COMP CLOSED: WIN Matthew Reilly’s latest “Jack West Jr” novel
THE END IS HERE. AN IMPOSSIBLE MAZE. A CATACLYSMIC CONCLUSION. The countdown is over – as this week we offer up the seventh and final
Copywriting Podcast Episode 022: How to use Instagram to promote your copywriting business
Instagram is a powerful tool to add to your self-promotion strategy, and in this episode you’ll learn exactly how to use Instagram to be your
Writing Podcast Episode 441: Marion Frith discusses her debut novel ‘Here in the After’ [Story Sessions series]
Many people will know Marion as a former journalist and political speechwriter, but this is her debut novel – and it is stunning. The subject
Q&A: Flotsam and jetsam
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
Manuscript awards to enter in 2021
Was 2020 going to be the year you showcased your manuscript with the world but just didn’t get around to it? Given the year that
AWC alumna Veronica Lando wins the HarperCollins 2021 Banjo Prize
Publishing house HarperCollins launched the Banjo Prize in 2018, as “a quest to find Australia’s next great storyteller” – inviting unpublished commercial fiction manuscripts and
Writing Podcast Episode 440: Meet Kyle Perry, author of ‘The Deep’
You’ll meet Kyle Perry, author of ‘The Deep’. Don’t forget to check out our sister podcast, ‘So you want to be a copywriter’. Romance is the biggest selling genre in fiction, so learn more about our upcoming course, Romance Writing. Congrats to AWC grad Veronica Lando who has just been announced as the winner of 2021 Banjo Prize with HarperCollins. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘The Prince of the Skies’ by Antonio Iturbe to give away.
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘The Prince of the Skies’ by Antonio Iturbe
Writer. Romantic. Pilot. Hero. This week, we are giving away three copies of The Prince of the Skies by Antonio Iturbe – bestselling author of
Writing Podcast Episode 439: Meet Jack Heath, author of the Audible book ‘Kill Your Brother’ [Industry Insider]
This is a special ‘betweenisode’ because today we’re bringing you an industry insight episode with author Jack Heath. In this chat with Valerie Khoo, Jack
Q&A: Where does “noggin” come from?
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
Furious Fiction September 2021 winner and shortlist
This month’s 44th edition of Furious Fiction was an up-and-down affair as we asked entrants to either plumb new depths or climb to lofty heights.
Freda Chiu combines her creative talents with debut picture book ‘A Trip to the Hospital’
Courses taken at AWC:
Writing Picture Books
Writing Picture Books
“My heart was pounding hard in my chest and I felt so elated and relieved that my childhood dream was finally coming true!”
That’s how Freda Chiu describes the moment she found out that her debut picture book, A Trip to the Hospital, was going to be published by Allen & Unwin. Although she was a successful freelance artist and educator, Freda wasn’t sure she had the skills to write her own picture book. But after taking the Writing Picture Books course with the Australian Writers’ Centre, Freda was unstoppable.
“I loved how structured and practical the Writing Picture Books course was,” Freda says. “I learned more in the two days I was at the AWC than in the few years prior doing self-research.”
Writing Podcast Episode 438: Meet Sofie Laguna, author of ‘The Song of Lewis Carmichael’
Meet Sofie Laguna, author of ‘The Song of Lewis Carmichael’. Discover how to prep for NaNoWriMo. Congratulations to AWC graduate Fiona Murphy on becoming a published author with her debut memoir ‘The Shape of Sound’. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘2 Sisters Detective Agency’ by James Patterson and Candice Fox to give away.
COMP CLOSED: WIN James Patterson and Candice Fox’s latest book
From the creator of the #1 bestselling WOMEN’S MURDER CLUB. Two sisters go into the family business they didn’t know they had – catching killers.
Copywriting Podcast Episode 021: How to setup, structure and launch your new copywriting business
If you’re interested in learning how to set up, structure and launch your brand spanking new copywriting business, this is the episode for you. I
Writing Podcast Episode 437: Sarah Bailey discusses her latest novel ‘The Housemate’ [Story Sessions series]
Now, this is so exciting as this is Sarah’s fourth published novel, and her first standalone book outside of her very popular Gemma Woodstock crime
Q&A: Often vs oftentimes
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
Fiona Murphy becomes a published author with her debut memoir ‘The Shape of Sound’
Courses taken at AWC:
Reinvent Yourself
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Build Your Author Platform
2 Hours to Scrivener Power
Reinvent Yourself
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Build Your Author Platform
2 Hours to Scrivener Power
As a budding writer, Fiona Murphy had a slew of writing ideas, but felt she lacked the confidence and skills to make them come to life. After taking a few freelance writing courses with the Australian Writers’ Centre, something clicked and she started successfully pitching stories.
That momentum led to the start of her career as an essayist and has culminated in the release of her memoir The Shape of Sound, published by Text Publishing in March 2021.
