Writing Podcast Episode 235 Meet children’s writer Deborah Abela, author of ‘The Most Marvellous Spelling Bee Mystery’
In Episode 235 of So you want to be a writer: The saga of #Cockygate continues and the curious tale of how animal farts made their
COMP CLOSED – invent a new Nobel Prize category!
This week we’re giving away three copies of How to Win a Nobel Prize by actual 2005 Nobel Prize winner, physician Barry Marshall. It’s a
Shelly Unwin blasts off with another winning children’s book!
Prolific children’s author Shelly Unwin is blasting onto bookshelves with her new picture book Blast Off!, which rockets through the solar system in a funny, fact-filled space trip around the planets.
Q&A: Eon vs era vs epoch
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
Writing Podcast Episode 234 Meet Dr Anita Heiss, editor of the anthology ‘Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia’
In Episode 234 of So you want to be a writer: How to give a bad author talk (yes a bad one!). You’ll hear about the
Furious Fiction May 2018 winner
This month, Furious Fiction (our monthly $500 short-short story competition) found itself launching on May the fourth. So, we threw in some Star Wars fun
Ali Berg knew she wanted to be an author from the age of three!
AWC courses completed:
Creative Writing Stage 1
Creative Writing Stage 1
When Ali (on the right above) gave up her job in advertising at the age of 24 to travel the world, little did she realise it would culminate in an innovative career built around books and a two-book deal with Simon and Schuster Australia and The Book Ninja (Ali Berg & Michelle Kalus, 2018) in bookstores around the world. Ali and Michelle’s second novel, While You Were Reading followed in 2019, and their latest book Fancy Meeting You Here launched with rave reviews.
COMP CLOSED – WIN Kitty’s new book
Heeeere Kitty, Kitty, Kitty. That’s right – Kitty Flanagan has released a new book, and we have THREE copies of Bridge Burning and Other Hobbies
Ingrid Alexandra fulfils a lifelong dream to be a published author
AWC courses completed:
Advanced Fiction Writing Techniques
Advanced Fiction Writing Techniques
Ingrid’s tenacity and stubbornness to keep at it no matter how many rejections were thrown at her have paid off with the launch of her psychological thriller The New Girl published by HarperCollins imprint Avon Books UK.
Q&A: Lighted vs lit
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
Writing Podcast Episode 233 Meet Robyn Cadwallader, author of ‘Book of Colours’
In Episode 233 of So you want to be a writer: Learn how you CAN write a publishable first novel, and how female artists get paid less
We’re hiring: Sales and marketing administration assistant
The Australian Writers’ Centre team is growing and we need a Sales and marketing administration assistant. Please note: This role is not a writing-based role.
COMP CLOSED: What would YOU call your own bookshop?
This week, thanks to our besties over at Transmission Films, we have 10 double passes to The Bookshop to give away. It opens in cinemas
Writing Podcast Episode 232 Meet Sami Lukis, author of ‘Romantically Challenged’
In Episode 232 of So you want to be a writer: Congratulations to Astrid Scholte and her upcoming publication. Cockygate goes nuts, how to write a
Q&A: Through vs thru
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
COMP CLOSED – WIN ‘Sounds Appealing’
It’s not what you say, it’s the way that you say it… This week, we’re giving away three copies of Sounds Appealing: The passionate story
Writing Podcast Episode 231 Meet Josephine Moon, author of ‘Three Gold Coins’
In Episode 231 of So you want to be a writer: You’ll discover how to avoid the query stage with agents and publishers, and how other authors
Q&A: Hunker vs bunker
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
COMP CLOSED – WIN film double passes
This week, we’re excited to be offering up FIFTEEN double passes to Simon Baker’s film adaptation of Tim Winton’s award-winning novel of the same name,
Q&A: Upmost vs utmost
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 April 2018 winner
For April’s Furious Fiction $500 short story competition, we turned the screws a little – by making everyone write a story that had the same
Q&A: Cold shoulder vs cold turkey vs cold feet
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
19 haiku poems about Autumn
April 17 was International Haiku Poetry Day and in our recent AWC newsletter, we threw out a challenge for our community have a go at
Two competitions for emerging writers
Breaking into the world of publication can be tough for emerging writers. One excellent way to get a foot in the door is to enter
COMP CLOSED – WIN a five-book Mother’s Day pack
This week and next we’ll be giving you the opportunity to win FIVE BOOKS that you can keep for yourself or give to your mum
Writing Podcast Episode 235 Meet children’s writer Deborah Abela, author of ‘The Most Marvellous Spelling Bee Mystery’
In Episode 235 of So you want to be a writer: The saga of #Cockygate continues and the curious tale of how animal farts made their way to the NYT bestseller list. Discover a cool writing initiative out of a New York airport. Plus, how to find the next book that
COMP CLOSED – invent a new Nobel Prize category!
This week we’re giving away three copies of How to Win a Nobel Prize by actual 2005 Nobel Prize winner, physician Barry Marshall. It’s a funny, fascinating adventure story for ages 9 to 12, and includes experiments that young scientists can do themselves at school or at home. Ten-year-old Mary
Shelly Unwin blasts off with another winning children’s book!
Prolific children’s author Shelly Unwin is blasting onto bookshelves with her new picture book Blast Off!, which rockets through the solar system in a funny, fact-filled space trip around the planets.
