Price: (5% VAT and all materials are included)
2940 Dhs - 10 sessions (Original price: 3675 Dhs)
1680 Dhs - 5 sessions (Original price: 1837.50 Dhs)
367.50 Dhs - single session
Location: The Workshop, Dubai
Language: English
Ages: 9–13
Schedule: Ten in-person sessions from September to December 2025
Time: Mondays, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sahab Collective presents Becoming Writers: a high-calibre ten-session course for young authors aged 9 to 13. Held at The Workshop Dubai, this in-person programme offers young writers the rare opportunity to be published in the Sahab Collective Journal and to present their work at Sahab’s public Seasonal Showcase in December 2025.
This is a unique opportunity for a young writer to begin crafting a literary portfolio: an undertaking that is typically only introduced at later stages of formal education. Over ten weeks, participants will write with purpose, develop voice, and build the expressive and analytical skills that support both creative output and academic success.
Led by a published author and experienced educator, the course combines structured instruction with open experimentation. Writers will broaden their reading through selected texts; deepen their understanding of language; and strengthen their literacy through guided practice and peer exchange.
Each session invites discussion, close reading, and collaborative feedback. Participants will explore genre, structure, and voice, all while building confidence in how they think, write, and present their ideas.
At its core, the course fosters creativity, community, and collaboration. Writers will connect with like-minded peers; refine their work through shared critique; and grow in the knowledge that their voice and their words matter.
Course Schedule and Themes
Session 1 – September 15th 2025: Why We Write
Session 2 – September 29th 2025: Building Characters that Live
Session 3 – October 6th 2025: Wordplay and Wild Ideas
Session 4 – October 13th 2025: Breaking the Rules
Session 5 – October 27th 2025: Suspense & Secrets
Session 6 – November 3rd 2025: Writing Stories Without Borders
Session 7 – November 10th 2025: Writing that Matters
Session 8 – November 17th 2025: The Power of Speculation
Session 9 – November 24th 2025: The Strange & Surreal, Nightmares & Horror
Session 10 – December 10th 2025: Voice on the Page & Stage
Follow-Up Workshops Included in Price
Private Workshop 1: A Focus on Prose — January 2026 (by appointment)
Private Workshop 2: A Focus on Critical Commentary — February 2026 (by appointment)
Final Submission Deadline — March 2026
Course Objectives and Outcomes
Participants will:
Build skills in character, structure, genre, and theme through guided practice.
Receive feedback in a supportive group environment.
Strengthen their ability to think critically about literature and their own writing.
Produce a polished short story and reflective commentary.
Gain publication credit in the Sahab Collective Journal.
About the Instructor
Louis Garratt is the founder of Sahab Collective, a trans-disciplinary educator, and author of the Nuno series (UK, as Fuzzy Stars). With an MA in Children’s Literature and a background in teaching, editing, and literary consultancy, he brings a deep knowledge of storytelling and pedagogy. His classrooms prioritise inclusion, inquiry, and the development of voice and thought.
He has worked across the UK, Germany, and the UAE, designing programmes that support young writers in building confidence, craft, and creative agency.
Enrolment Options and Course Access
Writers are encouraged to enrol in the full course to benefit from continuous sessions, spaced learning, and cumulative reading and writing development. This structure supports deeper understanding and greater confidence across the term. However, students are also welcome to register for a bundle of five sessions or attend individual workshops on a one-off basis, subject to availability.
Upon completion of registration, Sahab Collective will contact each participant directly with the full course guide, session schedule, and recommended reading materials.
Booking and Payment
Full payment or instalment options are available. A 20% discount is offered for full-course bookings. Once registration is complete, Sahab Collective will provide the full course guide, reading list, and writing schedule.
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