Top scriptwriters, David Nobbs (Reggie Perrin) and “godfather of British drama”, Jimmy McGovern (Cracker, Hillsborough, The Lakes, The Street, etc), will be interviewed live on stage by Write Out Loud's own Julian Jordon at Wigan Words 09 literary festival.

And you can put your own questions to them via this website and Julian promises to include as many of your questions as possible, and pu tht ereplies back up on the site.

There’s also chance to hone your own screenwriting skills in a day-long workshop which Julian has been commissioned to run for the festival later that same week.

Having met both writers, Julian has also written a short piece on each, within the discussions.
To read the articles and put your questions or make comments, go to:
For Jimmy McGovern: http://tinyurl.com/dz8ffv
For David Nobbs: http://tinyurl.com/bjmz5p

Booking details:
Friday 17 April, 7:30pm
David Nobbs, creator of Reggie Perrin, in conversation with Julian Jordon
The Atrium, Wigan Town Hall
Tickets £8 from Wigan Tourism Information Centre, 01942 825677
 Saturday 18 April, 7.30
Jimmy McGovern in conversation with Julian Jordon
Ashton Library. Tickets £8 from the Tourist Information Centre on 01942 825677.
Wednesday 22 April, 10:00am ?" 4:00pm
Scriptwriting Workshop with Julian Jordon
Wigan Cricket Club, Bull Hey
This one-day workshop gives the basics of scriptwriting: creating character, the basics of plot, creating memorable scenes, setting out your script, pitching your script, where next?
FREE. Booking essential. Book online
Julian is a professional writer and editor. He scripted the film, To The Sea Again, finalist at film festivals in London, the US and Canada. He also founded Blooming Media where he edits, scripts and produces educational films, and publishes print and web media. He also helps promote Write Out Loud.