Q&A: Alternative vs alternate
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: What would YOU chop off?
This week, thanks to our friends at Madman Entertainment, we have 10 double passes up for grabs for a groundbreaking new film Loving Vincent –
Writing Podcast Episode 209 Meet Jaclyn Moriarty, author of ‘The Extremely Inconvenient Adventures of Bronte Mettlestone’
In Episode 209 of So you want to be a writer: The Book of Secrets is featured in the Kids’ Reading Guide! Discover how to write authentic
Q&A: Halloween or Hallowe’en?
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: Siptastic Literary Tea Co pack!
This week, we’re giving away something dear to many writers’ hearts – tea. And thanks to our friends at the Literary Tea Co, we have a
Writing Podcast Episode 208 Meet content writing expert Kath Walters, author of ‘Sticky Content: mastering the delicate art of content marketing’
In Episode 208 of So you want to be a writer: Discover what makes a good children’s book. We share with you a beginner’s guide to
Q&A: Swan song
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 207 We chat to actor and author Steve Bisley about his memoir ‘All the Burning Bridges’
In Episode 207 of So you want to be a writer: Learn how to write media releases. We chat about Tom Hanks’ new book ‘Uncommon Type’,
How to write a media release
A media release – also known as a press release – is the primary way for you to get your message into the hands of
COMP CLOSED: Share YOUR perfect couples!
For this week’s giveaway we have four copies of recently published suspense thriller The Perfect Couple by Lexi Landsman to be won by someone just
Writing Podcast Episode 206 Get clients as a ghostwriter
In Episode 206 of So you want to be a writer: We share tips on how to get clients as a ghostwriter. We answer the question,
Writing Podcast Episode 205 Meet executive director of NaNoWriMo Grant Faulkner, author of ‘Pep Talks for Writers’
In Episode 205 of So you want to be a writer: We unpack what should you supply a literary agent and how to world-build through your character’s
#whereiwrite: Rural fiction author Fiona Palmer
Today we’re chatting with Aussie author Fiona Palmer – about what’s on her desk and what’s on her mind regarding her latest book, Secrets Between
Q&A: Spitting or splitting image?
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
National short story competition The Hope Prize returns
The Hope Prize from the Brotherhood of St Laurence is a national short story competition that focuses on narratives of disadvantage in Australia. It’s open
COMP CLOSED: What was the best decision you ever made?
For this week’s giveaway we have three copies of the comprehensively revised and updated edition of the international bestselling The Decision Book by Mikael Krogerus
Kylie Westaway: Writing books on topics that children can relate to
By Kylie Westaway, author Whale in the Bath and Why Can’t I Be A Dinosaur? www.kyliewestaway.com To write for kids I have to put myself
Story-Fest 2017 brings poetry slam competition to Sydney
Story-Fest is happening in Sydney from 13-15 October 2017. It’s a three day-event culminating in the Australian Poetry Slam – National Final, which takes place
Meet David Leser, Australia’s finest profile writer
Since he started teaching with us at the Australian Writers’ Centre in 2015, David Leser has captivated groups with his excellent Profile Writing course. He is Australia’s
Steve Bisley book launch invitation
To celebrate the publication of All the Burning Bridges, the sequel to Stillways, Steve Bisley’s acclaimed first memoir, Bonnier and Better Read Than Dead are
Writing Podcast Episode 204 Meet internationally best seller Kate Forsyth, author of ‘Beauty in Thorns’
In Episode 204 of So you want to be a writer: You’ll meet internationally best selling author Kate Forsyth! Plus, we have a surprise guest copywriter
Q&A: Incumbent
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
Richell Prize 2017 Short List just announced
The short-list for the Richell Prize 2017 has just been announced. This is a prize for emerging writers, so it gathers quite a large number
COMP CLOSED: Describe NYC in three words!
This week, thanks to our friends at Roadshow Films, we have 10 double passes up for grabs for new film The Only Living Boy in
Writing Podcast Episode 203 Our ‘go to’ writing apps
In Episode 203 of So you want to be a writer: How to approach agents, especially when they all seem to say not accepting “unsolicited manuscripts”.
Q&A: Alternative vs alternate
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 seek out some alternative
COMP CLOSED: What would YOU chop off?
This week, thanks to our friends at Madman Entertainment, we have 10 double passes up for grabs for a groundbreaking new film Loving Vincent – opening nationwide in select cinemas from 2 November 2017. This is a film with a difference – billed as the world’s first fully oil painted
Writing Podcast Episode 209 Meet Jaclyn Moriarty, author of ‘The Extremely Inconvenient Adventures of Bronte Mettlestone’
In Episode 209 of So you want to be a writer: The Book of Secrets is featured in the Kids’ Reading Guide! Discover how to write authentic American dialogue. What you need to do to become a full time freelance writer. A creative writing fellowship at Stanford is up for grabs! Plus,
Q&A: Halloween or Hallowe’en?
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 treating ourselves to some
COMP CLOSED: Siptastic Literary Tea Co pack!
