Each session is devoted to a different aspect of the craft of fiction, Character, Setting, Plot, Dialogue, Point-of-View, and Style, and divided into three parts. In the first part of each session, Niall gives a directed talk on the chosen topic, using examples from classic literature, and outlining his understanding of how this aspect of fiction works, and why. In the second part, he assigns a writing exercise, tightly focused on the topic, and gives participants 30 mins to complete it. In the third part, some participants are asked to read their exercise assignment, and Niall gives directed feedback.

Places for this workshop, being held in The Grape Shed Barn on Waiheke Island on Friday evening April 11th until the afternoon of Monday April 14th 2026, will be on a first-come basis, as places are limited to 20 writers. Lunch is included on each day.

Deposit payment of €200 is NON-REFUNDABLE and secures your place in the three day Creative Writing Workshop weekend. Accommodation not included. Please note: until you have received an email confirmation advising payment has been received your place has not been secured.

Final payment of €395 will be due before 27 March 2026.