What’s it like to learn with AWC?

I liked how the exercises allowed me to hone in on my characters and structure. It gave me useful scaffolding to make sure I stayed on the right track when editing my manuscript.

It asked the questions I had answered in my mind while writing, but committing them to paper meant I really dug deep into the reasons for my creative choices, which made the characters and ideas better.

AWC produces courses that actually teach you how to write in the genre you want to focus on, and get words on the page instead of just thinking about it.

I love reading romance, so I wanted to learn more about it and what goes into creating a romance story.

I enjoyed working through the handouts. I was able to get more into the minds of my characters, and it helped me differentiate their needs and pick the correct POV for specific chapters/scenes.

I now recognise what makes a romance story a romance - especially with the existence of all the different subgenres of romance and acknowledging that it requires a happy ending.

I would say that there is a course for everything, and not to worry about your skill level! We are here to learn and grow within a community of like-minded creatives.

I liked the self-paced ability. I enjoyed how it went into romance specifics and helped me feel that the romance genre is not lacking.

I am more keen and eager than ever to write my book, and am now working through Creative Writing Stage 2 and feel confident about the direction my idea is going.

I wanted to write believable romance whether in a romance story or as romantic elements in another genre. As I have done other AWC courses, I knew it would contain lots of value for me.

I enjoyed the discussion about emotion being the core of romance, and that is what drives every scene forward. I can create intimacy far better when I realise it is about emotion and changing emotions. It felt clunky before.

I always say that the AWC is full of people who know their stuff and present the information well. You can't go wrong with one of their courses.

I have wanted to write a book for many years and have drafted scenes of different novels. I now have time on my hands to make writing a priority and romance has always been one of my favourite genres. I took this course to spark my motivation and to build a solid understanding of what the genre requires.

I enjoyed the flexibility of completing the modules whenever my schedule allowed. The Zoom recordings have been incredibly helpful. They offer insight into other students' questions I hadn't thought of yet, their ideas, and create a sense of community.

I've finally moved from simply collecting ideas, characters, and scattered scenes to actually writing and shaping it into a concept. The idea has shifted back and forth between historical romance and small-town romance... but it's finally taking form.

I knew I wanted to write romance but I wasn't sure what kind of romance or whether to write romantic elements.

I enjoyed the pacing, the voice, the clear explanations of all the many forms of romance. The graphs explaining story structure were great. While learning about the variety of genres within romance writing was a bit daunting, this helped me work out where I might fit in and opened up some options I hadn't considered before. I enjoyed following up the book suggestions to get a taste of different romance sub-genres.

I realised just how much I didn't know about writing romance. It was a huge learning curve.

If you are thinking about writing a romance novel then this course is a must. It takes you through all its many forms so that you can decide which genre or sub-genre suits you. It helps you decide which kind of romantic leads you want to portray. It also teaches you crucial tools for structuring the novel and individual scenes for maximum narrative tension.

The handouts and exercises were incredibly helpful and I appreciated how many examples were provided throughout.

I feel a lot clearer on how to define and find my genre, and have so many tools to help me plan future novels.

I think for me, the focus on intimacy was incredibly helpful, and how to define the difference between romance and romantic elements made it very clear.

I have an unfinished first draft stuck and left at 40,000 words that I wanted to come back to with more clear intention.

The main course was excellent but the bonus modules helped so much. Even though I already knew which publishing method, and what type of romance I was writing, it still helped solidify it and give me confidence.

I enjoyed breaking down the structure, but also the small part on finding your cohort - this is something I've been wanting to lean more into so it was good hearing more about it.

It's just given me more confidence, especially around structuring and what to emphasise so ensure it is classified as a romance, and not just romantic elements.

I have now done multiple courses at AWC, and I have got something out of every single one. They are affordable and easy to digest.

I'm writing a romance story and wanted to know if I were on track and learn the trade otherwise!

I loved it. I learnt so much. Often lessons I didn't want because it showed the error of my ways! Thank you for all of your wisdoms and I look forward to doing another course when my manuscript is ticking all the boxes.

You don't know what you don't know and the courses at AWC really highlight that! There is so much to words, writing and books and the best people to teach you are those that do it every day. I'd highly recommend any course.

I wanted to learn what the category of romance entails. I wanted to know if it's as easy as it looks from the outside - (nope :) ). I have completed other AWC courses and really enjoy the presenters, the way it's structured and I always feel like I have learnt a lot when I've finished.

I enjoyed finding out the depth of romance and just how much it entails. It gave me so much more information than I was expecting. And the modules were not long or onerous.

I'm more certain of what it is I want to write and how to go about that. I feel like I have more of a plan to follow.

AWC course information is presented in a clear, concise way. There is no overload of information, and courses are formatted in such a way that you can do them little by little or all at once if that's what you want. The presenters are highly experienced, knowledgeable and very friendly. Feedback is presented very well; it's encouragement all the way. I love their courses!

I have been writing in other genres and felt more and more drawn to Romance, and wanted to make sure I do the genre justice.

The biggest takeaway would be that I discovered the book I have been writing is not in fact a romance, it has romantic elements. That's probably why I've been struggling to connect with it and trying to force it to be something it's not.