This week, we’re giving away something dear to many writers’ hearts – tea. And thanks to our friends at the Literary Tea Co, we have a special pack valued at over $100 for one lucky winner! Literary Tea Co claims to be the next best thing to having a cup of
Writing Podcast Episode 208 Meet content writing expert Kath Walters, author of ‘Sticky Content: mastering the delicate art of content marketing’
In Episode 208 of So you want to be a writer: Discover what makes a good children’s book. We share with you a beginner’s guide to NaNoWriMo as well as tips for filling up your social media as a writer. You’ll also meet content writing expert Kath Walters. Click play below
Q&A: Swan song
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 tapping our toes to
Writing Podcast Episode 207 We chat to actor and author Steve Bisley about his memoir ‘All the Burning Bridges’
In Episode 207 of So you want to be a writer: Learn how to write media releases. We chat about Tom Hanks’ new book ‘Uncommon Type’, and how one woman turned her side hustle into a career. Discover how Kelly Exeter funds her creative life. Plus, we chat to actor and
How to write a media release
A media release – also known as a press release – is the primary way for you to get your message into the hands of the media. It’s a format that journalists and editors are familiar with and, even if you pitch your idea to them over the phone or
COMP CLOSED: Share YOUR perfect couples!
For this week’s giveaway we have four copies of recently published suspense thriller The Perfect Couple by Lexi Landsman to be won by someone just like YOU. This is Lexi’s second novel – her first was The Ties that Bind in 2016. Let’s hear a little about this book. Sarah
Writing Podcast Episode 206 Get clients as a ghostwriter
In Episode 206 of So you want to be a writer: We share tips on how to get clients as a ghostwriter. We answer the question, “do cover blurbs work?”. Plus, strategies on how to write a young male protagonist when you are a female author. Click play below to listen
Writing Podcast Episode 205 Meet executive director of NaNoWriMo Grant Faulkner, author of ‘Pep Talks for Writers’
In Episode 205 of So you want to be a writer: We unpack what should you supply a literary agent and how to world-build through your character’s eyes. A new print magazine is about to launch. And you’ll meet executive director of NaNoWriMo Grant Faulkner, author of Pep Talks for Writers. Click
#whereiwrite: Rural fiction author Fiona Palmer
Today we’re chatting with Aussie author Fiona Palmer – about what’s on her desk and what’s on her mind regarding her latest book, Secrets Between Friends. She’s written eight previous bestsellers, all set on a rugged rural backdrop, but for this one, she headed to the WA coast. So hello
Q&A: Spitting or splitting image?
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 spitting and splitting images…
National short story competition The Hope Prize returns
The Hope Prize from the Brotherhood of St Laurence is a national short story competition that focuses on narratives of disadvantage in Australia. It’s open to Australian residents and has a total prize pool of $17,500. From the Brotherhood of St Laurence website: Australia is the proverbial ‘lucky country’, yet
COMP CLOSED: What was the best decision you ever made?
For this week’s giveaway we have three copies of the comprehensively revised and updated edition of the international bestselling The Decision Book by Mikael Krogerus and Roman Tschäppeler. This stylish and compact “little black book” is like your pocket-sized go-to guide to getting things done. Whether it’s planning a presentation,
Kylie Westaway: Writing books on topics that children can relate to
By Kylie Westaway, author Whale in the Bath and Why Can’t I Be A Dinosaur? www.kyliewestaway.com To write for kids I have to put myself back into the mindset of my four or five year old self, and remember what it was like to really be a child. I’ve put
Story-Fest 2017 brings poetry slam competition to Sydney
Story-Fest is happening in Sydney from 13-15 October 2017. It’s a three day-event culminating in the Australian Poetry Slam – National Final, which takes place at the Sydney Opera House on Sunday 15 October 2017. Story-Fest is organised by Word Travels, a not-for-profit arts association started by Miles Merrill who
Meet David Leser, Australia’s finest profile writer
Since he started teaching with us at the Australian Writers’ Centre in 2015, David Leser has captivated groups with his excellent Profile Writing course. He is Australia’s finest profile writer and an award-winning feature writer, having worked for publications such as The Australian, The Sydney Morning Herald, HQ, The Bulletin, Good Weekend,
Steve Bisley book launch invitation
To celebrate the publication of All the Burning Bridges, the sequel to Stillways, Steve Bisley’s acclaimed first memoir, Bonnier and Better Read Than Dead are launching the book at Leadbelly, 42 King St, Newtown NSW on Tuesday 12 October 2017, 6:00pm. Steve Bisley will be in conversation with Doctor, Doctor
Writing Podcast Episode 204 Meet internationally best seller Kate Forsyth, author of ‘Beauty in Thorns’
In Episode 204 of So you want to be a writer: You’ll meet internationally best selling author Kate Forsyth! Plus, we have a surprise guest copywriter who undertook a smart strategy 10 years ago that has kept him rolling in clients ever since. Click play below to listen to the podcast.
Q&A: Incumbent
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 felt it was incumbent
Richell Prize 2017 Short List just announced
The short-list for the Richell Prize 2017 has just been announced. This is a prize for emerging writers, so it gathers quite a large number of entries. There were 579 entries this year and the judges managed to whittle that down to these five. We know you want to know
COMP CLOSED: Describe NYC in three words!
This week, thanks to our friends at Roadshow Films, we have 10 double passes up for grabs for new film The Only Living Boy in New York – opening nationwide in select cinemas from 12 October. The film features an all-star cast including Jeff Bridges, Kate Beckinsale, Pierce Brosnan, Cynthia
Writing Podcast Episode 203 Our ‘go to’ writing apps
In Episode 203 of So you want to be a writer: How to approach agents, especially when they all seem to say not accepting “unsolicited manuscripts”. Valerie and Allison share their “go to” writing apps. You’ll discover tips on how to tailor your writing to YA readers. And, does the editing
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