Is it always legal to snap?
Many people believe that photographing people without their knowledge or consent is an invasion of privacy and therefore against the law. However, you might be
The Richell Prize Long List 2017
It’s always exciting to see who made the Richell Prize long list, and this year is no exception. There are 20 fabulous writers on the
Q&A Rare form
Q: Hi AWC A: Hello. Are you ready to begin? Q: Absolutely! I’m rearing to go. A: Actually, if that were the case, you’d be
AWC alumna and AWC presenter in the 2017 fiction edition of The Big Issue!
It’s that time of year again. The Big Issue has released their annual fiction special. With 14 short stories, it features authors such as Paulo
Writing Podcast Episode 200 Meet Shankari Chandran, author of ‘The Barrier’
In Episode 200 of So you want to be a writer: Allison new book The Book of Secrets is out now! What is it like to be
Enter the 2017 Horne Prize for essay writing
After a successful first year, the Horne Prize for essay writing is back. This year, the prize is valued at $15,000. If you’re a keen
COMP CLOSED: Win Fifty Fifty by Candice Fox and James Patterson!
This week we’re excited to be giving away three copies of the latest collaboration between the world’s bestselling thriller writer, James Patterson, and award-winning Aussie
Writing Podcast Episode 199 What’s the difference between a structural edit, copy edit and proofread?
In Episode 199 of So you want to be a writer: Can you indie publish a professionally edited manuscript? What’s the difference between a structural edit, copy
Win $5000 and a publishing deal for your romance manuscript
Australian romance writing is heating up. And with the return of the XO Romance Prize for 2017, it’s going to get even more exciting. If
Word of the week: Asperity
Asperity (noun) [as’peruhtee] This means sharpness or harshness of temper. So you might say: “The teacher was frustrated with the Year 9 class and spoke to
Q&A: One nation?
Q: Is a country a singular or plural entity? A: Good question. After all, a nation can be both a united front but also made
Writing Podcast Episode 198 We chat to Jacqueline Harvey, author of the Alice-Miranda series
In Episode 198 of So you want to be a writer: Useful writing tips from a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and how to balance freelancing with creative writing.
COMP CLOSED: WIN What’s YOUR favourite number?
This week we’re celebrating the success of one of our AWC alumni by giving away a set of her new series of picture books –
Writing Podcast Episode 197 Is my memoir interesting enough?
In Episode 197 of So you want to be a writer: Is my memoir interesting enough? How to give feedback on horror when you don’t read
Win $5000 with ELLE magazine’s short story competition
ELLE magazine have launched their first ever writing competition (for short stories up to 4000 words). Not only is there $5000 up for grabs for
Q&A: Tricks of the trade
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 196 Meet Garry Disher, author of ‘Her’
In Episode 196 of So you want to be a writer: Take part in our awesome ‘So you want to be a writer’ community survey. The curious
COMP CLOSED: WIN What’s your favourite “-oke” word?
This week we’re giving away the new book from award-winning Australian author Sofie Laguna. Her previous novel, The Eye of the Sheep, won the prestigious
$80,000 fellowship for mid-late career authors is back!
Each year, the Copyright Council opens up its rather handsome annual Author Fellowship. This fellowship will give you the financial help you need to finish
Stella Prize 2018 now open
The Stella Prize returns! The Stella Prize celebrates women’s contribution to literature and has been awarded annually since 2014. The 2018 prize is now open
Word of the week: Comstockery
Comstockery (noun) [kom’stokuhree] According to the Macquarie Dictionary, this is: “the overzealous censorship of the fine arts and literature, often mistaking outspokenly honest works for salacious ones.”
Writing Podcast Episode 195 Do I need a travel blog?
In Episode 195 of So you want to be a writer:Do you need a travel blog to be a travel writer and tips on converting typewritten
Q&A: Plane vs plain
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 194 Meet Sophie Green, author of ‘The Inaugural Meeting of the Fairvale Ladies Book Club’
In Episode 194 of So you want to be a writer: Discover lawyers who moonlight as romance writers. The intriguing case of a crime writer arrested for
COMP CLOSED: Win double passes to “Maudie” starring Ethan Hawke
Thanks to Transmission Films, we have 10 double passes to Maudie starring Sally Hawkins in the title role and Ethan Hawke as her initially reluctant
Is it always legal to snap?
Many people believe that photographing people without their knowledge or consent is an invasion of privacy and therefore against the law. However, you might be surprised to learn that leaving aside the moral issues that this might raise, in Australia it is (on the face of it) perfectly legal. This
The Richell Prize Long List 2017
It’s always exciting to see who made the Richell Prize long list, and this year is no exception. There are 20 fabulous writers on the list – and AWC alumnus Michelle Barraclough is on there with her work, As I Am. The Richell Prize has been running for 3 years
Q&A Rare form
Q: Hi AWC A: Hello. Are you ready to begin? Q: Absolutely! I’m rearing to go. A: Actually, if that were the case, you’d be “raring to go”. Q: Really? A: Really. Q: “Raring”? What even IS that? I’ve only heard of “rare” – and never as a verb. A:
AWC alumna and AWC presenter in the 2017 fiction edition of The Big Issue!
It’s that time of year again. The Big Issue has released their annual fiction special. With 14 short stories, it features authors such as Paulo Coelho, Matthew Reilly and AWC alumna Anna Spargo-Ryan. Plus AWC presenter Nick Earls was a judge for this edition. Talk about an all-star cast! From
Writing Podcast Episode 200 Meet Shankari Chandran, author of ‘The Barrier’
In Episode 200 of So you want to be a writer: Allison new book The Book of Secrets is out now! What is it like to be Obama’s speechwriter? Discover more apps to help with your writing and social media tips for authors. Your chance to win a copy of the latest
Enter the 2017 Horne Prize for essay writing
After a successful first year, the Horne Prize for essay writing is back. This year, the prize is valued at $15,000. If you’re a keen essayist, this is your chance to shine. The competition is now open and accepting essays of up to 3000 words. Like last year, this year’s
COMP CLOSED: Win Fifty Fifty by Candice Fox and James Patterson!
