Q&A: Where do “fans” 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
Joy Adan: Living her dream as a freelance writer
AWC courses completed:
Writing for the Web and Mobile
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program
Profile Writing
Reinvent Yourself
Creative Writing Stage 1
Make Time to Write
Life Writing
Writing for the Web and Mobile
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program
Profile Writing
Reinvent Yourself
Creative Writing Stage 1
Make Time to Write
Life Writing
Even though Joy Adan dreamt of becoming a writer, she initially didn’t have the confidence to pursue this passion. “I had a recurring voice in my head – that sounded a lot like my mother – that kept telling me that the only people who could call themselves writers were either really lucky or really poor. That I should do the responsible thing – and set aside my creative ambitions in search for a secure, well-paying job.”
Writing Podcast Episode 220 Meet Beau Donelly, journalist and author of ‘The Woman Who Fooled the World: Belle Gibson’s Cancer Con’
In Episode 220 of So you want to be a writer: We go behind the scenes of The Woman Who Fooled the World: Belle Gibson’s Cancer Con
COMP CLOSED: Your most memorable hotel stay? Share it and WIN this book…
This week, we’ve checked in and ordered (via room service) three copies of Rooms with a View – a fascinating book written by distinguished hotel
Q&A: Program vs programme
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 219 Meet Martin Puchner, author of ‘The Written World’
In Episode 219 of So you want to be a writer: We made the list for best websites for writers in 2018! Hear some of our
How Jennifer Johnston gained the confidence to become a freelance writer
AWC courses completed:
Travel Writing
Profile Writing
Copywriting Essentials
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program (current member)
Travel Writing
Profile Writing
Copywriting Essentials
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program (current member)
Jennifer Johnston is living proof that you never stop learning – in fact, she has built a career on it. Having completed a postgraduate certificate in creative industries, she realised that while she had a lot of theory, there were many gaps with regard to practical skills. On the long-time recommendation of a friend, she chose a short online course in Travel Writing at the Australian Writers Centre – and wished she had taken her advice sooner!
COMP CLOSED: Tell us your favourite farm animal and WIN these two rural fiction books!
This week, we’re grabbing our Akubras and heading to the bush for a very Australian genre – rural fiction. We have two books to give
Q&A: Anti vs ante
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 218 Top 10 writing tips from our favourite authors
In Episode 218 of So you want to be a writer: Valerie and Allison discuss 10 writing tips from some of their favourite interviews with authors. We
COMP CLOSED: Double passes to “The Commuter” starring Liam Neeson
I know that most of our competitions are directly related to writing, authors or creatives. So I realise that this one is a long bow.
Top 10 fiction writing posts of 2017
Writing fiction is one of the most fulfilling and demanding things you can commit to, and at every stage you will have questions – about
Top 10 most popular online courses
One of the great perks of writing is that you can do it while wearing your pjs at home, or sipping your latte at a
Short story challenge: January 2018
As we roll on through your writing summer (apologies to those reading this in freezing northern hemisphere conditions) we thought we’d give you a helping
Q&A: Pour vs pore
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: Double passes to ‘The Post’
This week, thanks to Entertainment One, we have 10 double passes to The Post – in cinemas from 11 January 2018. This one already has
Short story competitions to enter in 2018
Do you love writing short stories? Not only can these bite-sized gems help you to develop finer storytelling skills, you can potentially earn big bucks
Now open: Annual Text Prize for Young Adult and Children’s Writing
Start your new year off right by entering your manuscript into the Annual Text Prize for Young Adult & Children’s Writing. First prize is a
Our top 10 freelance writing posts of 2017
Take it from all of us – there is nothing more exciting than seeing your name in print for the first time. It leaves you
Q&A: It’s vs its
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: Tell us your favourite “WIN” word to win Tim Winton memoirs
We’re kicking off 2018 with the chance to win not one, not two, not four, not five, but THREE of Australian author Tim Winton’s memoirs.
Top 11 Q&A columns from 2017
Q: Hey, what’s all this then? A: We’re doing a holiday best-of – compiling our favourite Q&As from the past 12 months. Q: I can’t
Top 10 ‘So you want to be a writer’ podcast episodes of 2017
It’s been a big year – and a busy one for Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait, hosts of AWC’s So you want to be a
Six courses to start this summer
As we come to the pointy end of December, you may be feeling particularly inspired to kick some goals in the new year. The holiday
Q&A: Where do “fans” 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’s Q&A is fan-tastic… Q: Hi
Joy Adan: Living her dream as a freelance writer
AWC courses completed:
Writing for the Web and Mobile
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program
Profile Writing
Reinvent Yourself
Creative Writing Stage 1
Make Time to Write
Life Writing
Writing for the Web and Mobile
Freelance Writing Stage 1
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program
Profile Writing
Reinvent Yourself
Creative Writing Stage 1
Make Time to Write
Life Writing
Even though Joy Adan dreamt of becoming a writer, she initially didn’t have the confidence to pursue this passion. “I had a recurring voice in my head – that sounded a lot like my mother – that kept telling me that the only people who could call themselves writers were either really lucky or really poor. That I should do the responsible thing – and set aside my creative ambitions in search for a secure, well-paying job.”
