Shut Up
& Write
Stop overthinking and start writing!
Shut Up & Write is a free six-part mini writing workshop that goes over the basics of fiction-writing to get you out of your head and onto the page. Think of it like a loving kick-up the bum!
Each episode is around five minutes in length and ends with a writing prompt that should take you one step closer to finishing your manuscript. There is also a 31-page workbook that you can download to go deeper on each episode with more examples and exercises.
The Workbook
The Workbook
The Shut Up & Write workbook is your 31-page DIY workshop – packed with practical lessons, prompts, and exercises to help you master character, dialogue, setting, pacing, confidence, and revision.
Whether you’re writing fiction for the first time or dusting off a half-finished manuscript, this creative writing workbook will give you the tools and the push you to get that draft finally finished!
About Shut Up & Write
Six short focused sections
Covering the basics of character, dialogue, place, pace, editing and confidence. The workbook is designed as a companion to the YouTube series, but goes in depth with more exercises, examples and real life lessons.
It’s perfect for you if…
Want to stop making excuses and actually write something. Are a beginner or emerging author ready to complete your manuscript. Need practical, no-fluff guidance you can use straight away. Prefer short, focused lessons that fit into a busy schedule.
About Jendella Benson
I’m the author of two novels (All That We’ve Got and Hope & Glory) and talking about the craft writing is second only to the actual act of writing! I’ve lead writing workshops with teenagers and adults, and also mentored writers at different stages of their journeys. In my day job is as an editor, I’ve worked with hundreds of writers at Black Ballad, while also freelancing as an editor for publishing houses big and small.
