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Christmas Wreath Making Workshops in Didcot,, Faringdon, Henley on Thames Oxfordshire and surrounding areas. Gorgeous handcrafted eco-friendly wreaths created at these classes.

Personal development groups for practitioners with Bárbara Godoy A playground for therapists to expand our perception to metaphor, as a way to connect directly with the experience of the other, guided by folklore and fairytales. "Supportive, thought-provoking, emancipating, grounding" Tuesday Evenings Group 6 pm to 7.15 pm  (UK Time) Friday Lunchtime Group 12.30 pm to 1.45 pm (UK time) Spring Term Phase One - 2025 22 and 29 April 6, 13, 20 and 27 May 3, 10, 17 and 24 June Autumn Term Phase Two - 2025 23 and 30 September 7, 14, 21 and 28 October 4, 11, 18 and 25 November Winter Term Phase Three - 2026 20 and 27 January 3, 10, 17 and 24 February 3, 10, 17 and 24 March Winter Term Phase One - 2025 24 and 31 January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 7, 14, 21 and 28 March Spring Term Phase Two - 2025 25 April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 May 6, 13, 20 and 27 June Autumn Term Phase Three - 2025 26 September 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 October 7, 14, 21 and 28 November Venue: Online (Zoom) Fee: £350 per term or £900 the whole year Bárbara Godoy M.A., Adv. Dip. Exi. Psy. Existential Psychotherapist Group Leader, Counsellour, Lecturer and Supervisor, MBACP & UKCP accredited, SEA Professional Member, Director of Therapy Harley StreetBárbara’s academic contributions in London since 2008 include lecturing and researching on the theory and practice of Phenomenological Existential Therapy on Doctorate, MA and professional courses at the School of Psychotherapy and Counselling Psychology, Regent’s University and the New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling directed by Emmy van Deurzen. Bárbara has facilitated and designed therapeutic Group Work since 1997. She brought her earliest workshop: “Experiences” to large groups in The Netherlands, Italy, France, UK and Argentina. These awareness-intensive processes are a legacy of the human potential movement (HPM) of the 1960s, with techniques such as AUM Meditation Marathons, Psychodrama, Bioenergetics and Primal Feelings work. Organized by:

