How To Get Into Adventure Writing With Elise Downing
Mon 19 Jun 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM BST
Online, Zoom
How To Get Into Adventure Writing With Elise Downing
Mon 19 Jun 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM BST
Online, Zoom
Description
Whether your adventure involves travelling halfway across the world or a 10-minute walk from your doorstep, writing about your experiences, emotions and stories which emerge as a result of that adventure, often make for some of the most compelling and interesting pieces of journalism. So, where to find said adventures? How do you write about them in an engaging way? And how do you get your adventure stories out there?
In this brand-new workshop for 2023, runner, writer and adventurer Elise Downing will explore (no pun intended) the ways you can get into adventure journalism including:
- How and where to find ideas (and adventures);
- Executing and presenting those ideas well;
- Constructing a narrative and how to add colour to your writing;
- How to get your adventure writing out there.
There will also be a chance to ask your own questions or submit them in advance at our live Q&A. Every participant will receive a copy of the recording and workshop notes.
Meet The Speaker
Elise Downing is a runner, hiker, writer, and speaker who in August 2016, became the first woman and youngest person to run a lap of Great Britain self-supported. Elise wrote about this adventure in her 2021 book, Coasting which was named one of The Times best sports books of that year.
Prior to this, Elise wasn’t an ultrarunner and she had never done any solo-adventuring before. While she has no desire to repeat the 5,000-mile journey along Great Britain's coastline, Elise continues to adventure — whether hiking, swimming, running or anything else — sharing her stories with the world.
Types Of Ticket
Live Ticket: Select a live ticket if you'd like to watch the session live. You'll receive a Zoom link to join when you order. Don't worry if your plans change though – we will also send you a copy of the recording and session notes via email. This is normally 24-48 hours after the session to allow time for us to edit the recording.
Watch Back / Recorded: If you just want to watch back, please select a recorded ticket. This allows us to keep a handle on numbers and make sure we have enough seats around our virtual table. Again, no worries if you change your mind, you will still be sent the Zoom link, so no need to let us know if your plans change. You will typically be sent the recording 24-48 hours after the live session, to give our team time to edit.
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