WELCOME TO ESSEX CREATIVE WRITING!
Welcome to Essex Creative Writing (ECW). ECW is the first franchise school of MKCW, one of Ireland’s leading schools of creative writing. Essex Creative Writing is operated by Holly Goose. Essex Creative Writing was launched on Friday 4th April 2025.
MKCW provides all courses for ECW. Courses are currently all online and provided by lively, interactive sessions on Zoom. ECW will offer in-person options very soon. If you would like to register your interest, get in touch at: [email protected]
History of MKCW
April 2018
The Beginning
MKCW is launched as an in person course provider.
April 2020
Online
In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, MKCW begins its first online course with 3 participants.
July 2022
Back in Person
MKCW has its first in person event with a conference
in Dublin
April 2025
Franchise
MKCW celebrates 7 years of providing courses and serving almost 1,000 writers. MKCW launches 1st franchise in Essex, UK.
School Manager
Holly Goose – School Manager
Holly Goose has a BA Hons in English Literature and Creative Writing. She is a vastly experienced administrator and has worked at the MKCW school for several semesters, where she learned all of the machinations of running a world class school of creative writing. Holly has now taken this knowledge and will bring MKCW courses to writers in Essex and beyond. She is also a committed writer and is working on her first novel.
Contact Holly: [email protected]
MKCW
MKCW provides all courses to Essex Creative Writing. Writers registering for ECW courses can be sure of the absolute highest quality experience in their online or in-person course. MKCW have years’ of experience working with writers from every conceivable background. MKCW courses and services are provided by Dr Keaveney or one his expert team. Check out their profiles here
Dr Martin Keaveney – Director of Studies, MKCW
Dr Martin Keaveney established MKCW (Martin Keaveney Creative Writing) in April 2018. Dr Keaveney completed a PhD with University of Galway, an M.A in Writing and a B.A. in English and Italian at University of Galway. He also possesses a certificate in Media Production. He has seen 6 books published by boutique publisher Penniless Press. His work has been broadcast on national TV, screened at several international festivals and his playwriting selected for a national festival. He is also a contributor to global discussion on narratology (study of stories), publishing several articles on the topic. Dr Keaveney’s school MKCW provides all courses and mentorships to ECW. MKCW has registered almost 1,000 writers since introducing online courses in 2020.
Contact Martin: [email protected]
What Our Students Say About Us
★★★★★
Average Rating: 4.5 out of 5 from 20 Reviews on Trustpilot
Fantastic
I can highly recommend this course. I am at present attending the one in Navan and find the course and our tutor Luke are fantastic both in content and delivery.
★★★★★
Patricia McDermott
Loved this course
Loved this course. Always wanted to try writing but thought that I’d neither the talent nor the imagination. This course provided the support and practical information that demystified the whole process. I’ve found a love for writing that has taken me by surprise.
★★★★★
Elaine Sammon
Excellent
This creative writing course is a must for anyone who has an interest in creative writing, whether you are just starting out on your path or have been doing some writing already. The tutor is excellent and provides feedback after each assignment, which is encouraging and supportive. I would highly recommend this course as an investment in the future of a new writer.
★★★★★
Deb Glennon
Enjoyable
Well managed, helpful weekly reviews. Enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere.
★★★★★
Ann Maher