February and March 2025 – Feedback from transforming the real life stories of local 19th century miners into fiction with a global appeal workshops
“Fascinating, as ever. Well-paced, plenty of time to think, and share, great hand-outs.” (K.W.)
“Interesting, fast moving + confidence building.” (S.J.)
“Very informative + entertaining. Excellent workshop.” (Anon participant)
“Very useful. While the workshop was aimed at historical fiction the skills were equally applicable to non-fiction.” (Martin C.)
“Great workshop. Vanni (Myfanwy) is a font of knowledge.” (S.B.)
“Thought provoking and educational.” (N.T.)
“Very enlightening. Thorough travel into historical writing resources and techniques.” (K.)
“You almost inspired me to write that series I have always imagined writing.” (P.G.)
“A lot of fun and full of stimulating ideas. I never knew there was so much historical information available about the Devon miners. Lots of reading to do!” ((Anon participant)
“Absolutely fascinating insight into a new subject area for me as I am used to non-fiction. Really enjoyed the exercises that to focus and great to hear the diversity of approaches to telling stories.”
