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Haiku writing; a snapshot in words

Botanic Garden, 12. May 2012, 10am-4pm

The Haiku is a traditional form of Japanese poetry, using just 17 syllables. Drawing inspiration from the Botanic Garden, this unique workshop will guide participants through taking one or more snapshots in words, capturing big ideas in small details; a moment in time, an image, a feeling, a memory and a part of the author, with beauty, simplicity and brevity. Suitable both for beginners and those with some experience.

by David Barr, £50, booking required

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posted: 5. May 2012

Tuesday, 12. Jun 2012

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Cressida Downing

Cressida Downing has over 20 years of experience in publishing and bookselling, from the manuscript to the finished book.

Her freelance clients have included Reader's Digest, a variety of agents, publishers and literary scouts, and aspiring authors. In recent years, she has focused on blogging (writing for www.writersandartists.co.uk), running workshops for writers, and giving advice to bloggers who are interested in breaking into mainstream publishing.

A passionate reader, she lives in a village north of Cambridge and enjoys the local writing scene.

Helen Culnane,  Short Story Competition Judging Event, 7. 2. 2012