Revision Roadmap

Suitable for those who have finished the first draft of a fiction book

You’ve completed the first draft of your book. You’ve typed a satisfying ‘The End’ on the final page of your typescript. Well done, it’s a great achievement. So, now what? Print it out, pack it up and send it off to an agent or a publisher as soon as possible?

We’re sorry to tell you it’s not quite time to be running off to the post office just yet. Why not? Because no matter how accomplished the writer may be, no-one writes a saleable first draft. But don’t worry, you are now ready to go onto the next phase of the book writing process. And that’s where this course comes in. It’ll be your guide to creating a polished final piece, ready to send off for consideration.

The Course

This three-module course takes you step-by-step through the revision process.

First, you’ll look at the overall structure, plot and character development within your story. Then you’ll take a deeper dive and look at a line edit making sure your prose is refined and polished. And finally, you are told what you need check and about obtaining some reliable outside feedback for your final draft.

Exercises And Assignments

Your course includes three tutor-marked assignments. Your tutor – Stephanie Baudet – will give you feedback on your work and pointers on how to improve it, if improvement is necessary.

Course Outcomes

By the end of your course, you will know how to make your final manuscript shine and how to make it ready to send out agents and publishers.

Included With Your Course

For the duration of your course you will have access to The Writers Bureau's Writers' Community and Zoom Study Sessions where you can meet other writers and ask questions.

Plus, your course also includes a free supplement where you learn how to lay out your typescript. Presenting your work professionally is essential should you wish to send it off for publication.

Trial Period And Time Limit

You have your course on seven-day trial and six months from the date you enrol to send in your assignment. Your course materials are available as soon as your payment has been successful.

No Qualifications Required To Enrol

If you want to learn how to revise your book, then this course is for you. It is suitable for those who have nearly completed, or have already completed, their first draft. No previous experience or qualifications are required.

Enrol Today

There are no fixed start dates so you can begin straight away. If you want to give your book the best chance of acceptance then this course is for you.
Enrol Now For £124

Course Tutor

Stephanie Baudet

Stephanie was born in England but grew up in Australia and New Zealand. She returned to the UK after qualifying as a nurse, got married, and stayed. She is the author of over 80 books for children, the most recent being several series for Sweet Cherry Publishing including Mr Pattacake (10 book set), The Dinosaur Detectives (6 book set), Sherlock Holmes for Children (3 x 10 book sets) and The Bronte Books retold for children (8 book set). Stephanie has been a tutor with The Writers Bureau for twenty years. She lives in Buckinghamshire next door to her daughter and family.

www.stephaniebaudet.com

Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome To Your Course

    2. WB's Writers' Community

    3. Totum Student Discount Card – UK Students Only

    4. Discounted Writing Magazine Subscription For WB Students

    5. Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

    1. Study Tips

    2. How To Download Your Course Modules

    3. AI Policy

    1. Introduction: overcoming the emotional barriers to revision, why your first draft isn’t ready, self-assessment quiz, preparation.

    1. Module One – The Wide-Angle Lens (the big picture): plot and structure, character development.

    2. Assignment One

    1. Module Two – The Portrait Lens (closer focus): descriptive writing, dialogue enhancement, refine your prose.

    2. Assignment Two

    1. Module Three – The Macro Lens: what to check, outside feedback.

    2. Please Print Out For Assignment Three

    3. Assignment Three

About this course

  • £124.00
  • 3 Tutor-marked Assignments
  • 7-Day Trial
  • Time-limit: 6 Months

Start revising your book today.

Skills & Equipment Needed To Take This Course

  • Ideal If It's Your First Time Editing A Book

    No qualifications or previous experience needed.

  • Computer

    You'll need access to a laptop or computer with word processing facilities and internet connection.

  • Typing

    You don’t need to be able to touch type; plenty of people get along fine with just two fingers.

  • Receive Email

    Notifications of when your assignments have been marked and community events are sent to you by email.

  • Facility To Print

    You will need to be able to print out a document for your assignment three.

Terms and Conditions of Enrolment

This course is run in partnership with 'Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau'.


1. 'The Writers Bureau' and 'Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau' Pledge: For the fees quoted 'The Writers Bureau' and 'Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau' will supply the full course and all the services described on our website. 


2. Course Cancellation: If you wish to cancel your course you must let us know within 7-days of enrolling on your course for a full refund providing you have not submitted an assignment. Submission of an assignment commits you to the course. Course cancellations after the initial trial period are at the discretion of 'The Writers Bureau' and 'Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau' and will only be considered in exceptional circumstances.

 

3. Time Limit: This agreement lasts for six months. If you wish to extend your studies beyond this time, an extra charge will be made for administration, assessment of assignments, access to the online course materials and community.

 

4. Copyright: This course is protected by copyright. You agree not to copy, reproduce or broadcast the course or part of the course and not to allow any other person to read or use the course or any portion of it nor offer it for re-sale in any way whatsoever.

 

5.  Rights of 'The Writers Bureau' and 'Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau': 'The Writers Bureau' and 'Esther Chilton The Writers Bureau' reserves the right to refuse to accept any applications for enrolment. We also reserve the right to discontinue the course or tuition for any student if they become abusive in any way.


6. Writers' Community and Zoom sessions: You agree to abide by the guidelines set out here when you participate in the community and Zoom sessions.

 

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