Highlights of the Course Course Type: Online Learning Duration: 3 Hours 31 Minutes Tutor Support: Tutor support is included Customer Support: 24/7 customer support is available Quality Training: The course is designed by an industry expert Recognised Credential: Recognised and Valuable Certification Completion Certificate: Free Course Completion Certificate Included Instalment: 3 Installment Plan on checkout What you will learn from this course? Gain comprehensive knowledge about freelance writing Understand the core competencies and principles of freelance writing Explore the various areas of freelance writing Know how to apply the skills you acquired from this course in a real-life context Become a confident and expert freelance writer Freelance Writing Course Course Master the skills you need to propel your career forward in freelance writing. This course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skillset that will make you a confident freelance writer and take your career to the next level. This comprehensive freelance writing course is designed to help you surpass your professional goals. The skills and knowledge that you will gain through studying this freelance writing course will help you get one step closer to your professional aspirations and develop your skills for a rewarding career. This comprehensive course will teach you the theory of effective freelance writing practice and equip you with the essential skills, confidence and competence to assist you in the freelance writing industry. You'll gain a solid understanding of the core competencies required to drive a successful career in freelance writing. This course is designed by industry experts, so you'll gain knowledge and skills based on the latest expertise and best practices. This extensive course is designed for freelance writer or for people who are aspiring to specialise in freelance writing. Enrol in this freelance writing course today and take the next step towards your personal and professional goals. Earn industry-recognised credentials to demonstrate your new skills and add extra value to your CV that will help you outshine other candidates. Who is this Course for? This comprehensive freelance writing course is ideal for anyone wishing to boost their career profile or advance their career in this field by gaining a thorough understanding of the subject. Anyone willing to gain extensive knowledge on this freelance writing can also take this course. Whether you are a complete beginner or an aspiring professional, this course will provide you with the necessary skills and professional competence, and open your doors to a wide number of professions within your chosen sector. Entry Requirements This freelance writing course has no academic prerequisites and is open to students from all academic disciplines. You will, however, need a laptop, desktop, tablet, or smartphone, as well as a reliable internet connection. Assessment This freelance writing course assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%. Advance Your Career This freelance writing course will provide you with a fresh opportunity to enter the relevant job market and choose your desired career path. Additionally, you will be able to advance your career, increase your level of competition in your chosen field, and highlight these skills on your resume. Recognised Accreditation This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. What is CPD? Employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions all recognise CPD, therefore a credential from CPD Certification Service adds value to your professional goals and achievements. Benefits of CPD Improve your employment prospects Boost your job satisfaction Promotes career advancement Enhances your CV Provides you with a competitive edge in the job market Demonstrate your dedication Showcases your professional capabilities What is IPHM? The IPHM is an Accreditation Board that provides Training Providers with international and global accreditation. The Practitioners of Holistic Medicine (IPHM) accreditation is a guarantee of quality and skill. Benefits of IPHM It will help you establish a positive reputation in your chosen field You can join a network and community of successful therapists that are dedicated to providing excellent care to their client You can flaunt this accreditation in your CV It is a worldwide recognised accreditation What is Quality Licence Scheme? This course is endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. Benefits of Quality License Scheme Certificate is valuable Provides a competitive edge in your career It will make your CV stand out Course Curriculum Introduction Am I The Right Teacher For You 00:02:00 Your Attitude and Easy Cash Writing 00:02:00 How Much Money Can You Make 00:02:00 Creating Multiple Streams of Income The Main Point of This Course! 00:02:00 Your Working Strategy And Its Measurement 00:02:00 Pleasure or Profit. What's Your Priority 00:03:00 Mindset of The Modern Freelancer Why Do You Want To Be A Freelancer 00:02:00 Do You Have a Heart of Gold 00:02:00 The Best Attitude To Engender For Freelancing 00:02:00 Practical Income Creation Drawing Up An “Activity To Income” Schedule 00:02:00 The Reality Of Freelancing For A Living 00:02:00 Tracking Your Income Tracking Your Income 00:03:00 Using Spreadsheets To Track And Predict Your Success 00:02:00 Writing For Magazine Writing And Submitting Magazine Articles - The Facts 00:02:00 Choosing Sellable Topics For Magazine Articles 00:02:00 Writing Non Fiction Books for Publication Why Write Non Fiction Books 00:02:00 Getting Non Fiction Manuscripts Published 00:02:00 Pitching Non Fiction To Publishers 00:01:00 Choosing Topics For Non Fiction Books 00:02:00 Choosing Your Own Topics For Non Fiction 00:02:00 Choosing Your Own Topics For Non Fiction - 2 00:02:00 Final Advice For Choosing Non Fiction Topics 00:02:00 Genre Fiction Writing Genre Writing Introduction 00:02:00 Genre Writing Requirements 00:02:00 How To Write Romance Fiction 00:03:00 How To Write Thriller Fiction 00:02:00 How To Write Fantasy Fiction 00:02:00 The Difference Between Science Fiction & Fantasy 00:02:00 How To Write Horror Fiction 00:03:00 The Increasing Emergence Of Cross Genre Fiction 00:02:00 Writing for Children Introduction to Children's Writing 00:01:00 Writing For Children - The Marketplace And Publishers 00:03:00 Writing for Children - Do and Don't 00:03:00 Writing for Children - More Do and Don't 00:02:00 Writing for Children - More Do And Don't 00:03:00 Writing For Children - Conclusion 00:02:00 Business Writing - and How to Get Paying Gigs Business Writing - Introduction 00:02:00 Business Writing - How To Get Corporate Work 00:02:00 Business Writing - How Much Should You Charge 00:02:00 Business Writing - Contracts And Payment 00:02:00 Business Writing - Getting An Upfront Fee 00:02:00 Business Writing - Conclusion 00:02:00 Travel Writing Travel Writing - Introduction 00:02:00 Travel Writing - Coming Up With Fresh Angles 00:02:00 Travel Writing - Dispelling The Myths 00:02:00 Travel Writing - A Good Camera Is An Investment 00:02:00 Travel Writing - Payment And The Big Gigs 00:02:00 Travel Writing - Conclusion 00:02:00 Ghost Writing Ghost Writing - Introduction 00:02:00 Ghost Writing - Getting Started 00:02:00 Ghost Writing - Contracts And Payment 00:03:00 Ghost Writing - Tools Of The Trade 00:02:00 Ghost Writing - Conclusion 00:03:00 Copywriting Copywriting - Introduction 00:02:00 Copywriting - Common Sense And Fairy Gloss 00:03:00 Copywriting - Payment Rates 00:02:00 Copywriting - The Basic Rules 00:02:00 Copywriting - Advanced Rules 00:03:00 Copywriting - More Advanced Rules 00:02:00 Copywriting - Using Persuasive Language 00:03:00 Copywriting - Conclusion 00:03:00 Self Publishing Self Publishing - Introduction 00:02:00 Self Publishing - The Reality 00:02:00 Self Publishing - Defining Your Goals 00:02:00 Self Publishing - Your Strategy For Success 00:02:00 Self Publishing - Choosing Your Platform 00:02:00 Self Publishing - Nine Tips For Amazon Success 00:03:00 Self Publishing Online - Conclusion 00:02:00 Offline Self Publishing Offline Self Publishing - Introduction 00:03:00 Offline Self Publishing - Caring For Your Work 00:02:00 Grants & Funding Grants And Funding - Introduction 00:02:00 Grants And Funding - Where To Find Donors 00:02:00 Grants And Funding - Conclusion 00:03:00 Helping other Writers Helping Other Writers - Introduction 00:02:00 Helping Other Writers - How To Get The Work 00:02:00 Helping Other Writers - How To Deal With Clients 00:02:00 Helping Other Writers - How To Deal With The Work 00:02:00 Helping Other Writers - Editing Work 00:03:00 Helping Other Writers - Book Doctoring And Mentoring 00:02:00 Helping Other Writers - Teaching Writing 00:01:00 Helping Other Writers - Becoming An Agent 00:02:00 Helping Other Writers - Conclusion 00:01:00 Self Promotion as a Writer Self Promotion - Introduction 00:02:00 Self Promotion - Offline 00:02:00 Self Promotion Ideas That Work 00:02:00 More Self Promotion Ideas That Actually Work 00:02:00 Self Promotion - Two Case Studies 00:03:00 Self Belief and Maintaining a New Writing Career The End. Or Just The Beginning… 00:01:00 Self-Publishing… Again! 00:02:00 Maintaining a Career: Dealing With Writer's Block 00:02:00 Self Belief: Your Secret Weapon. 00:03:00 Assessment Assessment - Freelance Writing Course 00:10:00 Certificate of Achievement Certificate of Achievement 00:00:00 Get Your Insurance Now Get Your Insurance Now 00:00:00 Feedback Feedback 00:00:00 Supplementary Resources Supplementary Resources - Freelance Writing Course 00:00:00

