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Generative writing lessons in Brussels (English & Dutch), by a published novelist

The purpose of this class is to get you (back to) writing. It doesn't matter if you're stuck or just getting started.

With simple generative writing prompts and exercises, I'll help you overcome your fear of the blank page and start writing. My goal is to help you "rest on the page" and get into a state of flow through techniques like freewriting, list-making, and word associations.

You can also receive individual feedback and support on your current or upcoming writing projects, along with helpful exercises that you can do at home, which we can then discuss.

The class can be taught in either English or Dutch.

Ilona (1992) lives and works in Brussels as a writer, poet, and photographer. Her work examines the fragile architecture of being human, paying particular attention to what hides at the edges of existence, in the shadow of shame. With a background in English literature, linguistics, and political science, she has worked as a writer and copywriter for a decade. Newspaper De Morgen praised her debut novel Donkerkiemer (Pelckmans Publishers, 2023) as ‘particularly cleverly composed' and 'psychologically and philosophically profound’. Themes such as ritual, memory, and loss, as well as a gentle rebellion against prevailing norms and systems, are central to her work. She is currently working on a second novel.

Extra information

Have a laptop, notebook or anything you like to use for writing
Occasionally you'll need other tools, like a camera (phone) - you'll always be informed ahead of time

Location

Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Brussels, Belgium

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Age:
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level:
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration:
60 minutes
The class is taught in:English, Dutch

About Me

Ilona (1992) lives and works in Brussels as a writer, poet, and photographer. Her work examines the fragile architecture of being human, paying particular attention to what hides at the edges of existence, in the shadow of shame. With a background in English literature, linguistics, and political science, she has worked as a writer and copywriter for a decade. Newspaper De Morgen praised her debut novel Donkerkiemer (Pelckmans Publishers, 2023) as ‘particularly cleverly composed' and 'psychologically and philosophically profound’. Themes such as ritual, memory, and loss, as well as a gentle rebellion against prevailing norms and systems, are central to her work. She is currently working on a second novel.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English & Spanish Language, Literature & Linguistics (Ghent University)
Master of Science in International Politics (Ghent University)
Generative writing courses & workshops at Warman School

Experience / Qualifications

Non-fiction book "Fille Folle: alles wat we als meisjes vandaag moeten weten (of toch bijna)" (Publ. Van Halewyck, 2017)
Novel: "Donkerkiemer" (Publ. Pelckmans, 2023)
Other publications: Bog Bodies Mnemotope Magazine,

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