Improve techniques for writing short stories, poetry and memoir with a professional writer. Participate in creative writing competitions.
The course plan is based on the idea of a “Writer’s toolbox”: some tools are essential, some you need to try, see if it works for you. We cover techniques for handling dialogue, description, voice, minimalist style, stream-of-consciousness, pacing, and even humble punctuation. Editing skills forms an important part of the course.
It is suitable for those who have done some writing on their own and need to knock their writing into shape, and for those who want to extend their skills.
Find course information and enrol by following this link:
| College | Crumlin College of Further Education (CDETB) |
| Course ID | 180648 |
| Course Location | Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 12 |
| Course Category | Creative & Fiction Writing, Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Start Date | 21st September 2026 |
| Course End Date | 30th November 2026 |
| Course Duration | 10 weeks |
| Course Time | Monday 7.30pm - 9.00 pm |
| Course Fee | €120 |
| Entry Requirements | None |
| Course Code | CW2 |

Learn techniques for writing short stories, poetry and memoir with a professional writer.