Apologies for cross postings Writing workshops - to be run by LIRG in November and December Have you ever thought about writing an article, but ... have never got round to doing it? ...are not sure where to publish it? ...are struggling to find time? ...would like some friendly feedback? .... then the Library and Information Research Group has two workshops, facilitated by successful academic authors and editors of library journals to help you. These are being offered in various locations and will include an introductory session aimed at new writers and a follow up for those interested in drafting a paper and receiving feedback. Introductory workshop This half-day workshop will provide an introduction to writing and give you chance to think about your ideas for publications. It will also offer ideas and tips in: * Getting started * How to keep going * Where to publish and the publishing process * What peer reviewers look for and how to deal with their comments Follow up workshop The second half day workshop offers participants an opportunity to: * Discuss/Review draft papers * Contribute a draft of their own for workshop discussion * Network and discuss experiences Participants can attend either or both sessions at any location Location Date Time Workshop 1: An introduction to writing Leeds Metropolitan University (in collaboration with UC&R group) 30 November 2010 10am-1pm Loughborough University 19 November 2010 1-4 Strathclyde University, Glasgow 22 November 2010 10am - 1pm Workshop 2: Writing and discussing your paper Leeds Metropolitan University (in collaboration with UC&R group) 7 December 2010 10am-1pm Loughborough University 8 December 2010 1-4 Strathclyde University, Glasgow 2 December 2010 10am-1pm For further details and booking, please check out the LIRG events page at http://www.cilip.org.uk/get-involved/special-interest-groups/research/ac tivities/pages/default.aspx Dr Alison Brettle Research Fellow Centre for Nursing and Midwifery Research, University of Salford, Room MS190, Mary Seacole Building Frederick Road Salford, M6 6PU Tel: 0161 295 0447 Email: [log in to unmask]