“Signing the contract was an out-of-body experience—it was both thrilling and terrifying! It took weeks for it to sink in.”
Writing Podcast Episode 436: Meet Susannah Hardy, author of ‘Loving Lizzie March’.
Meet Susannah Hardy, author of ‘Loving Lizzie March’. Discover why you should not show off your research skills and why indie publishing could be right for you. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘Sweet Jimmy’ by Bryan Brown to give away.
COMP CLOSED Bryan Brown’s ‘Sweet Jimmy’
It was a gentle knock. Agnes had been waiting for it. Hoping he would be on time. Such a lovely fella, she thought… “Come on
Writing Podcast Episode 435: Sandie Docker discusses her latest novel ‘The Wattle Island Book Club’ [Story Sessions series]
This is the fourth novel from Sandie and it is bound to be as fabulously popular as her previous three. Longtime listeners may remember we
Q&A: The origin of “stockholm syndrome”
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
A calendar of Australian Writers’ Festivals for 2021
Let’s face it – 2020 was a gut punch for in-person events across Australia (and the world!). But as we slowly start to go back
Writing Podcast Episode 434: Meet Amy Suiter Clarke, author of ‘Girl, 11’.
Meet Amy Suiter Clarke, author of ‘Girl, 11’. Discover how to join in on ‘Australia Reads’. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘The Cat Who Saved Books’ by Sosuke Natsukawa to give away.
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘The Cat Who Saved Books’
If ever there were a guaranteed winner from the description alone, it might just be this week’s book giveaway – The Cat Who Saved Books
COMP CLOSED: WIN Matthew Reilly’s latest “Jack West Jr” novel
THE END IS HERE. AN IMPOSSIBLE MAZE. A CATACLYSMIC CONCLUSION. The countdown is over – as this week we offer up the seventh and final book in Australian powerhouse author Matthew Reilly’s Jack West Jr novel series. The book is called The One Impossible Labyrinth and here’s a quick synopsis:
Copywriting Podcast Episode 022: How to use Instagram to promote your copywriting business
Instagram is a powerful tool to add to your self-promotion strategy, and in this episode you’ll learn exactly how to use Instagram to be your authentic self and find new clients. Emily Osmond is an Instagram expert. She is the founder of the Modern Marketing Collective program and is skilled
Writing Podcast Episode 441: Marion Frith discusses her debut novel ‘Here in the After’ [Story Sessions series]
Many people will know Marion as a former journalist and political speechwriter, but this is her debut novel – and it is stunning. The subject matter is tough, it deals with terrorism and PTSD and trauma, but Marion has written a compassionate and moving story about friendship. In this Story
Q&A: Flotsam and jetsam
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, we have floating ideas… Q:
Manuscript awards to enter in 2021
Was 2020 going to be the year you showcased your manuscript with the world but just didn’t get around to it? Given the year that was, we’ll let you off. But now it is 2021. There are some exciting opportunities for you this year, so we’ve created a list of
AWC alumna Veronica Lando wins the HarperCollins 2021 Banjo Prize
Publishing house HarperCollins launched the Banjo Prize in 2018, as “a quest to find Australia’s next great storyteller” – inviting unpublished commercial fiction manuscripts and awarding each year’s winner with a publishing contract. Now in its fourth year, the Banjo Prize recently announced its 2021 winner. And we were SO
Writing Podcast Episode 440: Meet Kyle Perry, author of ‘The Deep’
You’ll meet Kyle Perry, author of ‘The Deep’. Don’t forget to check out our sister podcast, ‘So you want to be a copywriter’. Romance is the biggest selling genre in fiction, so learn more about our upcoming course, Romance Writing. Congrats to AWC grad Veronica Lando who has just been announced as the winner of 2021 Banjo Prize with HarperCollins. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘The Prince of the Skies’ by Antonio Iturbe to give away.
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘The Prince of the Skies’ by Antonio Iturbe
Writer. Romantic. Pilot. Hero. This week, we are giving away three copies of The Prince of the Skies by Antonio Iturbe – bestselling author of The Librarian of Auschwitz. This latest book is a captivating historical novel based on a true story – the extraordinary life and mysterious death of
Writing Podcast Episode 439: Meet Jack Heath, author of the Audible book ‘Kill Your Brother’ [Industry Insider]
This is a special ‘betweenisode’ because today we’re bringing you an industry insight episode with author Jack Heath. In this chat with Valerie Khoo, Jack goes into the nuts and bolts of his experience in one of the latest developments in the publishing industry – a novel specifically written for
Q&A: Where does “noggin” come from?
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, we’re head hunting… Q: Hi
Furious Fiction September 2021 winner and shortlist
This month’s 44th edition of Furious Fiction was an up-and-down affair as we asked entrants to either plumb new depths or climb to lofty heights. These were the challenge criteria: Your story must include EITHER an attic OR a basement. Your story must include some kind of insect. Your story
Freda Chiu combines her creative talents with debut picture book ‘A Trip to the Hospital’
Courses taken at AWC:
Writing Picture Books
Writing Picture Books
“My heart was pounding hard in my chest and I felt so elated and relieved that my childhood dream was finally coming true!”
