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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.

About our Schools programme

Looking for inspiring and educational activities for your primary or secondary school? Join us for workshops, tours and teacher CPD events in London, Leeds, and online.  View our full range of primary and secondary school activities and teacher CPDs.

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