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Develop your Writing

Years 12 – 13

Become more confident in academic writing.

Monday – Friday, London Available during term-time. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred date.

About Develop your Writing

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This workshop is fully booked until 29 May 2026. We are now taking bookings for 1 June 2026 onwards. Please do not make a booking request for a date before this time as it will not be processed.

Become more confident in academic writing with this session run by Royal Literary Fund Writing Fellows. This one-day workshop focuses on essay writing with practical tasks, discussion and opportunities to share techniques. 

What’s covered :

  • the purpose of different writing styles 
  • breaking down essay titles 
  • key instruction terms in essay titles and what they mean 
  • essay flow and paragraph plans 
  • evidence and critical thinking 
  • introductions and conclusions.

Please note:

  • maximum group size: 30
  • time: 10.30 – 14.30
  • cost: free
  • location: British Library, London.

Booking is essential via the 'Book Now' button. Please email schools@bl.uk if you have questions or need help with the form.

More information about our Schools programme is available on our Schools hub.

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