For writers who want to finish a novel in 12 months
Apply for your place on The Ultimate Novel Writing Programme
To make sure students get the most out of the programme, places are by application only. This is your chance to share a bit about your writing, your book, and what you hope to gain from the course. If it’s not the best match, we’ll help guide your next steps.
Apply now and secure your first choice of tutor
Tutor groups fill up fast – so apply now to guarantee your first choice of tutor. In order to apply, you will need the following information ready:
- Your background as a writer and your writing ambitions (up to 100 words)
- Why you want to take the course (up to 100 words)
- A summary of your novel (up to 200 words)
- The title and genre of your novel
- A sample of your novel (1,500 words)
- Your preferred start date: October 2025 or April 2026
- Your preferred mentor. Not sure who to choose? Here’s a reminder of their areas of expertise.
Talk to a member of the team
If you want to discuss your application before submitting, we’d love to hear from you.