Writing Masterclass with author TIM LOTT

Welcome to the Writing Masterclass with author TIM LOTT!

Join us at Kensal Rise Library on 6 November 2025 at 7:30 PM for an evening of inspiration and creativity.

Tim Lott has written ten novels, a memoir and a book about the craft of writing. He is currently working on a second memoir. He lives in Kensal Rise.

Unleash your writing potential as Tim Lott shares valuable insights and tips to enhance your writing skills. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting, this masterclass is perfect for anyone looking to refine their craft. Tim will introduce you to story structure, as well as how to create three-dimensional, believable characters.

He will also share his tips on getting started – and sticking - with writing your novel or script.

Content: How does a story work? How do you begin? How do you keep yourself motivated to finish? What are the most common mistakes writers make? What shape is a story? What’s more important: plot or character?

Tutor profile:Tim Lott is the author of ten novels and Penguin Modern Classic memoir The Scent of Dried Roses. He is one of the most sought-after writing teachers in the country, particularly through his personal mentoring services and his Guardian Masterclasses. His writing has been highly praised by Hilary Mantel, Alan Bennett, Sebastian Faulks, Tony Parsons and Sarah Waters, among others. He is currently working on a second memoir.

He lives in Kensal Rise.

His students are equally enthusiastic:

"Tim's help got me to a point where I was ready to write my next draft. That next draft got me an agent." Ben McPherson, A Line of Blood

"No one else could have taught me what Tim did. Without him I can safely say I would still be flailing around in piles of rejection slips." Rebecca Thornton, The Exclusives

Bar Refreshments.

All proceeds in aid of Kensal Rise Library.

Supported by Daniels Real Estate.