Welcome!
...to our character development workshops for writers. Because stories begin and end with character.
We're here to solve that problem. That's why we take a CHARACTER-FIRST approach in our online workshops where you'll learn:
How to develop complex, compelling and memorable characters
How to craft emotionally-truthful, character-driven stories that keep your audiences engaged
How to create fascinating character relationships
Our courses are for writers of all levels who want to further develop their characters through easy-to-apply approaches from psychology. If you're a writer who has received any of the following notes then we have the solutions:
Your characters lack depth and are underdeveloped
Your characters could be more emotionally engaging
Your characters relationships aren't interesting
Your characters are unoriginal and lack unique voices
Learn how to make your characters believable, complex and memorable using the Big Five personality dimensions. (Zoom recording).
Free
Think of any memorable character, and it's often their flaw that first comes to mind. Learn what lies behind the flaw, how it influences beliefs, emotions and behaviour, and how characters are either transformed by, or consumed by their flaw.
£15
Compelling character relationships are vital to keep readers and audiences engaged. In this class we'll dig deep into your characters' psychology to ensure you create relationships that sizzle.
£15
Tension is essential for all compelling drama. But what is tension, how do you develop it and ensure you keep your readers and audiences engaged?
£15
Take a deep dive into character development for film and television in this 11-week online programme, in which you'll develop your characters from first ideas to first draft.
£750
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Maybe these testimonials from previous courses will help
“I would urge any film practitioner of drama, or indeed any writer of the narrative form, to take Kira-Anne's course on character. I’ve been a writer, director and producer for over twenty years, but this course is a game changer. Her marvellously researched and executed course is hugely enlightening and makes palatable many otherwise complex concepts. I had epiphany after epiphany. It has helped me hugely as a screenwriter and has also had a significant impact on my approach as a director. Kira-Anne not only has a fabulously incisive understanding, but also has the humility, warmth and sheer humanity to convey the information so that it is readily absorbed and immediately useable. Do this course and just feel the empowerment that new understanding will bring! I cannot recommend it enough!!”
“This workshop was formidable. I got more out of it than my 40 year background in psychoanalysis and psychology. I fleshed out my main character for a TV series, her monologue and dialogue and even plots and action. This course is a must before any film writing endeavour.”
“This was an excellent workshop. Tons of original information laid out in a very clear way. Going to be incredibly useful when developing my screenplay.”
“I found the workshop really fun and thought provoking, giving me much more to consider when drawing out believable and relatable screen characters. Having written a couple of pilots already, I wish I had attended something like this earlier!”
“I found this workshop brilliant.”
“This workshop series was even better than I expected. The integration of concepts, film and script examples made for a rich learning experience. Kira-Anne is excellent at engaging everyone and provides ample opportunity to discuss ideas and ask questions.”
“By the end of this course, you’ll know your characters better than you know yourself. I have yet to come across a workshop that goes into greater detail when plotting the personality, voice, and transformation of a character. Absolutely fascinating and invaluable to all fiction writers.”
“This seminar was hands down the most valuable professional development session I have ever attended. It was utterly fascinating, with loads of links to how we could use this information in our practice. ”
“Kira-Anne’s workshop was a game changer for both my fictional writing and screenwriting. The in-depth analysis and science of characters that Kira-Anne teaches opened up multiple layers to my characters’ personalities, bringing them to life. You’ll leave Kira-Anne’s workshop knowing your characters as well as your family and close friends and this will take your writing to a whole new level. I highly recommend this informative and practical course!”
“Loved it. Helped me move forward with a story I’ve been writing for about 20 years! ”