That’s how Freda Chiu describes the moment she found out that her debut picture book, A Trip to the Hospital, was going to be published by Allen & Unwin. Although she was a successful freelance artist and educator, Freda wasn’t sure she had the skills to write her own picture book. But after taking the Writing Picture Books course with the Australian Writers’ Centre, Freda was unstoppable.
“I loved how structured and practical the Writing Picture Books course was,” Freda says. “I learned more in the two days I was at the AWC than in the few years prior doing self-research.”
Writing Podcast Episode 438: Meet Sofie Laguna, author of ‘The Song of Lewis Carmichael’
Meet Sofie Laguna, author of ‘The Song of Lewis Carmichael’. Discover how to prep for NaNoWriMo. Congratulations to AWC graduate Fiona Murphy on becoming a published author with her debut memoir ‘The Shape of Sound’. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘2 Sisters Detective Agency’ by James Patterson and Candice Fox to give away.
COMP CLOSED: WIN James Patterson and Candice Fox’s latest book
From the creator of the #1 bestselling WOMEN’S MURDER CLUB. Two sisters go into the family business they didn’t know they had – catching killers. Coming on the heels of their local and international success of The Inn, this week’s giveaway is an exciting new collaboration from New York Bestselling
Copywriting Podcast Episode 021: How to setup, structure and launch your new copywriting business
If you’re interested in learning how to set up, structure and launch your brand spanking new copywriting business, this is the episode for you. I have trained over 9000 people in the art of copywriting and I know that the one thing that trips most people up when starting out,
Writing Podcast Episode 437: Sarah Bailey discusses her latest novel ‘The Housemate’ [Story Sessions series]
Now, this is so exciting as this is Sarah’s fourth published novel, and her first standalone book outside of her very popular Gemma Woodstock crime series. In this novel, we’re introduced to a new protagonist – investigative journalist Olive Groves. In this Story Session, Sarah talks about her writing process
Q&A: Often vs oftentimes
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, we’re oft the record… Q:
Fiona Murphy becomes a published author with her debut memoir ‘The Shape of Sound’
Courses taken at AWC:
Reinvent Yourself
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Build Your Author Platform
2 Hours to Scrivener Power
Reinvent Yourself
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Build Your Author Platform
2 Hours to Scrivener Power
As a budding writer, Fiona Murphy had a slew of writing ideas, but felt she lacked the confidence and skills to make them come to life. After taking a few freelance writing courses with the Australian Writers’ Centre, something clicked and she started successfully pitching stories.
That momentum led to the start of her career as an essayist and has culminated in the release of her memoir The Shape of Sound, published by Text Publishing in March 2021.
“Signing the contract was an out-of-body experience—it was both thrilling and terrifying! It took weeks for it to sink in.”
Writing Podcast Episode 436: Meet Susannah Hardy, author of ‘Loving Lizzie March’.
Meet Susannah Hardy, author of ‘Loving Lizzie March’. Discover why you should not show off your research skills and why indie publishing could be right for you. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘Sweet Jimmy’ by Bryan Brown to give away.
COMP CLOSED Bryan Brown’s ‘Sweet Jimmy’
It was a gentle knock. Agnes had been waiting for it. Hoping he would be on time. Such a lovely fella, she thought… “Come on through. Got a surprise for you,” she said. He had one for her too. Bryan Brown has been telling stories with his distinctive Australian voice
Writing Podcast Episode 435: Sandie Docker discusses her latest novel ‘The Wattle Island Book Club’ [Story Sessions series]
This is the fourth novel from Sandie and it is bound to be as fabulously popular as her previous three. Longtime listeners may remember we spoke to Sandie back in episode 323 when The Banksia Bay Beach Shack had just come out, which was her third novel, and before that
Q&A: The origin of “stockholm syndrome”
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, we’re taking stock… Q: Hi
A calendar of Australian Writers’ Festivals for 2021
Let’s face it – 2020 was a gut punch for in-person events across Australia (and the world!). But as we slowly start to go back to whatever “normal” now means, the great news is that literary events are once more becoming places to gather in person and celebrate writers and
Writing Podcast Episode 434: Meet Amy Suiter Clarke, author of ‘Girl, 11’.
Meet Amy Suiter Clarke, author of ‘Girl, 11’. Discover how to join in on ‘Australia Reads’. Plus, we have 3 copies of ‘The Cat Who Saved Books’ by Sosuke Natsukawa to give away.
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘The Cat Who Saved Books’
If ever there were a guaranteed winner from the description alone, it might just be this week’s book giveaway – The Cat Who Saved Books by bestselling Japanese author Sosuke Natsukawa. Lovingly translated by Louise Heal Kawai, this is a heartwarming celebration of books, cats, and the people who love
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