This week we’re excited to be giving away three copies of the latest collaboration between the world’s bestselling thriller writer, James Patterson, and award-winning Aussie crime-writing sensation, Candice Fox. The book is Fifty Fifty – the sequel to last year’s hugely successful Never Never. Pick up with kickass Detective Harriet
Writing Podcast Episode 199 What’s the difference between a structural edit, copy edit and proofread?
In Episode 199 of So you want to be a writer: Can you indie publish a professionally edited manuscript? What’s the difference between a structural edit, copy edit and proofread? Plus: with multiple submissions, should you mention in your pitch that you’re submitting to other publishers? Click play below to listen to
Win $5000 and a publishing deal for your romance manuscript
Australian romance writing is heating up. And with the return of the XO Romance Prize for 2017, it’s going to get even more exciting. If you’re an Australian romance writer with an unpublished manuscript, the XO Romance Prize will be right up your alley. What’s up for grabs? There’s a
Word of the week: Asperity
Asperity (noun) [as’peruhtee] This means sharpness or harshness of temper. So you might say: “The teacher was frustrated with the Year 9 class and spoke to them with asperity.” Listen to Valerie and Allison chat more about this and more on the world of writing, blogging and publishing.
Q&A: One nation?
Q: Is a country a singular or plural entity? A: Good question. After all, a nation can be both a united front but also made up of millions of people. Q: Exactly! So, is it “Australia play Thailand in the next soccer qualifier” or “Australia PLAYS Thailand”? A: Well, it
Writing Podcast Episode 198 We chat to Jacqueline Harvey, author of the Alice-Miranda series
In Episode 198 of So you want to be a writer: Useful writing tips from a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and how to balance freelancing with creative writing. Freelance writing skills you can use to write your novel and Google’s most-searched “how-to” questions capture all the magic and struggle of being human. What writing for
COMP CLOSED: WIN What’s YOUR favourite number?
This week we’re celebrating the success of one of our AWC alumni by giving away a set of her new series of picture books – the ideal gift for the tiniest person in your life. This five-book series by Shelly Unwin is aimed at readers from age one right up
Writing Podcast Episode 197 Is my memoir interesting enough?
In Episode 197 of So you want to be a writer: Is my memoir interesting enough? How to give feedback on horror when you don’t read it. Which laptop should I buy? Click play below to listen to the podcast. You can also listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Stitcher Radio.
Win $5000 with ELLE magazine’s short story competition
ELLE magazine have launched their first ever writing competition (for short stories up to 4000 words). Not only is there $5000 up for grabs for the winner, their story will also be published in the January 2018 edition of ELLE. From the ELLE website: We’re on the lookout for fiction’s
Q&A: Tricks of the trade
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 learning the tricks of
Writing Podcast Episode 196 Meet Garry Disher, author of ‘Her’
In Episode 196 of So you want to be a writer: Take part in our awesome ‘So you want to be a writer’ community survey. The curious case of whether someone scammed a book’s way onto The New York Times Bestseller List. Plus, how to find time to write and cool character
COMP CLOSED: WIN What’s your favourite “-oke” word?
This week we’re giving away the new book from award-winning Australian author Sofie Laguna. Her previous novel, The Eye of the Sheep, won the prestigious Miles Franklin Literary Award in 2015 – and her latest is The Choke. The Choke is a haunting novel about a child navigating a dark
$80,000 fellowship for mid-late career authors is back!
Each year, the Copyright Council opens up its rather handsome annual Author Fellowship. This fellowship will give you the financial help you need to finish that project. After all, authors have to eat, pay the bill and all those other things required by mere mortals. From the Copyright Council website:
Stella Prize 2018 now open
The Stella Prize returns! The Stella Prize celebrates women’s contribution to literature and has been awarded annually since 2014. The 2018 prize is now open for entries and the winner will receive $50,000. What is the Stella Prize and how did it come about? From the website: “Dreams of the
Word of the week: Comstockery
Comstockery (noun) [kom’stokuhree] According to the Macquarie Dictionary, this is: “the overzealous censorship of the fine arts and literature, often mistaking outspokenly honest works for salacious ones.” And it is named after Anthony Comstock, a US moralist. So you might say “The conservative lobby encouraged comstockery when they were deciding on which
Writing Podcast Episode 195 Do I need a travel blog?
In Episode 195 of So you want to be a writer:Do you need a travel blog to be a travel writer and tips on converting typewritten pages into Word documents. Plus: should you mention to publishers when you’re submitting that you have other manuscripts underway? Click play below to listen to
Q&A: Plane vs plain
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 keeping it plain and
Writing Podcast Episode 194 Meet Sophie Green, author of ‘The Inaugural Meeting of the Fairvale Ladies Book Club’
In Episode 194 of So you want to be a writer: Discover lawyers who moonlight as romance writers. The intriguing case of a crime writer arrested for alleged murder, plus short story writing tips from Cathie Tasker. And meet Sophie Green, author of The Inaugural Meeting of the Fairvale Ladies Book Club.
COMP CLOSED: Win double passes to “Maudie” starring Ethan Hawke
Thanks to Transmission Films, we have 10 double passes to Maudie starring Sally Hawkins in the title role and Ethan Hawke as her initially reluctant employer. This beautifully shot biopic tells the story of Maud Lewis – a Canadian folk artist living on Nova Scotia in the mid-20th century. Check
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