Courses

Clare is the a Picture Book mentor at Write Mentor and runs their Entry-Level, Advanced Picture Book and Chapter Book Course. You can find out more information, including how to book, below and on the Write Mentor website.

She also runs events with the Alraff and ICAN networks.

ASK ME ANYTHING WITH ICAN: A replay of an interactive 'Ask Me Anything,’ with insights into writing, creativity and Clare’s publishing journey, followed by a Q&A session. A not to be missed opportunity to learn more about the industry.

PICTURE BOOK COURSE: A 7-week online course taking you from picture book concept to creation, with a guest agent. For writers of all levels wanting to develop their picture book writing skills and learn more about the industry. Includes tutor feedback.

ADVANCED PICTURE BOOK COURSE: Go beyond the fundamentals, level-up your writing skills via an advanced picture book course, with a guest agent. This is for more experienced writers who have already written picture books and want to polish them ready for submission to literary agents. Includes tutor and agent feedback.

PICTURE BOOK HOUR: Clare also runs monthly ‘Picture Book Hour’ drop in sessions for Write Mentor Hub subscribers only. You can become a hub member for £15 a month. More details here.

CHAPTER BOOK COURSE: With two-hour sessions over six weeks, this course is designed to delve even deeper into the craft of writing chapter books, with comprehensive feedback from your peers, your course tutor, and a literary agent.

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  • “The workshop was really informative and Clare was so clear and concise with her answers and presentation. I really loved how much time and effort she put into making sure the questions were answered by having the slides ready with information and ideas. She was absolutely wonderful!”

  • “It was awesome to sit and listen to Clare. She was so warm and genuine and I definitely found one piece of advice hitting home hard, so it really helped me to make a confident decision about a story of mine I’ve been working on for years.”

  • “I really enjoyed Clare’s workshop and came away with so many useful ideas. As a debut picture book author, I particularly appreciated her advice about building a genuine community around your work and querying agents. Clare was so open and generous in sharing her experiences and practical advice and I finished the evening feeling really inspired and encouraged.”

  • “As a person whose head is full of ideas, it was good to hear a point of view that covers this feeling and gives advice on how it can be handled and managed.”

  • "Clare has been absolutely wonderful and an inspiration in so many ways! There have been some fab things I will take away from the course, delighted to have had the opportunity to learn from Clare." 

  • “I really can't thank Clare enough for her time, feedback and generosity, which I value immensely. Her enthusiasm is infectious. She shares a love for what she does...and has so much to share!"

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