The course has steered me in the direction that I want to go with my writing. My first (unpublished) book is contemporary fantasy with no romance, the second I've been writing is paranormal mystery with romantic elements, and the third that I have now started while doing this course is capital R romance. I feel like I've finally found my voice and that feels pretty amazing.

The resources are excellent and the AWC is very receptive to feedback and the customer support I have had when needed has been superb.

I liked that the course totally taught me how to write with a romance lens vs other themes.

My 'aha' moment was the breakdown of what happens and when. For example, I started my story like I was writing a thriller and the hero hadn't been introduced in the first five chapters. Now I know I have to totally turn it around, but that isn't a bad thing!

If you want to learn the key parts of writing a romance - take this course!!

Being self-paced was so handy to learn at my leisure and not work around a set time.

I enjoyed knowing more about the emotional journey of the main character/s, giving them challenges and the plot structure of a romance novel - all very helpful and encouraging that I'm on the right path and to continue writing!

DO IT! So helpful, taught me so many things I didn't know, and didn't realise I didn't know!

The genre module was particularly helpful for me in understanding what genre my novel is and how I should position it in the market. I really enjoyed the live zoom calls with Pamela. They were incredibly helpful!

It helped me understand the difference between genres such as romance, women's fiction and domestic suspense, as well as genre stories with romantic elements. And let's face it, if you don't know your genre then you can't pitch your book with success!

Do one of their courses if you want to become a serious writer.

Being a complete novice when it came to romance, but wanting to try my hand at it, I felt that the AWC was a great place to get the tools I need for this genre, and to also elevate my writing as a whole. The fact that it came with an exclusive Facebook group and some live Zoom sessions made the deal all that much sweeter.

I was a bit hesitant as a male writer that I might feel a little out of place among the predominantly female writers and readership. But I can gladly say that everyone was more than welcoming and friendly. I needn't have worried at all.

It gave me the confidence both that this is a genre worth pursuing, and that if I put my mind and effort to it, becoming a published author is something that is actually achievable.

The organisers at AWC have a genuine passion for the art and craft of writing and are truly geared towards helping fellow writers achieve success. They provide the extra personal touch, even in courses that are self-paced. Their courses have depth, both in theory and in practical, useable knowledge. They are truly made for writers, by writers.

The handouts were great and listening to the explanations really helped. The extra Zoom meetings were fantastic as so many questions were asked and answered which made my understanding deeper.

It has given me a belief in myself and my writing. I now know I'm on the right track and can go forward with confidence and look at other writing courses to keep me on track.

The AWC is a wealth of information with compassionate and helpful tutors and a safe learning space for anyone.

My dream is to write romance novels so I was looking for a course that would teach me the foundations and expectations of the romance genre. I wanted to know the structure and the rules to put myself in the best position possible to fulfill my dream.

This course was so enjoyable and encouraging. I loved that one of the main messages is that your story is unique and only you can write it. The whole romance writing community feels so warm and inclusive and it was such a wonderful opportunity to be a part of the Zoom question and answer sessions. I got just as much out of them as the modules. I also really loved learning about the world of romance writing and the different categories and sub-categories available. It has made me love and appreciate the craft that goes into these stories even more.

It was so practical and in depth. With the focus on structure and expectations for romance novels, it answered all of my questions!

I feel a lot clearer in my approach to writing my first draft. Having the expectations and structure has eased a lot of my worries and has sparked that excitement to hit the keyboard running.

These courses are the best investment you can make for yourself. The course material is clear and in depth and the community in the groups and on social media are all so inclusive and encouraging. The modules are really well presented, and I found myself laughing along and genuinely having fun while learning.

The whole course is enjoyable, and with sharing Facebook info and Zoom sessions, I'm feeling confident.

I'm enjoying reviewing my old manuscript, while working through the modules supplied within the Romance Writing course and applying proven technical advice. I'm now excited about my future prospects of becoming a writer.

I can only praise AWC for this amazing course. I fully recommend this course to anyone wanting to write a romantic or romantic elements manuscript.

After completing many AWC courses, I felt ready to begin diving into the structural features of a novel. Romances are my favourite (I'm now no longer afraid to admit!) and the course outline looked like a great place to start planning my own romance novel.

The 'work at your own pace' structure appeals to me, as do the practical, industry-based tips and techniques. The additional audio interviews are super helpful.

I enjoyed learning the structural elements of plotting a romance novel, and specific features of the MCs. The work sheets and handout are clear and offer invaluable insight into writing romance, and I plan to use them over and over. I've started going back over the course as a jumping off point for developing my characters.

This course has given me the confidence to start writing my first novel!

It validated my love of romance writing as a legitimate genre, and has given me the confidence to pursue this writing form.

The AWC's practical, accessible and self-paced courses are ideal for those people who are thinking of honing their writing skills, or perhaps (like me) considering a career change.

I love reading romances so wanted to look at how to write them!

I wasn't sure romance was a genre I wanted to really write in, but the great thing about this course is that it has a lot of information that can be applicable to other genres.

I enjoyed all the bonus interviews and inspiration from successful romance writers.

I now know what is needed in a romance story and feel like I could dip my toe in and give it a go.

All of the AWC courses I have done have been interesting, informative and inspiring. It is obvious that they are there to help you be successful and that is a really nice feeling.