Books & Spoken Word

Novel Nights Masterclass: forging the short story

Date: Saturday, Jul 13 2019
Time: 2:00pm
Venue: HOURS
Price: £49/£45

Masterclass run by award-winning writer, Tom Vowler.

The session aims to unlock some of the mysteries of the short story form. Aimed at both emerging and published writers, the class will explore how stories are crafted, how you can bring them to life, give them voltage and vitality.

Emphasis is placed on a supportive and encouraging environment, with lively debates and writing exercises.

EatDrink24/7 Launch Party is back on July 8 2026!
Exclusive collabs from Bristol’s favourite food vendors, available for one night only. Be first to grab your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 guide – plus every ticket comes with a free limited-edition beer can.

No previous experience writing stories is necessary, just a passion for storytelling.

There are only ten places on those interested in attending are advised to book early.

Tom Vowler is an award-winning novelist and short story writer living in south-west England. His debut story collection, The Method, won the Scott Prize and the Edge Hill Readers’ Prize, while his novels What Lies Within and That Dark Remembered Day received critical acclaim. He is co-editor of Unthology and short fiction editor at Unthank Books. Tom’s second collection of stories, Dazzling the Gods, was published in 2018, and his forthcoming novel is titled Every Seventh Wave.

Tom teaches for the Arvon Foundation and has a PhD in Creative Writing.

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By joe melia, Saturday, Apr 20 2019

EATDRINK24/7 LAUNCH PARTY
CALLING ALL FOODIES!

Bristol's only truly independent food & drink guide is back, and we're throwing a party to celebrate on July 8 2026 at Wiper and True Brewery & Taproom, Old Market.

  • Exclusive collaborations from Bristol's favourite food vendors (you can't try these special dishes anywhere else)
  • Be the first to pick up your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 Guide
  • Music + great drinks
  • Each ticket includes a beer from Wiper and True, a special limited-edition can created just for the occasion.

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