The Next Page Masterclass: How to Be on a Panel

Does the idea of joining a live panel feel a bit intimidating? Weve got you. Join Becky Cullen in this masterclass, all about building the skills to speak alongside authors without the stress. Learn how to keep your answers snappy, stay on track, and join the conversation in a way thats both respectful and impactful. Youll learn how to add value to the discussion without hogging the mic.Tickets are available as Pay What You Can, and we welcome any donations.About Becky Cullen
Becky is a poet and presentations expert. Shes gone from being sick with stage fright to fronting panels and TV shows with a smile, learning to manage nerves, keep it short and sweet - and lots of other handy tips along the way. She cant wait to meet and work with you to make sure you are your best self as part of these brilliant panels.This masterclass is part of The Next Page: Youth Writing Programme, a professional skills development programme, which includes training, masterclasses and other professional opportunities, to improve critical writing skills and engagement, and is part ofBig City Reads 2026 [https://nottinghamcityofliterature.com/projects/bigcityreads/], Nottingham City of Literature's summer reading campaign.Thank you to Arts Council England for supporting The Next Page programme.
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