How AWC courses helped Luke Rutledge get his book deal for ‘A Man And His Pride’

Luke Rutledge loves his job in communications, but was keen to scratch his creative itch. He had enjoyed writing as a child, but had stopped when life got in the way, before deciding to start again in his late 20s. After completing Novel Writing Essentials at the Australian Writers’ Centre, he started writing the manuscript for what would become A Man and His Pride – his debut novel which is out now with Penguin Random House.

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COMP CLOSED: ‘Old Babes in the Wood’ by Margaret Atwood

The author of this week’s giveaway needs no introduction. For decades the stories of award-winning author Margaret Atwood have enchanted readers. We’re giving away three copies of her latest book Old Babes in the Wood. Here’s the blurb: A highly personal new collection of stories by the bestselling, twice Booker-winning

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Q&A: Solving “whodunit” vs “whodunnit”

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 murdering the English language…

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COMP CLOSED: ‘Someone Else’s Shoes’ by Jojo Moyes

“Two women. Two lives. One day that changed everything…” This week’s giveaway book is the brand new Someone Else’s Shoes from Jojo Moyes – the international bestselling phenomenon and author of Me Before You and The Giver of Stars. We have three copies to be won – check out the

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VIDEO: Fleur Ferris on her novel ‘Seven Days’

Fleur Ferris is the author of Seven Days, Found, Risk, Wreck, and Black. She spent the first 17 years of her life growing up on a farm in Patchewollock, north-west Victoria. She then moved twenty times in twenty years.During this time, Fleur sometimes saw the darker side to life while

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Q&A: Why is a win called a “windfall”?

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 have favourable wins… Q:

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5 tips to make your business writing more effective

Whether you’re drafting emails, creating reports, or putting together presentations for your colleagues and bosses, your ability to write effectively in a business environment is critical. But with so many other tasks on your plate – not to mention tight deadlines and crammed inboxes – it’s easy to end up

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Be inspired by Shewit Belay’s journey

By Valerie Khoo Last week, I was fortunate enough to go to the opening night of the musical phenomenon Hamilton in Brisbane (thanks Rah!). If you’ve followed my podcast or social media, you’ll know that I’m a massive Hamilton fan. Sure, as one of the founding fathers of the United

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Q&A: “Stain” or “stained” glass?

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, stay glassy, San Diego… Q:

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Choosing a title for your novel

When we think about writing and then promoting a novel, sometimes it’s easy to overlook one of the greatest marketing strategies at your fingertips: a great title. Writing a title for your novel can be the first thing you do – or the very last. Some authors will come up

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COMP CLOSED: ‘The Lorikeet Tree’ by Paul Jennings

This week’s giveaway book is The Lorikeet Tree – a compelling tale from master storyteller Paul Jennings, about a sister and brother facing the hardest year of their lives and discovering the healing power of nature. Here’s a synopsis: Emily loves the bush and the native animals on her family’s

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Q&A: Where does “teacher’s pet” 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, we have pet theories… Q:

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COMP CLOSED: ‘Novelist as a Vocation’ by Haruki Markami

This week’s giveaway book comes from the master storyteller on writing and creativity, Haruki Murakami. The book is Novelist as a Vocation, and we have three copies to be won. In this engaging book, the internationally best-selling author and famously reclusive writer shares with readers what he thinks about being

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VIDEO: Kate McCaffrey on her novel Double Lives

Kate McCaffrey is author of Double Lives, her first novel for adults. She is already experienced at writing young adult novels, which include Destroying Avalon, In Ecstasy, Beautiful Monster, and more. Kate is also working in several different genres from contemporary women’s fiction to historical and middle grade books. She

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Q&A: Where does “the whole shebang” 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, we have big shebang theories…

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How AWC courses helped Luke Rutledge get his book deal for ‘A Man And His Pride’

Luke Rutledge loves his job in communications, but was keen to scratch his creative itch. He had enjoyed writing as a child, but had stopped when life got in the way, before deciding to start again in his late 20s. After completing Novel Writing Essentials at the Australian Writers’ Centre, he started writing the manuscript for what would become A Man and His Pride – his debut novel which is out now with Penguin Random House.

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