LOOKING FOR: MG, YA, GRAPHIC NOVELS Katie Blagden is a Literary Agent at The Ampersand Agency, representing authors and author-illustrators across various genres and age ranges. She previously worked with Arabella Stein at the Bright Agency, where she helped launch their Literary list. Her notable projects include the Arcana duology by Sam Prentice-Jones (Macmillan US / Hot Key Books) and The River Thief by Hannah Peck (Piccadilly Press). In all areas Katie seeks commercial, plot-driven ideas with a great hook. In adult fiction, Katie specialises in, and is drawn to, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Speculative Fiction, Magical Realism and Horror. She is particularly looking for works that cross genre lines or subvert reader expectations. She loves Babel by R. F. Kuang; Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell; Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik; Chain-Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah; Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovich; The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet by Becky Chambers; The City We Became by N. K. Jemisin; Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree; The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winters; Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrel by Susanna Clarke; The Girl With All The Gifts by M. R. Carey; One Last Stop by Casey Mcquiston; Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao; The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch; The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern; The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo; Kindred by Octavia E. Butler; Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin; all and anything by Terry Pratchett! Graphic Novels favoured by Katie are across all ages and include the likes of Homebody by Theo Parish; Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe; Lumber Janes by N. D. Stevens et al; On A Sunbeam by Tillie Walden; Through The Woods by Emma Carrol; The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen; Heartstopper by Alice Oseman; El Deafo by Cece Bell; Roller Girls by Victoria Jamieson; Skyward by Joe Henderson and Lee Garbett; Faith by Jody Houser. For Graphic Novels, Katie is currently only considering Author-Illustrators (or Author/Illustrator pairings). In children’s, Katie specialises in Middle Grade, YA and Crossover Fiction, She is looking for fast, funny and action-packed Middle Grade. In YA, she is drawn to grounded or contemporary SFF, queer stories and fairytale or folktale inspired works. Examples of books in this area Katie loves are All That's Left in the World by Erik J Brown; The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness; Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas; Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi; The Deathless Girls by Kiran Millwood Hargrave; Holes by Louis Sachar; Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo; Gone by Michael Grant; His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman; Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell; The Dark Lady by Akala; Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan; The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper; Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer. Katie is an advocate for centring traditionally underrepresented voices, and actively works to discover and develop authors and author-illustrators from diverse backgrounds. Katie’s previous experience includes marketing, bookselling and advertising. She also appeared as a contributor on the Graham Norton Book Club for Audible for all six seasons. When she’s not reading, you can find Katie playing Dungeons & Dragons, trying a new crafty hobby (before abandoning it for something new), or spoiling her dog Poe. Katie would like you to submit a covering letter, one page synopsis and the first three chapters (Max 5000 words) of your completed manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Katie is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Wednesday 3rd September 2025

Learn how to make a folded book Christmas tree decoration on this two-hour festive workshop held in Edinburgh City Centre

This is a step by step digital workshop that will be sent directly to your inbox for you to keep forever. All my workshops are suitable for beginners and the more experienced artist. I have 25 years experience delivering workshops to all ages and abilities. I use raku sculpture clay and finish with oxides but any clay can be used including air dry clay for people who do not have a kiln. I am happy to answer any questions via my facebook page or here.

An amazing art holiday with cultural visits, food tasting, drawing en plein air... and a complete course to discover the secrets of oil painting.