The Autobiography/Biography Writing Diploma has all the information that any aspiring auto/biography writer needs to become successful in this writing genre in the UK. This course contains all the knowledge needed to write a commercially viable biography, and become an authority on your subject. From choosing the right person, to interviewing techniques, to ensuring your writing brings your subject to life, this course covers it all. You will receive a comprehensive introduction to writing gripping biographies and a thorough understanding of how to achieve success in the biography industry.
Introduction To The Autobiography/Biography Writing Diploma
This online course provides students with the opportunity to cover the diploma’s curriculum in their own time and at their own pace. Most students are able to complete the course in a reasonable amount of time while continuing to work full time.
As this course is online, this diploma is accessible from any device with an internet connection, and you will have access to online support during your study. Before completing the course, you must pass a comprehensive test, covering the curriculum in detail, which will lead to the award of your certificate. You can download and print the certificate yourself at home, or we can post it to you for a small additional cost.
What You Will Learn
This Autobiography/Biography Writing Diploma has been designed to give students a comprehensive overview of how to become a biographical writer and will set you on the route to success. This course will cover:
- What a biography is
- The practical aspects of becoming a writer
- The lives and works of famous biographers
- How to identify your target market
- Working with your chosen subject and an extensive list of interview questions
- The ethics of writing a biography, what to include and what to omit
- How to create a research plan, organise your research, and tell your subject’s story
- The technical aspects of writing and structure and keeping it interesting and dynamic
- Developing self-confidence and belief in your abilities
- Finding your own writing style
- Writing your autobiography
- Different publishing options, and how to approach publishers and deal with rejection
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Course Duration: 20
Total Modules: 13
Module 1: Introduction to Biographical Writing
Module 2 : What do you need to Become a Good Biographical Writer?
Module 3 : Be Guided by the Best – a Look at other Successful Biographical Writers
Module 4: Identifying Your Target Demographic
Module 5 : Interviewing and Working Closely with Your Subject
Module 6 : Undertaking Accurate and Thorough Research
Module 7 : Planning the Full Biography
Module 8 : How to Make Boring Facts Seem More Interesting
Module 9 : Ensuring the Best Flow from Start to Finish
Module 10 : Improving Your Confidence and Sense of Purpose as a Biographical Writer
Module 11 : Practical Writing Exercises in the Biography Writing Niche
Module 12 : Tackling Your Own Autobiography
Module 13 : Dealing with Publishers and Selling Your Biography
