Weaving History and Heritage into Writing (AEP0420529)

Students will discover how history can be a rich source of inspiration for storytelling. In this workshop, they will learn how Singaporean authors craft historical fiction by transforming real events into narratives. Through a focus on techniques such as developing authentic settings, characters and plot structure - students will gain valuable insights into bringing history to life through their own stories.

This workshop is eligible for Tote Board Arts Grant Subsidy.

Learning outcomes:

Understanding and appreciation of Singapore's cultural heritage
Familiarised with examples of historical fiction by local writers
Learn how to research and transform historical events into narratives

ABOUT FACILITATOR(S)

Melanie Lee

Melanie Lee is the author of Out & About in Singapore, a travel guide for children and the award-winning picture book series The Adventures of Squirky the Alien. She recently won the Hedwig Anwuar Children’s Book Award for the middle grade graphic novel series Amazing Ash & Superhero Ah Ma.

Sim Ee Waun

Sim Ee Waun has been a food and travel writer, and freelance editor for more than 30 years. She is also a founding partner of boutique children’s publisher, Pepper Dog Press, and of the advocacy group Kidlit Southeast Asia. She is also the author of The Little Singapore Book and We Shall Remember: The Story of Singapore at War.

Ho Lee-Ling

Ho Lee-Ling is a Singaporean writer and researcher. Her first book, Samsui Girl, was awarded a First-Time Writers & Illustrators Publishing grant in 2006. Since then she has written several other books for children including Wayang Girl, Gasing Boy and Coolie Boys published by The History Workroom LLP. Stephanie has also written picture books for government agencies including the Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports (MCYS) and the Ministry of Education (MOE).