Creative writing courses | Online, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane

Discover how a creative writing course at AWC can change your life.

Whether your goal is to write bestselling fiction, stories for children, a memoir or to simply explore your creativity – you'll find the ideal course here.

Learn online (from anywhere!), or in our Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth classrooms.

Our core creative writing path gives you the foundations for writing compelling adult fiction – taking you from the seed of a story idea to a completed manuscript.

Explore an area of interest with Genre and Fiction Essentials. And gain extra knowledge and motivation with the Publishing and Writers' Toolkit courses.

Creative Writing Stage 1, Novel Writing Essentials and Write Your Novel

FICTION

Picture Books, Chapter Books, Writing for Children and YA

KIDS AND YOUNG ADULTS

Dialogue, Characters. Grammar, Short Stories and more

FICTION TECHNIQUES

Everything you need to know about the publishing industry

INSIDE PUBLISHING

Motivation, Time Management, Scrivener and more

WRITERS' TOOLKIT

The core creative writing path

Learn the foundations of compelling stories with these creative writing courses.

Creative Writing Stage 1

Discover the secrets to writing compelling fiction.
Develop characters, scenes, dialogue and more.
Learn the nuts and bolts of the art of writing.

Foundation

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$450

Starts this week

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Writing Workout

Complete exercises to strengthen your writing muscles.
Receive tutor guidance on your fiction techniques.
Write, write and write!

Development

6 fortnights online LIVE
with tutor

$595

18 January 2022

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Novel Writing Essentials

Write the first 20,000 words of your novel.
Become a stronger writer with group workshopping.
Give your opening chapters the best possible start.

Intermediate

8-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$695

Starts this week

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Write Your Novel

Workshop your way to a completed draft.
Iron out structural flaws and master techniques.
Achieve your dream of writing a novel.

Advanced

$2295

Edit Your Novel

Shape your story into its brilliant final form
Receive powerful editing techniques and guidance
Workshop your manuscript with experienced writers

Advanced

6-month online program
with tutor

$495
per month

Starts this week

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Courses for kids and teens

Creative Writing Quest for Kids

Encourage your child's love of writing with this creative adventure.
Write a complete 800-word story.
Receive feedback from a bestselling author.

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$245

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Teenage Creative Writers’ Program

Discover the key skills for creating compelling stories.
Receive feedback and guidance from an award-winning author.
Learn creative techniques that can be easily applied at school.

10-week online course
with tutor and feedback

15 November 2021

Booked out
(New date available)

Writing books for younger readers

Discover how to write for children of all ages.

Writing Picture Books

Create magical stories for the youngest of readers.
Discover the themes that kids (and publishers) adore.
Explore your creativity in a supportive environment.

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$450

Starts this week

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How to Write for Children and Young Adults

Learn how to write books for ages 8-18.
Create compelling characters readers will love.
Gain a blueprint for succeeding in this market.

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$450

Starts this week

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Writing Chapter Books for 6-9 year olds

Discover how to create your own book series.
Understand the story themes that resonate.
Uncover the tricks to keep young readers hooked.

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$245 $177 SALE

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Laugh Out Loud

Learn how to craft funny stories for kids.
Develop your own brand of humour.
Receive feedback from a bestselling author.

$ $ SALE

Writing Picture Books Masterclass

Learn how to structurally edit your manuscript.
Tighten your story's prose, patterning and rhythm.
Perfect your pitch before approaching publishers.

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$345

6 December 2021

Fiction Techniques

Enhance your skills with advanced literary techniques.

Romance Writing

Learn to write a romance novel readers will love.
Develop your ideas to suit the romance market.
Gain clarity on the best publishing route to take.

Online self-paced course

$345 $237 SALE

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Historical Fiction

Develop your research skills and methods.
Create believable and historically accurate characters.
Learn how to craft a captivating story set in the past.

Online self-paced course

$245 $177 SALE

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Short Story Essentials

Learn the secrets of compelling short fiction.
Create a gripping narrative with great pace.
Receive a personalised assessment on your 2500-word story!

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$375 $257 SALE

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Creative Non-fiction

Learn how to write page-turning true stories.
Master the art of creative non-fiction techniques.
Discover your unique and distinctive narrative voice.

Online self-paced course

$395 $277 SALE

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Anatomy of a Crime: How to Write About Murder

Tips from #1 NY Times bestselling author Candice Fox.
Delve into the grisly side of fiction.
Bring your scenes to life with authentic crime details.

Online self-paced course

$245 $167 SALE

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Fiction Essentials: CHARACTERS

Engage readers through your cast of characters.
Use character development to create narrative tension.
Complete exercises to cement your new skills.

Online self-paced course

$195 $137 SALE

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Fiction Essentials: DIALOGUE

Discover how to write compelling conversations.
Learn how to use dialogue to drive your story forward.
Complete exercises to ensure your dialogue is authentic.

Online self-paced course

$195 $137 SALE

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Fiction Essentials: GRAMMAR AND PUNCTUATION

Master the art of punctuating dialogue correctly.
Know how to avoid common formatting and style mistakes.
Complete exercises and quizzes to reinforce your skills.

Online self-paced course

$195 $137 SALE

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The Story Doctor Structurally edit your manuscript so it shines. Refine your novel's dialogue, description and imagery. Learn from bestselling author Kate Forsyth.	5 evenings online LIVE with tutor $695 To be announced	See More
Fantasy, Science Fiction and More Get advice on structuring your story across a series. Create an original and believable world. Immerse yourself in the art of "spec fic".	5 evenings online LIVE with tutor $495 Starts this week Bookings close soon	See More
Life Writing Feel empowered to find your unique voice. Bring your experiences to life on the page. Learn from Australia's leading memoir teacher.	6 mornings online LIVE with tutor 15 January 2022 Booked out	See More
History, Mystery and Magic Learn how to write a successful cross-genre story. Explore unique narrative patterns and structures. Stir your readers' imagination with vivid storytelling.	5 evenings online LIVE with tutor $495 Starts this week Bookings close soon	See More
Crime and Thriller Writing Increase your narrative tension and suspense. Create intriguing characters that hook your reader. Learn the essentials of this insanely popular genre.	5 evenings online LIVE with tutor $495 Starts this week Bookings close soon	See More
Plotting and Planning Discover the 7 basic plots you need to know. Turn a story idea into a well-structured plan. Create a plot that keeps readers engrossed.	2 evenings online LIVE with tutor $295 $205 SALE Starts this week Bookings close soon	See More