Thursday, November 26, 2009

Writing Workshops





New for Alvor!

Monthly Writing Workshops in the western Algarve

All welcome


Alvor – Magna Carta

Sat 2.30 – 4.30 pm

Writing Short Fiction (Feb 6, March 6)

Writing Fiction

Striving to tell the truth is one thing, but writing fiction is a legitimate form of making things up! Of course, it must be believable and in these workshops we will look at how to make fiction convincing, how to create three-dimensional characters, how to plot without it seeming contrived, the importance of research, how to use the senses in order to create a place the reader can visualise, and how to narrate. We will also consider sources of inspiration, starting points for writing, the importance of observing and listening, and practise narrative techniques such as ‘show’ not ‘tell’. In each workshop we will look at short extracts of fiction, do short writing exercises and discuss the craft of writing fiction. At the end of each workshop you will be welcome to submit up to 500 words for some feedback for the next time.


About the tutor:

Lisa Selvidge has an MA in Creative Writing from the University of East Anglia and has been teaching creative writing for thirteen years at both the Norwich School of Art & Design and the UEA. She currently teaches online courses for several universities in the UK. She has published the Writing Fiction Workbook and edited an anthology of writings called Summer Times in the Algarve, as well as fiction.


Writing Workshops are open to all nationalities but will be conducted in English. Please note that these are not courses as such and you are welcome to attend as many or as few workshops as you wish. To reserve a place, please contact Lisa lisa.selvidge@clix.pt or 962887680. Minimum 5 people, maximum 8 .

( Cost €10 each workshop.

www.lisaselvidge.com

Friday, November 06, 2009

Tarot Readings at Magna Carta



Jamina's aim is to help you "Now", in the Present, because that is where you can make your changes, so that you can influence your Future in a positive way.

If you need guidance and wish to become clearer about any issue that concerns you, maybe a reading is just what you need.

Jamina is an Intuitive Tarot Reader and Holistic Therapist since 2002. She has worked in the UK and now in Portugal.

35€: 1 hour by appointment only.

Monday, November 02, 2009

Bon Jovi: When We Were Beautiful



An insider's portrait of Bon Jovi, one of America's best-loved rock bands. It captures the musicians of the band - Jon, Richie, Dave, and Tico - at both intimate moments and under the limelight in various aspects of their lives, from the private moments backstage, on the road, or at home, to their live performances under the limelight.

Price: 24euros (free p&p for Portugal)