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Saturday 5 September 2026

Nottingham Book Festival: Writing Compelling Characters

Talk
Broadway Cinema
11:00 - 22:00

£5

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About this event

Nottingham Book Festival presents a workshop on crafting compelling characters with award-winning author Ian C Douglas. Participants will explore techniques for developing characters with genuine depth and emotional resonance through a structured session combining presentation, interactive quizzes, and practical exercises. The workshop welcomes both established writers and those considering beginning their writing journey.

Ian C Douglas is an accomplished author known for the Zeke Hailey science fiction series and numerous short stories across science fiction and fantasy genres. He also serves as an editor for Left Lion magazine.

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