What’s it like to learn with AWC?

I've always wanted to write but felt overwhelmed by how to get started. When I saw the course outline for Creative Writing Stage 1, I decided to just give it a go and see what came out of it.

I loved the way feedback was provided. Having someone read out what I had written provided me with an understanding of how someone else might read my words on a page.

The tutor was fabulous! She gave great feedback whether it was for something done well or something I could work on.

I loved that I wasn't doing this alone.

I learned that I can actually write something people find interesting and there may be a possibility of doing something with my writing in the future. I felt completely supported!

Do it! You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

Thank you and I can't wait to join more courses.

Margaret was great and gave everyone good feedback. Always positive and making sure to point out what she thought worked and what did not in a constructive way.

A great first step towards getting more confident as a writer.

Thank you!

I found it really useful in terms of the building blocks of writing - character, setting, scene etc. I found the feedback provided very helpful, not just that provided to me, but to other students as well.

I enjoyed the interaction with other writers and reading their work.

I'm still waiting for some aspects to gel, but I understand much more fully what is involved in writing a novel.

I'd say that the course I completed was very helpful in developing my craft as a writer. I found engaging with other students really helpful and the course helped improve my confidence in my ability.

Top class information and delivery through video lessons with Valerie and interviewing a professional travel writer with great tips!

All the practical information and behind the scenes lifestyle of a professional writer. It's like going on a virtual world tour, enjoying the ride, and ready to take flight to amazing destinations!

The course content and delivery are beyond expectation. Great tips and pitfalls of travel articles through many practical examples, including the last module 18 of Valerie's insights and personal experiences.

Highly recommended for anyone who's considering a career as a travel writer. Valerie is a great presenter and all the modules are well structured.

Pamela is an excellent teacher - clear, concise, articulate. She makes use of relevant practical examples to support her explanations. Pamela is always easy to listen to.

This was just what I needed to help with my writing. It answered questions that I didn't even know I should be asking!

The Australian Writers' Centre is an excellent place for sound content and teaching about writing from creative, to children's books, to copywriting, to murder mysteries. The eclectic list of courses is amazing.

I loved the video chats between Valerie and the travel writer and her quick video tips while on travel writing trips. I felt the mixture of video and handouts kept the course entertaining and engaging.

I'm a content copy writer for a tourism and events organisation and often write listicles. However, it was great to be reminded of the fundamentals, given practical advice and to revisit certain aspects, like coming up with fresh hooks and intriguing angles and the art of pitching to magazines and newspapers, and to people who don't know me. The course also got my creative juices flowing again. I needed inspiration and this happened to me during the course.

The Australian Writers' Centre is great for beginner writers and for experienced ones, too. You can never learn too much. People who want a career in copy writing and freelance journalism will also benefit. The courses provide a mixture of practical and creative advice in easy-to-digest modules, including handouts and videos. Nothing beats actually writing or coming up with ideas but these courses get you thinking, provide lots of inspiration and point you in the right direction.

Cathie was respectfully constructive in her criticism. I liked the fact Cathie didn't sugar coat things if there was an issue. I enjoyed watching improvement in my skill.

The Australian Writers' Centre has the online platform down pat; it was easy to navigate and was well set out. The online course was well constructed and, in a short time, there was a lot of learning.

I was using Scrivener and had written two chapters but felt that I was missing out on some of the functions.

I had no hesitations enrolling in this course because I had completed a few other AWC courses and knew that they were very always clear, targeted and well set out for an optimum learning experience.

I appreciated how Natasha would reinforce learning from previous videos incidentally as she moved through new concepts.

I will be starting my project anew - transferring research and chapters - with much greater confidence that I'm heading in the right direction.

The course was very well presented, and easy to follow. Michelle's presentation style was clear, engaging, and to the point.

It has given me a clearer direction for creating and maintaining a suitable personal website. The insights around how to present a website for an unpublished author were very helpful.

This particular course is good value - well worth doing.

Grammar and punctuation have always been the weakest part of my editing skills. I relied on my instincts but didn't know the rules.

Everything in the course was explained simply and clearly. I have awareness of the rules now.

If you never got grammar and punctuation in school, this course will teach you everything you missed.

This was so inspirational. It took me a while to complete the challenges, but they were interesting, tested my mettle and activated another part of my brain. Writing is now a daily practice. Thank you, Kate!

Kate made a statement to the effect, "You never know what words you might write which could heal the pain in another's heart." That really resonated with me.

I absolutely would recommend the AWC. A great range of courses at very reasonable rates. It's great to see how many authors go on to be published after doing these courses.

Pamela is always a clear presenter, making the content entertaining and easy to understand and apply.

I'm now clearer that my story should be written with flashbacks rather than dual timeline.

Chock full of useful information explained simply and clearly with supporting examples. Showed me where my weaknesses are and, more importantly, how to correct them.

If you are serious about learning the craft of writing, enrol in AWC courses.

AWC has always provided high-quality courses and so I knew that this course would also be both beneficial and high-quality.

It was well-presented and informative. Easy to listen to and a very clear outline of the steps to follow to publish on Kindle. The steps of how to upload were clear and made me feel as though it is achievable even if I am not 'tech savvy'.

The Australian Writers' Centre is the best place to go to find out everything that you need to inspire your writing and to guide you through all of the stages. The courses offer value that far outweighs the monetary cost!

I'm planning a 'silver gap year' in 2024 and was looking for a way to share my experiences with others. I needed some knowledge about how to write successfully.

The course is very well-paced. I appreciated the modular approach and the detailed information and handouts. Knowing how experienced Valerie is meant her presentation was a warts-and-all approach which I appreciated. Hearing from other successful writers was also useful.

I have a much greater understanding of what's involved in travel writing, how to go about it and will definitely pitch my ideas to editors now. Without the course, I would never have done that.

I love the way Bernadette provides bespoke feedback and that we get to listen in on others feedback; it's hugely helpful.

I can do this and I am good at this!

I appreciated the amount of work that has gone in behind the scenes to prepare and record the material to such a high quality.

Of all the courses I have done in my life (on any topic), those offered by AWC are by far the highest quality. Each lecture is packed with relevant information. So much thought has gone into the material and pitching it at the right level. They seem to genuinely want to produce better writers. The passion and dedication shines through.

Chapter books are so hot in the market right now. I write picture books so am clear on that structure, but was seeking clarification on the characteristics of a chapter book, and how to go about writing them.

It was so helpful that Lesley used real chapter books as examples to illustrate different characteristics. They were helpful in providing clarification and to build a reading list. I also enjoyed the comparisons to picture books and middle grade novels, which gave me insight into the market.

I've been wanting to explore chapter books for a while, and thanks to this course I have a clear idea of how to start. Rather than putting it on my 'one day' list, I'm getting started today!

AWC courses are clearly presented by industry professionals. They avoid 'fluff' and get straight down to business, respecting our busy schedules. The courses offer insights that are simply not available through individual or online research.

Lesley was an authentic and inspiring presenter. I'd definitely come back for more courses with her!

I was at a crossroads with what direction to take in my writing and needed 'detangling'. The course gave me a new focus and who can resist Valerie's motivation?!

I loved all the practical tips. It's given me direction to start my book.

If you're looking for inspiration and practical strategies, the Australian Writers' Centre has lots of courses to help you start your creative journey or build on your writing skills.