Q&A: Eon vs era vs epoch
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 you’ll be surprised to learn
Writing Podcast Episode 234 Meet Dr Anita Heiss, editor of the anthology ‘Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia’
In Episode 234 of So you want to be a writer: How to give a bad author talk (yes a bad one!). You’ll hear about the Kids & YA Festival (now in its tenth year) and learn about The Business of Writing. Discover your chance to win a copy of Bridge
Furious Fiction May 2018 winner
This month, Furious Fiction (our monthly $500 short-short story competition) found itself launching on May the fourth. So, we threw in some Star Wars fun – being very clear that entrants did not have to write in the sci-fi genre. (Find out more about how our free monthly Furious Fiction
Ali Berg knew she wanted to be an author from the age of three!
AWC courses completed:
Creative Writing Stage 1
Creative Writing Stage 1
When Ali (on the right above) gave up her job in advertising at the age of 24 to travel the world, little did she realise it would culminate in an innovative career built around books and a two-book deal with Simon and Schuster Australia and The Book Ninja (Ali Berg & Michelle Kalus, 2018) in bookstores around the world. Ali and Michelle’s second novel, While You Were Reading followed in 2019, and their latest book Fancy Meeting You Here launched with rave reviews.
COMP CLOSED – WIN Kitty’s new book
Heeeere Kitty, Kitty, Kitty. That’s right – Kitty Flanagan has released a new book, and we have THREE copies of Bridge Burning and Other Hobbies to give away this week. One of Australia’s favourite and most multi-talented entertainers, Kitty Flanagan provides hilarious and honest life advice in this candid collection
Ingrid Alexandra fulfils a lifelong dream to be a published author
AWC courses completed:
Advanced Fiction Writing Techniques
Advanced Fiction Writing Techniques
Ingrid’s tenacity and stubbornness to keep at it no matter how many rejections were thrown at her have paid off with the launch of her psychological thriller The New Girl published by HarperCollins imprint Avon Books UK.
Q&A: Lighted vs lit
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 light up over lighted
Writing Podcast Episode 233 Meet Robyn Cadwallader, author of ‘Book of Colours’
In Episode 233 of So you want to be a writer: Learn how you CAN write a publishable first novel, and how female artists get paid less than males – and what to do about it. Discover your chance to win double passes to The Bookshop. And meet Robyn Cadwallader, author of
We’re hiring: Sales and marketing administration assistant
The Australian Writers’ Centre team is growing and we need a Sales and marketing administration assistant. Please note: This role is not a writing-based role. This role won’t be a stepping stone for you to publish your novel – but you will help others pursue their passion for writing. And
COMP CLOSED: What would YOU call your own bookshop?
This week, thanks to our besties over at Transmission Films, we have 10 double passes to The Bookshop to give away. It opens in cinemas nationwide on 24 May 2018. Starring Bill Nighy, Emily Mortimer and Patricia Clarkson, The Bookshop is based on Penelope Fitzgerald’s novel of the same name,
Writing Podcast Episode 232 Meet Sami Lukis, author of ‘Romantically Challenged’
In Episode 232 of So you want to be a writer: Congratulations to Astrid Scholte and her upcoming publication. Cockygate goes nuts, how to write a book when you have a full-time job, and should you read when you’re writing? Discover your chance to win a copy of Sounds Appealing by
Q&A: Through vs thru
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 through with thru! Q:
COMP CLOSED – WIN ‘Sounds Appealing’
It’s not what you say, it’s the way that you say it… This week, we’re giving away three copies of Sounds Appealing: The passionate story of English pronunciation by David Crystal. There have long been debates about ‘correct’ pronunciation in the English language, and Britain’s most distinguished linguistic expert, David
Writing Podcast Episode 231 Meet Josephine Moon, author of ‘Three Gold Coins’
In Episode 231 of So you want to be a writer: You’ll discover how to avoid the query stage with agents and publishers, and how other authors know when their writing is “good enough”. And meet Josephine Moon, author of Three Gold Coins. Click play below to listen to the podcast. You
Q&A: Hunker vs bunker
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 hunker down and debunk
COMP CLOSED – WIN film double passes
This week, we’re excited to be offering up FIFTEEN double passes to Simon Baker’s film adaptation of Tim Winton’s award-winning novel of the same name, Breath. Filmed on Western Australia’s stunning Denmark coastline and also starring Simon Baker in his directorial debut, Breath follow two teenage boys, Pikelet (Samson Coulter)
Q&A: Upmost vs utmost
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 are doing our utmost to
Furious Fiction April 2018 winner
For April’s Furious Fiction $500 short story competition, we turned the screws a little – by making everyone write a story that had the same title: THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM. Along with that, they also needed to use three specific words at some point in their story and end
Q&A: Cold shoulder vs cold turkey vs cold feet
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 are giving you the
19 haiku poems about Autumn
April 17 was International Haiku Poetry Day and in our recent AWC newsletter, we threw out a challenge for our community have a go at writing one, on the subject of AUTUMN. What is a “haiku”? Well, there are many forms and they have a lot of complexities – but
Two competitions for emerging writers
Breaking into the world of publication can be tough for emerging writers. One excellent way to get a foot in the door is to enter competitions. The Australasian Association of Writing Programs has two great competitions now open to emerging writers. Who is an “emerging writer?” For these competitions, according
COMP CLOSED – WIN a five-book Mother’s Day pack
This week and next we’ll be giving you the opportunity to win FIVE BOOKS that you can keep for yourself or give to your mum in time for Mother’s Day on 13 May 2018. Either way, they’re going to be the welcome addition to someone’s bookshelf – will it be
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