Students at Sidmouth College have taken part in a special writers’ workshop led by bestselling author, Jane Corry.
Ms Corry, a Sunday Times and Washington Post best-seller, has sold more than 1.5 million books worldwide, with her work published in over 20 countries.
Alongside her writing career, she has taught creative writing at Oxford University, served as writer-in-residence at a high-security men’s prison, and held a Royal Literary Fund Fellowship at Exeter University.
Her work has earned her awards including the Elizabeth Goudge Trophy and the Vera Brittain Cup for short stories.
During the workshop, students explored ways to develop imaginative story ideas and asked questions about Corry’s experiences as a professional writer. For her part, the author said she was impressed by the students’ imagination and originality.
Alex Evans, headteacher at Sidmouth College, said: “It was fantastic to see our students so engaged and inspired by Jane Corry’s workshop. Opportunities like this bring our English curriculum to life, showing students how creativity, imagination, and hard work can lead to real success in writing and beyond.”
Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust, added: “Workshops with accomplished authors like Jane Corry provide invaluable experiences for our students. They not only learn about the craft of writing but also gain insight into the dedication and creativity needed to succeed.”
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