Writing Podcast Episode 220 Meet Beau Donelly, journalist and author of ‘The Woman Who Fooled the World: Belle Gibson’s Cancer Con’
In Episode 220 of So you want to be a writer: We go behind the scenes of The Woman Who Fooled the World: Belle Gibson’s Cancer Con by Beau Donelly and Nick Toscano. Plus, there are 3 copies of Rooms with a View: The Secret Life of Grand Hotels by Adrian Mourby to
COMP CLOSED: Your most memorable hotel stay? Share it and WIN this book…
This week, we’ve checked in and ordered (via room service) three copies of Rooms with a View – a fascinating book written by distinguished hotel historian and travel journalist Adrian Mourby. Adrian is a lover of grand hotels – and the world’s grandest hotels have provided glamorous backgrounds for some
Q&A: Program vs programme
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 it’s time to get with
Writing Podcast Episode 219 Meet Martin Puchner, author of ‘The Written World’
In Episode 219 of So you want to be a writer: We made the list for best websites for writers in 2018! Hear some of our favourite freelance writing tips, and polish up your manuscript because the Text Prize for young adult and children’s writing is now open! We also have
How Jennifer Johnston gained the confidence to become a freelance writer
AWC courses completed:
Travel Writing
Profile Writing
Copywriting Essentials
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program (current member)
Travel Writing
Profile Writing
Copywriting Essentials
Freelance Writing Masterclass Program (current member)
Jennifer Johnston is living proof that you never stop learning – in fact, she has built a career on it. Having completed a postgraduate certificate in creative industries, she realised that while she had a lot of theory, there were many gaps with regard to practical skills. On the long-time recommendation of a friend, she chose a short online course in Travel Writing at the Australian Writers Centre – and wished she had taken her advice sooner!
COMP CLOSED: Tell us your favourite farm animal and WIN these two rural fiction books!
This week, we’re grabbing our Akubras and heading to the bush for a very Australian genre – rural fiction. We have two books to give away: Ridgeview Station by Michael Trant: An entertaining yarn set on a vast outback property peopled with colourful and authentic characters, Ridgeview Station is about
Q&A: Anti vs ante
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 upping the ante… Q:
Writing Podcast Episode 218 Top 10 writing tips from our favourite authors
In Episode 218 of So you want to be a writer: Valerie and Allison discuss 10 writing tips from some of their favourite interviews with authors. We have 10 double passes to The Commuter starring Liam Neeson to give away, you’ll learn the origin of “to make no bones”, and much more.
COMP CLOSED: Double passes to “The Commuter” starring Liam Neeson
I know that most of our competitions are directly related to writing, authors or creatives. So I realise that this one is a long bow. But I love Liam Neeson action movies! So I had to share this with you. Ever since I saw him in Taken, I’ve been a
Top 10 fiction writing posts of 2017
Writing fiction is one of the most fulfilling and demanding things you can commit to, and at every stage you will have questions – about the process and about yourself! We understand that it can be both exciting and exasperating, and sometimes you want to just have a cup of
Top 10 most popular online courses
One of the great perks of writing is that you can do it while wearing your pjs at home, or sipping your latte at a cafe, or during your daily commute. It’s such a portable skill! So it’s no surprise that learning online is such a popular choice for writers.
Short story challenge: January 2018
As we roll on through your writing summer (apologies to those reading this in freezing northern hemisphere conditions) we thought we’d give you a helping hand – to help flex your writing muscles and kick off 2018. It’s a short story challenge (because we know how much you love these!).
Q&A: Pour vs pore
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 pouring ourselves a cuppa
COMP CLOSED: Double passes to ‘The Post’
This week, thanks to Entertainment One, we have 10 double passes to The Post – in cinemas from 11 January 2018. This one already has some heavy awards buzz about it (it was nominated for six Golden Globes) – but that’s always likely to happen when you have Steven Spielberg
Short story competitions to enter in 2018
Do you love writing short stories? Not only can these bite-sized gems help you to develop finer storytelling skills, you can potentially earn big bucks from your work. Check out the range of short story competitions to enter in 2018. And if you’re looking to stand out from the pack
Now open: Annual Text Prize for Young Adult and Children’s Writing
Start your new year off right by entering your manuscript into the Annual Text Prize for Young Adult & Children’s Writing. First prize is a handsome $10,000 advance on publishing royalties and a contract with Text Publishing. Wouldn’t that be a fab way to kick off 2018? This prize is
Our top 10 freelance writing posts of 2017
Take it from all of us – there is nothing more exciting than seeing your name in print for the first time. It leaves you wanting more, and more, and more! If you’re working as a freelancer, or have dreams of becoming one, you’ll find plenty of useful resources and
Q&A: It’s vs its
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 it’s an itsy bitsy dilemma…
COMP CLOSED: Tell us your favourite “WIN” word to win Tim Winton memoirs
We’re kicking off 2018 with the chance to win not one, not two, not four, not five, but THREE of Australian author Tim Winton’s memoirs. Here are the details of the books: Land’s Edge: Tim Winton’s Land’s Edge is a celebration of the coastal life and those who surrender themselves
Top 11 Q&A columns from 2017
Q: Hey, what’s all this then? A: We’re doing a holiday best-of – compiling our favourite Q&As from the past 12 months. Q: I can’t do that. They’re like my children; I love them all equally… A: No you don’t. Q: You’re right, some are waaaaay better than others. A:
Top 10 ‘So you want to be a writer’ podcast episodes of 2017
It’s been a big year – and a busy one for Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait, hosts of AWC’s So you want to be a writer podcast. Not only is it a weekly source of writer-related news, views and reviews, but also just a great catch up with two people
Six courses to start this summer
As we come to the pointy end of December, you may be feeling particularly inspired to kick some goals in the new year. The holiday period is a fantastic time to ride that burst of motivation. We’ve lined up six writing courses that you can start RIGHT NOW. All are
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