Welcome

The Pen Works is a unique community: learn creative writing, tell your story
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What is expressive writing?

Writing is fun. It's the easiest thing to do – you only need paper and something to make a mark with. But you can create a whole world – and your world is unique. Expressive writing is about telling your story – your narrative, in your own way. The courses on this website will show you how to find the right words, how to fictionalise your autobiography, or how to write great stories.

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What we do

Uniquely, we offer courses in both creative and expressive writing. Here, we'll introduce you to the practice of creative writing, how to develop ideas for stories and how to tell them. You may be aiming to be published or just to write down your own family tales – creative writing courses get you started. Expressive writing is all about you – who you are, where you want to be, how to get there. Using autobiographical writing, you can explore significant events and relationships and strengthen identity. More …

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