Our poetry mentors can assist with all aspects of the process, whether that’s developing your voice, fine-tuning poetic form or simply finding what inspires you!
The mentoring models below can be just a starting point. We will work closely with you to ensure we have the right fit for your work and recommend changes to the models. If there is a better fit for you, just tell us and we can make arrangements.
| Model 1 | Model 2 | Model 3 | Model 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Essential Basics | Line by Line | The Pamphlet | The Manuscript |
| 2hrs Tutor Time | 2hrs Tutor Time | 3.5hrs Tutor Time | 6hrs Tutor Time |
| Submit up to 3 poems or up to 100 lines, and a short covering letter of up to 500 words to provide additional context 1 hour of face-to-face meeting or phone time After your meeting, you will receive an email from your mentor to confirm / agree three recommended steps for your work This model is ideal for those who might be new to poetry, more experienced writers seeking a standalone session, or anyone keen to focus on the mechanics of writing in more general terms. But the session could equally be used to get to know your tutor, – the perfect entry point for a longer mentoring arrangement. Some writers might wish to move on from this first session to a more in-depth written report, as detailed in Model 2 | Submit up to 5 poems or 150 lines and a short covering letter of up to 500 words to provide additional context Receive a report on your work that includes detailed, line-by-line comments and advice If booking this model as a one-off session, we can offer a 30-min face-to-face time option on top of the above for £200 in total | Submit your pamphlet of up to 32 pages 30-min face-to-face time Advice about sequencing and selection Looking at the themes in your work | Submit your manuscript of up to 60 pages Up to 1-hour face-to-face feedback Advice about sequencing and selection Looking at the themes in your work |
| £150 | £150 | £260 | £450 |
To book a session, please download an enquiry form and send your completed form to mentoring@moniackmhor.org.uk.
