Creative Writing Workshops
Transform your classroom with an inspirational author visit.
Choose Your Workshop
Tailored creative writing experiences delivered by author John Magee, designed to engage students at every level and spark their imagination
Solo Primary Workshop
Our exciting 1-hour Creative Writing Workshop designed especially for primary pupils!
We’ll kick off with a fun icebreaker to get imaginations buzzing, then explore what makes a great story.
Next, dive into our Build-a-Story Challenge, where pupils work together to create unique tales full of twists and turns.
They’ll share their work in a Story Gallery Walk, before performing a group story for laughs and applause.
We’ll wrap up with a reflection on the creative process.
This fast-paced, interactive workshop inspires confidence, sparks imagination, and proves that anyone can be a storyteller.
Fun, learning, and creativity all in one hour!
Each pupil will be provided a certificate of completion.
Total Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: £175
No deposit required.
No cancellation fee.
Payment made post visit.
Shared Education Workshop
More than just writing — it’s collaboration, creativity, and cross-community connection.
Looking for a meaningful way to bring pupils together across schools? Our Shared Education Creative Writing Workshop is more than a literacy boost — it’s a chance for children to connect, collaborate, and create together.
Designed for Key Stage 2, this interactive workshop helps pupils develop their storytelling skills while building friendships, empathy, and confidence.
Through fun, structured writing activities, children from different schools work side-by-side to share ideas, swap stories, and celebrate each other’s creativity.
Led by children's author, John Magee, the workshop supports curriculum goals in literacy while encouraging inclusive learning and cross-community understanding.
Whether you're new to Shared Education or looking for a fresh approach to creative writing, this workshop is a memorable and impactful experience for both pupils and staff.
Workshop Objectives:
By the end of the session, pupils will:
Understand the elements of creative writing (character, setting, conflict, resolution)
Work collaboratively to create and share a short story
Build confidence in expressing imaginative ideas.
Each pupil will be provided a certificate of completion.
Total Duration: 60 minutes
Cost: £125 per school.
No deposit required.
No cancellation fee.
Payment made post-visit.
Solo Secondary Workshop
Creative writing specifically for today's secondary school students. Curriculum-aligned, fully resourced, and proven to boost engagement, literacy, and critical thinking.
Whether you’re looking to enhance your English programme, stretch your higher achievers, or reignite the spark in your quieter students, we’re here to help.
Delivered by experienced author John Magee, our sessions are practical, inspiring, and easy to integrate into your existing teaching.
John will deliver up to 4 workshops to English classes (duration dependent upon class periods).
After sharing the secrets of structure and generating ideas, John groups the pupils into teams tasked with completing a creative writing mission on behalf of the reclusive billionaire "W", owner of a global multi-media conglomerate. He has set each team the task of developing a themed creative idea in only 30 minutes.
Each group is assisted through the workshop before they present their work and receive feedback. Past workshops have seen pupils deliver exciting new ideas on the following;
Literature;
Sport;
Social Media;
Television Quiz Show; and
Video Games.
Maximum duration: 4 hours
Cost: £300
No deposit required.
No cancellation fee.
Payment made post visit.
Why Choose Our Creative Writing Workshops?
With over twenty published titles spanning children’s fiction, young adult novels, and educational resources, John Magee lives and breathes creative writing. His contagious enthusiasm has helped students discover their storytelling potential and an understanding of its importance for their future.
Post Workshop Student Impact
100%
Stated they now understood the importance of creative writing in their daily life
100%
Developed a clearer understanding of how to approach creative writing
72%
Said they were more likely to try creative writing in their own time
81%
Are looking forward to English class more than they were before
Testimonials
We do this for the students. Let's hear their thoughts.
I thought this workshop was fun and very different. I enjoyed designing the videogame even though I wasn't sure at the start.
Owen N
I thought this workshop was very entertaining. I really enjoyed listing ideas to make our creative writing the best it possibly could. Thank you!
Ellie S
I enjoyed the independence of designing our own pitch and creating something from our imagination. I enjoyed working with different people and being outside our comfort zone.
Dylan B
I thought the workshop was interesting and fun. The group work was my favourite part because we got to share all our ideas.
Jack W
The workshop was a great experience and allowed us to express ourselves. It was really easy to understand and listen to. I would definitely like to do this again sometime!
Emma H
I thought that the creative writing workshop was a very good idea. It was fun and helped develop my skills and understanding of creative writing.
Lauren P
Omagh High School
Over the past couple of months, Omagh High School was delighted to welcome local author John Magee for a series of creative writing workshops. John, a local children's author, inspired our Year 10 pupils with his approach to creative writing. Pupils thoroughly enjoyed his workshops and gained a new appreciation for how the English language is used in everyday life.
We look forward to welcoming him again next year!
Meet John Magee...
Your Workshop Facilitator
John Magee is an accomplished author with over twenty published titles spanning children’s fiction, young adult novels, and educational resources. His engaging storytelling style, relatable characters, and modern context have earned him a loyal readership. Passionate about inspiring the next generation of writers, John regularly visits primary and secondary schools to deliver dynamic, interactive creative writing workshops. He enjoys sparking imagination, guiding students through the art of building compelling characters, crafting vivid settings, and shaping memorable plots. Whether he’s helping younger pupils find joy in playful storytelling or challenging older students to explore writing in all media, his sessions are filled with energy, encouragement, and practical tips. Drawing on his wealth of publishing experience, John motivates students to see themselves as storytellers, empowering them to express their ideas with confidence and creativity. His workshops leave lasting enthusiasm in all those fortunate to participate.
FAQs
Workshops can be adapted to fit your timetable and needs
Must each workshop be 1 hour?
No. We can adjust the workshop duration to best fit your timetable. We have worked with schools with periods ranging from 35 minutes to 50 minutes.
What are the minimum / maximum years?
We recommend Year 6 up to and including grade 10.
What time is the workshop?
Tell us your desired start and end time and we will try to work within this. For a Secondary school series of workshops please tell us the timetable from period 1 to period 9, highlighting breaks and lunch.
What does the teacher hosting need to do for a visit?
We bring all the equipment needed (whiteboards, pens, and dryboard erasers). We ask that you;
- Have a laptop and screen set up for the powerpoint presentation (we bring the USB)
- Assign students to their groups (max of 6 per group)
- For Primary workshops we will send you a certificate PDF to populate with student names before printing.
An emergency means I need to cancel. What do I do?
Just email and let us know if you would like to rebook. You will know we have received your message as we will always call the school to confirm cancellation. We do not charge a cancellation fee.
Still have a question?
If you still have a question you wish answered before completing the reservation request form, please email us at contact@storycraftpublishing.com
Workshop Reservation Request
At this time, we are only able to accept workshop requests for schools located in Northern Ireland.
Please complete the form to request a workshop reservation. An email confirmation will be sent within 72 hours. Should your preferred date not be available, we will contact you with alternatives to consider.
You may also use the form to request further information, highlight relevant details (such as the duration of each school period), or request a call from John Magee (please suggest a preferred time of day).
No deposit is required for any reservation, and payment is only made after successful delivery of the workshop.
We do not charge a cancellation fee. Should you need to do so, please inform us by email (contact@storycraftpublishing.com). All such communications safely received will be confirmed.
To minimise disappointment to your student's we will endeavour to re-book another workshop as soon as possible (should you wish to do so)
