Young Authors Spring Workshop is a fun, practical two-day creative writing workshop where young writers aged 8–12 plan, draft, edit and polish their own short story.

Led by award-winning children’s author, registered teacher and experienced writing tutor Tom E. Moffatt, the workshop introduces the techniques authors use to create memorable characters, gripping problems, funny moments and satisfying endings.

This is not a sit-and-listen workshop. Students will write, share ideas, solve story problems and develop an original story while building their confidence as young authors.

Perfect for children who:

love writing and creating stories
have big ideas but struggle to get them onto the page
would like to become more confident writers
enjoy funny, imaginative or adventurous stories
would benefit from a creative, mostly screen-free holiday activity

Across the two days, students will develop a story they can feel proud of and prepare it for inclusion in a professionally produced group anthology.

The workshop is friendly, structured and encouraging, with plenty of practical guidance, creative prompts and author tips along the way. Places are limited to keep the group supportive and manageable.

Students will receive:

a printed writing workbook
two full days of author-led creative writing instruction
time to plan, draft, edit and polish their story
individual guidance and brief written feedback
a certificate of completion
PDF and ebook editions of the finished anthology
one paperback copy of the anthology

Venue: Cambridge Primary School, Cambridge

Time: 9am–3pm

Dates: Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th of September

Ages: 8–12

If your child loves stories, characters, jokes, imagination or big ideas, this workshop gives them two creative days to turn those ideas into a finished story and become a published young author.

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