Build Worlds That Feel Alive: Writing Fantasy That Feels Real πŸ—“ Date: 30 March, 2026 |β€ƒπŸ•– Time: 7pm–9pm

Bring your worlds to life. In this three-hour workshop, learn how to balance magic and realism through strong characters, believable settings, and emotional depth. Minimum numbers apply. Bookings are non-refundable.

Β£30 | 7pm–9pm | 30 March | Writers Collective | Fantasy Writing Workshop UK

Description

Build Worlds That Feel Alive: Writing Fantasy That Feels Real

πŸ—“ Date: 30 March |β€ƒπŸ•– Time: 7pm–9pm |β€ƒπŸ’· Price: Β£30 |β€ƒπŸ“˜ Includes PDF Workbook

About the Course

Step beyond imagination and learn how to create fantasy worlds that feel authentic, lived-in, and emotionally real. In this three-hour taster workshop, you’ll explore how to build immersive worlds and magic systems grounded in strong characters and storytelling logic.

You’ll discover how to balance wonder with realism β€” developing cultures, settings, and conflicts that resonate with readers. We’ll explore how to weave character arcs through fantastical plots, and how to use magic and myth as extensions of theme and emotion.

Whether you’re writing epic fantasy, urban fantasy, or magical realism, this session will help you turn vivid ideas into fully realised, character-driven worlds your readers will believe in.

What You’ll Learn

  • How to build immersive, emotionally grounded fantasy worlds

  • Techniques for designing believable magic systems and lore

  • Balancing worldbuilding with strong character arcs

  • Using conflict, culture, and history to shape your story

Who It’s For

Perfect for fantasy and speculative fiction writers looking to craft deeper, more resonant worlds and stories that feel alive on the page.

To waitlist for this course: email fiona@harrogatewriterscollective.com

Please note: Minimum numbers are required to run this course. Bookings are non-refundable.