Bringing Your Writing To Life

Bringing Your Writing To Life

Think of a favourite book and how it made you feel as you were reading it. The best stories sweep readers into a literary world, forcing you to experience the struggles and dreams of characters you’ve never met. This workshop will teach you how to do this, whether you’re a regular writer or complete beginner.

This workshop will be held at the Morrab Library, Penzance, TR18 4DA

Saturday 26th July 10am-12:15pm

We will explore how to:

  • Using vivid descriptions
  • Evoking emotions
  • Choosing words that keep your writing fresh
  • Developing the details of your setting.

You’ll write lots on this workshop and read anything aloud that you’d like to (no pressure if you’d rather not). Should you wish, you’ll receive positive, constructive feedback on your writing and will leave with a better understanding of how to make your work linger in the mind of readers long after they’ve read it.

About Your Tutor

Peter McAllister

Peter studied English Literature at The University of Cambridge, was awarded a Distinction for his MA in Creative Writing and now lectures at the University of Hull. He is the editor and co-founder of Inkfish Magazine and a committee member for the Penzance Literary Festival. In 2025, Peter is the Writer in Residence at The Morrab Library.
Peter’s writing builds layers of narrative through linked pieces that result in profound moments of self-realisation or dramatic action. He has been shortlisted and highly commended in several International Literary Prizes for his short-form fiction and poetry. His work has been published online, in print journals and numerous anthologies.

Creative Writing Workshops