If you’re keen to expand your writing skills, or thinking about dipping your toe into the world of online courses, look no further.
As the author of four novels and a work of non-fiction, I have a wealth of experience to share.
I am an associate tutor of creative writing at the University of Dundee, deliver courses on behalf of Lifelong Learning Dundee and have been involved with writing for wellbeing in various healthcare settings over many years.
COMING SOON!
LIFELONG LEARNING DUNDEE
FINDING INSPIRATION THROUGH FOLKLORE. April 18th for five weeks; 6.30pm-8.30pm £40/35
People have been finding ways to re-imagine folk tales since the earliest times. This course is a must for anyone with an interest in the creative arts. We will look at various themes and ideas associated with our storytelling heritage and discover what they can bring to our own practice in writing, art, poetry and music.
To book click HERE
Writing Just For You #8
With a weekly one-hour Zoom session, and tasks to do at home, this course will gently lend you the head space to write without pressure on a variety of topics. We’ll be exploring nature, art, music, and mindfulness.
£45 Next 4-week block begins on April 3rd
For more information and booking details, contact me on: sandrairelandauthor@yahoo.co.uk
UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE UPSKILLING
If you live in Scotland, are at risk of redundancy, or are employed but wish to upskill, you may be eligible for a fully-funded place.
Starting Creative Writing
May 1st for 10 weeks (learn online with optional weekly Teams love writing session)
The Lure of the Dark: Finding Inspiration Through Folklore.
July 10th for 10 weeks as above.
Click HERE and scroll down to Humanities.
Previously… If you would like to book me for a creative workshop, please check out the Live Literature Database, or get in touch with me at the address above.
SCOTTISH BOOK TRUST
OPEN BOOK SESSIONS IN 2023!
PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS IN 2022….
BOOK WEEK SCOTLAND
in association with FIFE WRITES:
Creative Writing Workshop with Sandra Ireland. The same workshop will run twice:
- Saturday 19th, 1:30pm to 3pm, North East Fife Community Hub, St Andrews
- Sunday 20th, 7pm to 8.30pm, Zoom
The above workshops are being held during Book Week and will be free to attend, though donations are welcome. Places are limited and must be booked in advance by emailing Kathryn at events@fifewrites.org.uk
IN PERSON AT ARBROATH LIBRARY
FREE SESSIONS IN ASSOCIATION WITH OPEN BOOK READING.
No need to book- just drop in. First one:
Wednesday, Oct 26th, 2pm-4pm
WRITING JUST FOR YOU
SPECIAL MINI-EDITION. Monday 6pm-7pm (Oct 31, Nov 7, Nov 14).
TOPICS:
Halloween * Fireworks * Yule
For more info and to book:
sandrairelandauthor@yahoo.co.uk
PAST WORKSHOPS:
APPLE FOLKLORE WORKSHOP
FREE! To celebrate our Angus Writers’ Scriptorium Residency we’ll be doing a series of workshops.
July 31st 2pm-4pm Meet outside the Arbroath Abbey Visitor Centre, Arbroath. We may be outside so dress for the weather!
Just email me for more info.
sandrairelandauthor@yahoo.co.uk
NEW FOR AUGUST! By popular demand…
WRITING JUST FOR YOU #5
We’ve been through a difficult time, and as life gradually returns to normal, it’s more important than ever to guard our mental wellbeing.
With a weekly one-hour Zoom session, and tasks to do at home, this course will gently lend you the head space to write without pressure on a variety of topics. We’ll be exploring nature, art, music journaling and mindfulness. £45
For more information and booking details, contact me on:
sandrairelandauthor@yahoo,co,uk
ARE YOU STRUGGLING FOR WRITING TIME AND FED UP WITH ZOOM? HOW ABOUT MY SUPER-HELPFUL ‘FIRST STEPS IN FICTION’ COURSE?
Distance learning, email contact only.
£55. Please email for more details:
sandrairelandauthor@yahoo,co,uk
From July 4th for 10 weeks…
THE LURE OF THE DARK: FINDING INSPIRATION THROUGH FOLKLORE.
BOOKING NOW CLOSED!
PAST COURSES. SEE SOMETHING YOU LIKE? GET IN TOUCH!
WRITING JUST FOR YOU #3
See blog post, and contact sandrairelandauthor@yahoo.co.uk for info…
AUTUMN 2021
This November!
To celebrate Book Week Scotland, join us for our online Publishing Boot Camp!
November: Writing Just For You #2
Buy ticket HERE
Delighted to be working again with the fabulous Noelle Harrison! The Lightning Draft is happening in November. Get that novel finished before Christmas! (Postponed until March 2022)
Click HERE for details. Postponed until March 2022
ALSO ‘Edit Your Novel’ Lifelong Learning Dundee Click HERE
This course is now ended but may run again in September. Let me know if you are interested
Writing Just For You
4-week Writing for Wellbeing course
We’ve been through a difficult time, and as life gradually returns to normal, it’s more important than ever to guard our mental wellbeing.
With a weekly one-hour Zoom session, and tasks to do at home, this course will gently lend you the head space to write without pressure on a variety of topics. We’ll be exploring nature, art, music journaling and mindfulness.
Be Mindful
Be Positive
Be Creative
Be Well
Live sessions each Tuesday (June 8th- June 29th)
6.30pm-7.30pm
£55 (limited to 10 places)
To book, just email me at sandrairelandauthor@yahoo.co.uk
University of Dundee
I’m delighted to have been invited to teach on the University of Dundee’s Upskilling Scotland programme. Funded by the Scottish Govt, you are eligible for a FREE place if you are resident in Scotland and employed by a Scottish employer. Each course is a ten-week, distance learning module.
BEGINNING May 3rd:
STARTING CREATIVE WRITING
click HERE for details
BEGINNING July 12th
THE LURE OF THE DARK: FINDING INSPIRATION THROUGH FOLKLORE
Click HERE for details
NEW FOR 2021!
THE LIGHTNING LAB
THE LIGHTNING LAB
Following the success of our brand-new collaboration The Lightning Draft, Noelle Harrison and I will be teaming up again in February and we’ll be working magic in the lab with our unique blend of alchemy to help you Rewrite, Refine and Release your novel into the world. Click HERE for full info.
The Lightning Draft
I will be collaborating with Noelle Harrison, author of The Island Girls and The Gravity of Love on a new project to help you get words on the page! For full details and to book, check out Aurora Writers’ Retreats
Testimonial:
Folklore, fiction, facts and friendship – I found it all when I took part in Sandra Ireland’s online ‘Finding Inspiration through Folklore’ course. In fact, I discovered it was so much more; there was fun, sharing, camaraderie and all the while I was learning, learning, learning.
The course materials provided were informative, easy to access and the exercises inspired me to move forward with my own research and writing. I am now hooked on looking out for stories of local folklore wherever I go!
Sandra’s calm, gentle teaching manner gave us all the confidence to share our own work. It was lovely to feel part of such a kind and supportive group. I look forward to taking part in future courses run by Sandra and would highly recommend them.
Sareen McLay, who took part in ‘Finding Inspiration Through Folklore.’
“Sandra’s generous, welcoming spirit has me returning to workshops, both in person and online, again and again. Sharing her extensive knowledge on a wide range of writing styles – novel, short story, folklore, poetry – in a calm, encouraging manner, means participants blossom and share too, leading to rich, informative classes. If you are offered the opportunity to learn from Sandra, please grasp it firmly with both hands!”
RAE COWIE
To Book email:
sandrairelandauthor@yahoo.co.uk
Payment details on request
Sandra Ireland 