Jericho Writers

Path to Publication: Navigate the world of traditional publishing – Jericho Writers This course is tailored for writers seeking to be traditionally published. You'll discover how to craft a compelling submission package, pitch your work effectively, the art of author branding, the bu...

'The Appeal', Janice's first book, was the biggest selling debut novel of 2021 and named crime novel of the year by the Sunday Times. If you'd like to learn from Janice, secure your spot on the course this October! jerichowriters.com/creative-wri...

A former magazine editor and award-winning journalist, Janice's career has also taken in speech writing and screen writing. Her first feature film, 'Retreat', co-written with Carl Tibbetts, starred Cillian Murphy, Thandie Newton and Jamie Bell.

We're thrilled to announce that Janice Hallett will be the special guest joining us on this autumn's Path To Publication course! Janice is the best-selling author of 'The Appeal', 'The Twyford Code' and 'The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels'.

Did you know...? Typically, *one in four* of our Self-Edit Your Novel alumni go on to publishing success. Even better, if you apply before 28 August you could win a bursary place on our next course, starting 9 September. Visit our website for all the details you need! buff.ly/LlVC7Fj

Write That Draft 5-Day Bootcamp – Jericho Writers Join our 5-day online bootcamp for expert guidance on busting though writer's block and actually finishing the first draft of your book.

✍️ Writing feeling like a chore? You're not alone. This Friday at 12pm I'm sharing my tips on OVERCOMING WRITERS' BURNOUT at @jerichowriters.bsky.social's WRITE THAT DRAFT BOOTCAMP. Burnout isn't weakness - it's a signal. Can't make it live? All bootcamp sessions are recorded & you can still sign up👇

Ultimate Novel Writing Programme: how to plan, write, edit & publish Write a novel in a year with the Ultimate Novel Writing Course, supported by renowned authors and literary agents

🔗 If you'd like to work one-to-one with Andrew on your own writing, visit our website to find out more about the Novel Writing Course and Ultimate Novel Writing Programme: jerichowriters.com/creative-wri... (3/3)

Already the winner of this year's Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction, the novel is set in a remote English community during the long, hard winter of 1962/3, and poses the question: Where do you hide when you can't leave home? And where, in a frozen world, can you run to? (2/3)

Congratulations to Andrew Miller, tutor on our Ultimate Novel Writing Programme, whose latest work 'The Land In Winter' has just been long-listed for the 2025 Booker Prize! 🎉🥳💫 (1/3)

🚨 If you're a crime or thriller writer looking to hone your craft, don't miss our specialist tutored course, coming up this September! 🚨 You'll learn from Graham Bartlett - a best-selling crime writer *and* former police Chief Superintendent. 🔗 Visit our website to sign up now: buff.ly/Rv1MFf0

And if your productivity is in need of a stronger push, we'll also be running our brand new Write That Draft bootcamp next month: a five-day crash course in turbo-charging your motivation and getting those words down. Find out more here: buff.ly/y27Kr6f

In yesterday's newsletter, our very own @laurastarkeyauthor.bsky.social shared her tips for getting your book written in eight months. Sounds like a tall order, but trust us: click through and read the blog for her advice... buff.ly/0368tHU

In last week's Friday email, Jericho Writers founder Harry Bingham tackled the tricky topic of how to reflect your book's elevator pitch in the visual materials you might prepare to promote it... jerichowriters.com/townhouse/ar...

Typically, 1 in 3 people end the course with a literary agent interested in their work ✨💫
🔗 Want to know more about what the Programme could do for you? Visit our website for now! buff.ly/qJ4hwUc (2/2)

Congratulations to all the students whose work is featured in our newly-released Anthology! 🎉🥳🥂
Did you know...? Students on our Ultimate Novel Writing Programme have their work included in an end-of-course collection that is shared with top literary agents from a diverse range of agencies. (1/2)

Creating Pace and Tension Through Character, Setting and Dialogue – Jericho Writers Crime readers are a discerning bunch and if you asked a hundred what draws them to the genre, I’d put money on the words “pace” and “tension” topping most lists. You can have a beautifully constructed...

So, in yesterday's Tuesday newsletter, we asked Graham Bartlett - tutor on our Writing Crime and Thriller Novels course - for his advice on using characters, setting and dialogue to keep those pages turning, with nary a shotgun in sight... jerichowriters.com/creating-pac... (2/2)

When you're crafting a crime or thriller story, it can be tempting to keep the pitch too high with endless action sequences - but the risk of this is exhausting (not to mention boring!) your reader... (1/2)

Self-Editing Course: Polish Your Manuscript – Jericho Writers Our self-editing course is led by publishing professionals, and will help you get your manuscript to industry standard.

The book is set for release on 28 July through Troubador Publishing. Well done, Hastie: we can't wait to see your story in readers' hands!
🔗 Interested in joining us for the next Self-Edit Your Novel course? Find out how here: jerichowriters.com/creative-wri...

Massive congratulations to Hastie Salih on the upcoming publication of her second novel, 'The Cradle and the Cage'! 🥳🎉🥂
It follows Yasmine, who's spent her life piecing together fragmented stories of her homeland, Kurdistan.

Ooh, 'despise' is a pretty strong word @christinemichael.bsky.social! But we think our founder, Harry Bingham, has been known to have strong opinions on body-focused descriptions of feelings...

Is a writing routine necessary?  – Jericho Writers The internet is practically bursting with content on the writing routines of best-selling authors. But these writers already make a living from the craft. Their schedules often feel completely differe...

This week on the Jericho Writers blog: Do you really need a writing routine? Ultimate Novel Writing Programme tutor Liz Monument explains why comparing your schedule to those of best-selling authors isn't always sensible... jerichowriters.com/is-a-writing...

✨Don't miss✨ The Ultimate Start - our online, one-day novel writing workshop, happening this Saturday from 10am!
It's the perfect way to kickstart your creativity, whether you're just getting started with your novel or feeling stuck partway through: buff.ly/pinFU16

Through both the Novel Writing Course and Ultimate Novel Writing Programme, we're proud to offer more live online lessons and one-to-one mentoring than you'll get on any other creative writing course.
Visit our website for all the information you need on applying: buff.ly/DOVb0YX

Use the code EARLY10 and save up to £603 / US$774 depending on which course and payment option you choose. This is the only discount that will available on the courses set to begin this October - so get it before it's gone!

Thinking of applying for the Novel Writing Course or Ultimate Novel Writing Programme? Then ✨don't miss✨ our early enrolment offer, which ends this Sunday 6 July.

And can you craft an impactful (entire!) plot in the time you might usually spend on world-building? There's only one way to find out... Get a full list of short story prompts here! buff.ly/6i0iDHQ (3/3)

Most of all, though, it's a fantastic way to stretch your authorial skills. Can your prose be spare, but striking? Can you create an engaging character who resonates with readers in minutes, rather than hours? (2/3)

In yesterday's Tuesday newsletter, we urged readers to have a go at short story writing. Why? Firstly, because it's great fun! It's also a great route into submitting your work for competitions, getting your writing noticed and starting to build a network in publishing. (1/3)

Thanks so much for sharing this, Deborah! We look forward to seeing you next weekend 😀

🔗 Interested in working with Lindsey on one of our upcoming courses? Visit our website to find out more: buff.ly/TM0MwYW (3/3)

It's something we all need to do on our journey as authors - so don't miss her helpful tips for picking the right readers, filtering their thoughts and staying positive throughout the process: buff.ly/sVbWOo5 (2/3)