The Writing Hub Get Published Workshop – Mar 2026
The Writing Hub; One Day Get Published Workshop. Sun 1st March ,10:30am, Total €95; €30 deposit on booking balance €65 payable on the day.
📖 From Draft to Dream: A One-Day Guide to Getting Published
✨ With Nicola Kearns – International Bestselling Author & Creative Writing Coach
So, you’ve written your story. You’ve created unforgettable characters, built worlds, and poured your heart onto the page. But now you’re asking yourself the big question: What’s next?
The path from writer to published author can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be! Join us for this one-day workshop where you’ll learn exactly how to take your manuscript from draft to polished masterpiece and discover the best route to getting published.
This isn’t a dry, intimidating lecture—it’s a practical, inspiring, and friendly workshop designed to leave you feeling confident, motivated, and ready to put your book out into the world.
🌟 What You’ll Learn (and love):
- Sharpen Your Story – Plot, characters, and structure that truly shine
- Editing Like a Pro – Self-editing tricks that save time (and sanity!)
- Formatting Fundamentals – Make your manuscript look professional
- Navigating the Publishing World – Traditional vs. self-publishing made simple
- Crafting a Winning Query Letter – Get agents and publishers to take notice
- Self-Publishing Secrets – Covers, book design, and platforms made easy
💡 By the end of the day, you’ll be able to:
✅ Polish your manuscript with confidence
✅ Know exactly which publishing route works for you
✅ Take actionable steps towards becoming a published author
👩🏫 About Nicola Kearns
Nicola is an international bestselling author whose novels (The Malta Saga and Under an Irish Sky) reached #1 on Amazon. She’s been published in multiple anthologies and magazines, spoken on radio and podcasts, and guided countless writers on their publishing journeys. Nicola knows exactly what it takes to move from draft to bookshelf—and she’s here to share it with you.
🗓 Workshop Details:
- When: Sun 1st Mar 2026 (One-Day Only!)
- Where: The Junction, Ballinmaore
- Who It’s For: Anyone with a finished or near-finished manuscript, aspiring authors ready to take the next step, or writers curious about publishing options.
- Bonus: Small class size = lots of personal attention.
👉 Don’t let your dream sit on the shelf. Spaces are limited and in high demand—reserve your place today and take the next step toward seeing your name in print!
Also see below for details of our one to one writing mentoring scheme
Below is a review of Nicola’s coaching skills from Leitrim writer Seamus O’Rourke, and reviews from some of Nicola’s Leitrim School of Art’s past students.
Apart from being a fabulous author herself, Nicola Kearns has always shown a huge interest in the work of others. When I put my first book of poems together (A Lock of Poems, Recitations & Good Ones), and when I finally got the courage to write my memoir, (Standing in Gaps) — Nicola was first in line to offer her support. Yes, she put a positive review online, but it was the long telephone conversations, her genuine interest and passion for the art form… that was worth a thousand reviews. It gave me a sense of worth and a sense of being part of a bigger picture.
Nicola’s natural instinct is to support and nurture and… to ‘mind’… I’m a big long in the tooth for idle paise or false hope… but when someone shows genuine interest, when someone who has walked that same crumbling path takes the time to lend a hand… you grab hold of it, like she was your sister, your carer… your friend. Nicola Kearns has great skill as a writer, but equal to that, is her instinct to nurture what she sees in others.
– Seamus O’Rourke
Some reviews and comments from students that have attended Nicola’s Creative Writing Workshops here at LSA
“I absolutely loved doing the course and you’re style of tutoring was so encouraging and genuine. You yourself created such a sense of ease and fun in the class, which helped everyone feel safe and shine.”
“I really enjoyed today’s workshop, and found it very helpful.
When you finish the first draft of your book, you think it is a great achievement, but it is only the start of the journey to publishing. Your workshop is very important in filling that gap, and providing the help and support needed to progress.
It was good to have written information to take away, as well as having the opportunity to discuss our individual books, difficulties, and issues. The written information was clear, concise, and comprehensive. I have no doubt I will be referring to it in the days to come.
Thank you again for your genuine interest, and for your help and encouragement. It meant a lot to me.”
“I am absolutely overwhelmed by your generosity regarding my writing. Thank you. I enjoyed your coaching so much, and have learned so much in 5 short weeks. I feel I’ve got the writing bug now, and have been writing every day. I am so glad our paths crossed, and I do hope I get to work with you again, in the near future. Thank you again. With warm regards always”
“It has been fantastic. I have done other creative writing courses but now I finally have an idea of where I can go with what has been on my mind for years and how to do it. Thank you Nicola.”
“I feel like you opened me up to the belief that I can write. I am so blessed to have found your course, the way you teach is just made for the people who have lost faith in themselves and need a hand to guide them back. I don’t know how to thank you enough. All I can say is I hope I make you proud because you have put me back on the pathxxxx.”