Rachel Funari Prize for Fiction 2017
The Rachel Funari Prize for Fiction is back for 2017! This competition is open to women, female-identifying and non-binary writers and is hosted by Lip
Writing Podcast Episode 159 Meet Penelope Janu, author of ‘In at the Deep End’
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: Do I need an overseas literary agent? And meet Penelope Janu, author of In at
Q&A: Espresso or expresso?
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 158 Meet Carole Wilkinson, author of the Dragonkeeper series.
In Episode 158 of So you want to be a writer: 5 ways to find time to write. Learn the differences between crime, mystery and thriller
COMP CLOSED: Win “Crimson Lake” by Candice Fox!
This week we’re excited to give you the opportunity to win the latest thriller by an Australian author who’s definitely on the rise – Candice
At my desk: Gabrielle Tozer
This is the column where we break into authors’ homes and have a look through their desks while holding a mini torch in our mouth.
5 ways to tell if you’re writing Middle Grade or Young Adult fiction
By Allison Rushby I had one of those dilemmas only writerly-types can have. I knew what I wanted my next story to be about. I
Writing Podcast Episode 157 Has someone stolen my work?
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: Do I need to visit a place I write about? Has someone stolen my work?
Q&A: Forgo or forego?
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 156 Meet Caroline Baum, author of ‘Only: A Singular Memoir’
In Episode 156 of So you want to be a writer: Lessons from a debut novelist’s journey in book marketing, beliefs that will hold you back as
COMP CLOSED: Create the best caption and WIN!
This week’s giveaway book is Making Sense by David Crystal – covering “the glamorous story of English grammar”. An interesting read for anyone who loves
Writing Podcast Episode 155 How do I write my back cover blurb?
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: How do I write my back cover blurb? Am I a prolific writer? Got a
Alison Evans discusses their new book, “Ida”
Today we’re chatting with author Alison Evans about their new YA book, titled Ida. So, in honour of them being the co-editor of Melbourne zine
Word of the week: Halcyon
Halcyon (adjective) [halseeuhn] It’s one of those words that many people find hard to pronounce. But once you master it, you can use it freely to
Writing Podcast Episode 154 We chat to Hilary Spiers, author of ‘Love, Lies and Linguine’
In Episode 154 of So you want to be a writer: Make writing part of your daily life with the Creative Writing Bootcamp, discover Oxford Dictionary’s
“I got published!”: AWC alumni in Good Weekend, Marie Claire, SMH and Virgin Voyeur
Having a feature article published is no mean feat. Which is why we always make sure to give shoutouts to our AWC alumni who have
Q&A: Others vs other’s vs others’
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: Win double passes to “David Stratton: A Cinematic Life”!
To celebrate the Oscars which were held this week, we thought it apt to also celebrate the father of all things cinema in Australia –
Word of the week: Verisimilitude
Verisimilitude (noun) [ver-uh-si-mil-i-tood, -tyood] This suggestion for Word of the Week comes from Brooke. According to the Macquarie Dictionary, it means: “something having merely the
Writing Podcast Episode 153 Do you need an agent?
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: Should I get an agent if I can negotiate myself? How do I respond to
“I got published!”: French cruising, unusual homes, bodybuilding and Lake Paika
They say “The best is yet to come.” We say we already have the best right in front of us! Our AWC graduates continue to
The State Library of Victoria Fellowships 2017-18 are open
The State Library of Victoria has just opened up its fellowship applications for 2017-18! And we’re seriously excited for the opportunities for writers of all
Q&A: Is “sponsee” a word?
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 152 Meet David Crystal, author of ‘Making Sense: The Glamorous Story of English Grammar’
In Episode 152 of So you want to be a writer: Breathe magazine launches and Yen mag closes. Discover some great tips on how to
Catherine Pelosi: From boring office job to book deal
AWC courses completed:
Become a Children’s Author (Writing Books for Children and Young Adults)
Copywriting Essentials
Travel Writing
Become a Children’s Author (Writing Books for Children and Young Adults)
Copywriting Essentials
Travel Writing
Catherine Pelosi dreamt of becoming a children’s book author and, after completing a course at the Australian Writers’ Centre, has now released her first novel – with more already on the way.
Rachel Funari Prize for Fiction 2017
The Rachel Funari Prize for Fiction is back for 2017! This competition is open to women, female-identifying and non-binary writers and is hosted by Lip Magazine with the winner taking home a $1,500 cash prize and extra bonuses like a 12-month online subscription to Books + Publishing! That’s pretty cool.
Writing Podcast Episode 159 Meet Penelope Janu, author of ‘In at the Deep End’
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: Do I need an overseas literary agent? And meet Penelope Janu, author of In at the Deep End. Got a question for Val and Al? Ask at podcast [at] writerscentre [dot] com [dot] au Click play below to listen to
Q&A: Espresso or expresso?
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’ve requested express delivery of
Writing Podcast Episode 158 Meet Carole Wilkinson, author of the Dragonkeeper series.
In Episode 158 of So you want to be a writer: 5 ways to find time to write. Learn the differences between crime, mystery and thriller novels. How an author used Google Street View and YouTube to write her novel. Find out how you could win a copy of Candice Fox’s
COMP CLOSED: Win “Crimson Lake” by Candice Fox!
