How to find, build and maintain one… Writing might be a solitary pursuit but with the support of a good writing group you need never feel alone! In March, I’m running a session at Writers Victoria that explores the practical …
Creative writing competition Congratulations Stephen Kingsnorth for being the December winner of our creative writing competition! His poem, Strictly Speaking, conveys a palpable sense of movement and life, and is a joy to read. For more of Stephen’s poems, visit …
How to write an elevator pitch for your novel This week I pitched my first YA manuscript to a publisher at one of the ASA’s Literary Speed Dating sessions. Yep, the very same YA manuscript I wrapped up recently as …
Australian Society of Authors and Writers Centres This week I wrapped up an Australian Society of Authors mentorship I was awarded at the beginning of this year to develop my first YA novel. AND, I can happily announce, I also …
Do you have an idea for a great story? Or, maybe you’ve even had a go at writing a first draft but got stuck along the way?! I think I can help… I’m looking for beta-users to test my online …
Thank Freak Melbourne libraries have reopened! It’s official… Melbourne libraries reopened this week, and personally I was at the front of the queue waiting to be let in. It’s been a long time between visits. A long time between browsing …
Breaking News: Local writers series Moreland City Library is running a Local Writers Series! This new initiative is a great great way to hear from local authors and to pick up literary tips and tricks. I’m thrilled to be the …
National Novel Writing Month National Novel Writing Month, AKA NaNoWriMo, is on NOW! So, if you’re a novelist or an aspiring one, it’s time to get your skates on and register for this auspicious event. But November is already partially …
Hey Melbourne, WE DID IT! We survived 112 days of lockdown… a momentous achievement, evident in the fact the state was willing to rename last Friday’s AFL Grand Final Day public holiday as Thank You Day (*but only for 2020). …
As writers, we’re generally pretty good at getting words on paper but often flail a little when it comes to the business-end of the deal. You know what I’m talking about, social media, marketing, building your author profile… Stuff that …
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