and bring your writing to life for the reader.

This practical workshop will help you move beyond description and use setting as an active part of your storytelling.

Perfect for: Writers looking to strengthen their storytelling and world-building