This week we’re excited to give you the opportunity to win the latest thriller by an Australian author who’s definitely on the rise – Candice Fox. Her book Never, Never (a collaboration with none other than James Patterson) hit the top of the New York Times Best Sellers lists earlier
At my desk: Gabrielle Tozer
This is the column where we break into authors’ homes and have a look through their desks while holding a mini torch in our mouth. Okay, no, that’s not true. We actually have a civil chat with them about their writing space, writing habits and their latest books. So, first
5 ways to tell if you’re writing Middle Grade or Young Adult fiction
By Allison Rushby I had one of those dilemmas only writerly-types can have. I knew what I wanted my next story to be about. I had a loose plot and a list of all the things I couldn’t wait to include (tea! buns! ivy! Victorian cemeteries! a talking fox!). I
Writing Podcast Episode 157 Has someone stolen my work?
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: Do I need to visit a place I write about? Has someone stolen my work? Got a question for Val and Al? Ask at podcast [at] writerscentre [dot] com [dot] au Click play below to listen to the podcast. You
Q&A: Forgo or forego?
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 decide to forgo the
Writing Podcast Episode 156 Meet Caroline Baum, author of ‘Only: A Singular Memoir’
In Episode 156 of So you want to be a writer: Lessons from a debut novelist’s journey in book marketing, beliefs that will hold you back as a freelance writer, and what to include in your author bio on your website. You’ll meet Caroline Baum, author of Only: A Singular Memoir. Plus,
COMP CLOSED: Create the best caption and WIN!
This week’s giveaway book is Making Sense by David Crystal – covering “the glamorous story of English grammar”. An interesting read for anyone who loves words and their origins (no Valerie Khoo, you can’t enter!). To win a copy of this book, we thought we’d ask you to make sense
Writing Podcast Episode 155 How do I write my back cover blurb?
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: How do I write my back cover blurb? Am I a prolific writer? Got a question for Val and Al? Ask at podcast [at] writerscentre [dot] com [dot] au Click play below to listen to the podcast. You can also
Alison Evans discusses their new book, “Ida”
Today we’re chatting with author Alison Evans about their new YA book, titled Ida. So, in honour of them being the co-editor of Melbourne zine Concrete Queers and a lover of bad movies, we will be conducting this interview while sitting on a concrete wall and balancing on our head
Word of the week: Halcyon
Halcyon (adjective) [halseeuhn] It’s one of those words that many people find hard to pronounce. But once you master it, you can use it freely to mean “peaceful, gentle or carefree”. Like “Remember the halcyon days of your childhood when you lived on the farm?” To hear Valerie and Allison chat
Writing Podcast Episode 154 We chat to Hilary Spiers, author of ‘Love, Lies and Linguine’
In Episode 154 of So you want to be a writer: Make writing part of your daily life with the Creative Writing Bootcamp, discover Oxford Dictionary’s new words, and learn how to be more creative in 10 minutes a day. Impress your friends by casually dropping “halcyon” into your conversations. You’ll
“I got published!”: AWC alumni in Good Weekend, Marie Claire, SMH and Virgin Voyeur
Having a feature article published is no mean feat. Which is why we always make sure to give shoutouts to our AWC alumni who have done remarkably well. Here’s some of their amazing work splashing the pages of Good Weekend, Marie Claire, SMH and Virgin Australia Voyeur. We’re proud as
Q&A: Others vs other’s vs others’
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 playing well with others…
COMP CLOSED: Win double passes to “David Stratton: A Cinematic Life”!
To celebrate the Oscars which were held this week, we thought it apt to also celebrate the father of all things cinema in Australia – David Stratton. His new film, David Stratton: A Cinematic Life will be released on 9 March 2017 and thanks to Transmission Films we have 10
Word of the week: Verisimilitude
Verisimilitude (noun) [ver-uh-si-mil-i-tood, -tyood] This suggestion for Word of the Week comes from Brooke. According to the Macquarie Dictionary, it means: “something having merely the appearance of truth.” So you might say …”Although the musical The Book of Mormon does have some verisimilitude, it does not accurately portray what really
Writing Podcast Episode 153 Do you need an agent?
In this minisode of So you want to be a writer: Should I get an agent if I can negotiate myself? How do I respond to friends who don’t think I’m a real writer when I write children’s books? Got a question for Val and Al? Ask at podcast [at] writerscentre
“I got published!”: French cruising, unusual homes, bodybuilding and Lake Paika
They say “The best is yet to come.” We say we already have the best right in front of us! Our AWC graduates continue to make us proud as they take the freelance writing world by storm. #braggingrights Drumroll please… presenting some of our outstanding grads and their recent accomplishments:
The State Library of Victoria Fellowships 2017-18 are open
The State Library of Victoria has just opened up its fellowship applications for 2017-18! And we’re seriously excited for the opportunities for writers of all genres – fiction and non-fiction. Like previous years, there’s a whole bunch of fellowships, some specifically for writers, some are open to all creatives, so
Q&A: Is “sponsee” a word?
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 seeking a sponsee… Q: Hi
Writing Podcast Episode 152 Meet David Crystal, author of ‘Making Sense: The Glamorous Story of English Grammar’
In Episode 152 of So you want to be a writer: Breathe magazine launches and Yen mag closes. Discover some great tips on how to write historical fiction and learn a neat trick for dealing with research for multiple articles. Meet the dynamic and engaging David Crystal, author of Making
Catherine Pelosi: From boring office job to book deal
AWC courses completed:
Become a Children’s Author (Writing Books for Children and Young Adults)
Copywriting Essentials
Travel Writing
Become a Children’s Author (Writing Books for Children and Young Adults)
Copywriting Essentials
Travel Writing
Catherine Pelosi dreamt of becoming a children’s book author and, after completing a course at the Australian Writers’ Centre, has now released her first novel – with more already on the way.
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