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Bringing Characters to Life with Amy Lovat
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
Bringing Characters to Life with Amy Lovat
Explore the fundamentals of character and dialogue so you can work on driving the narrative forward.
Children’s Books Writing Course with Belinda Murrell
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
Children’s Books Writing Course with Belinda Murrell
Author Belinda Murrell provides feedback on writing for children, enabling you to hone your skills over five months.
Creative Non-Fiction Course with Zoya Patel
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
Creative Non-Fiction Course with Zoya Patel
Zoya Patel will provide feedback on your essays and creative non-fiction, enabling you to hone your skills
Poetry Feedback Course with Ivy Ireland
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
Poetry Feedback Course with Ivy Ireland
Poet Ivy Ireland will provide feedback on your poetry, enabling you to hone your skills over five months.
History Week at SMSA | Let's talk about Louisa Lawson
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts
Talks, courses & workshops
History Week at SMSA | Let's talk about Louisa Lawson
More than Henry's mother
5 years on from Covid: Lessons from history
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts
Talks, courses & workshops
5 years on from Covid: Lessons from history
Lessons from past health crises and the future of global health
A Little Bit of Lip
Bondi Pavilion
Theatre, dance & film
A Little Bit of Lip
Phyllis Foundis presents a flirty fusion of stories and talk show where the guest star could be you
EVENT CANCELLED Online Feedback: Manuscript Development
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
EVENT CANCELLED Online Feedback: Manuscript Development
Do you have a draft manuscript of adult fiction or memoir? Are you looking for feedback and tips to improve your work?
Online Feedback: Short Stories
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
Online Feedback: Short Stories
Author Eugen Bacon will provide feedback on your short fiction, enabling you to hone your skills over three months.
Book Launch | The Fog by Brooke Hardwick
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts
Talks, courses & workshops
Book Launch | The Fog by Brooke Hardwick
Debut 'destination thriller' novel set on the sinister Rathlin Island off the coast of Ireland.
Hugh Mackay in conversation with Catherine du Peloux Menagé
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts
Talks, courses & workshops
Hugh Mackay in conversation with Catherine du Peloux Menagé
Hugh Mackay and Catherine Du Peloux Menagé tease apart his latest book, The Way We are.
Online: Nature Writing
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Online: Nature Writing
This online nature writing course is ideal for fiction and non-fiction writers with a passion for the natural world.
Speculative Fiction Writing Workshop
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Speculative Fiction Writing Workshop
A workshop that will leave you with the skills and confidence to make your speculative fiction work stand out.
Unleash your Creativity
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Unleash your Creativity
A workshop that will leave you feeling energised and ready to take on your next creative writing project.
Nardi Simpson: The Belburd
Bondi Pavilion
Talks, courses & workshops
Nardi Simpson: The Belburd
Join us for the launch of this masterfully woven novel about creation, belonging, and the precious fragility of life.
Readers – Books and Conversation with Ailsa Piper
Petersham Bowling Club
Theatre, dance & film
Readers – Books and Conversation with Ailsa Piper
A monthly series with authors about their latest work, their body of work, writing process and ideas that inspire them.
Creative Non-Fiction Writing Course
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Creative Non-Fiction Writing Course
Delve into the world of creative non-fiction, try new techniques, and receive feedback in a supportive setting.
Writing and Revising Short Stories
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Writing and Revising Short Stories
A one-week online course with award-winning author Roanna Gonsalves to enhance your understanding of the short story.
Louis Nowra on Sydney: A Biography
Waverley Library
Theatre, dance & film
Louis Nowra on Sydney: A Biography
An insightful exploration of Sydney's rich history and diverse culture
Reclaimed: Seth Haddon Book Launch
Sydney
Community & causes
Reclaimed: Seth Haddon Book Launch
Celebrate the release of a trans fantasy romance
Mental Health Week: Breaking the silence
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts
Talks, courses & workshops
Mental Health Week: Breaking the silence
There is power in conversations, particularly when it comes to the topic of mental health and wellbeing.
In conversation with Michael Robotham
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts
Talks, courses & workshops
In conversation with Michael Robotham
A fun and engaging conversation about his latest novel 'Storm Child'
Reading Like a Writer
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Reading Like a Writer
A workshop on what we can learn from reading stories closely, with an eye and ear for craft.
Nardi Simpson in conversation with Ryan Butta
Sydney Mechanics School of Arts
Talks, courses & workshops
Nardi Simpson in conversation with Ryan Butta
An enchanting lunchtime talk with Nardi Simpson about her new book 'The Belburd'
Readers – Books and Conversation with Nick Bryant
Petersham Bowling Club
Children & family
Readers – Books and Conversation with Nick Bryant
This is a monthly series of conversations with authors about their work and the ideas that inspire them.
Writing Setting and Landscape
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Writing Setting and Landscape
Explore the role setting plays in character development and practice crafting landscapes that speak to your narratives.
Online: Writing Memoir
Lilyfield
Community & causes
Online: Writing Memoir
Somewhere in your many years, encounters, lessons and relationships is the tale you need to tell.
City of Sydney Library online book club: Horror and thriller
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
City of Sydney Library online book club: Horror and thriller
If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.
Dialogue and Characterisation Techniques for Fiction Writers
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Dialogue and Characterisation Techniques for Fiction Writers
Learn the principles of character creation and the many dialogue techniques and tips that make dialogue memorable.
Family Sunday: Real Pigeons
State Library of NSW
Children & family
Family Sunday: Real Pigeons
The crime-fighting Real Pigeons return to the library for their latest adventure!
Online: Writing Poetry
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Online: Writing Poetry
Explore ways of tapping into and strengthening your authentic voice in poetry.
Research For Writers Workshop
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Research For Writers Workshop
Whether it is fiction, non-fiction or memoir, the details we choose to put in are important.
Crafting Short Stories
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Crafting Short Stories
Join novelist and short story writer Dr Gretchen Shirm for a workshop that provides guidance on the short story form.
A Play in Two Days
Lilyfield
Theatre, dance & film
A Play in Two Days
Multi award-winning playwright Hilary Bell will take you through the fundamentals of playwriting.
City of Sydney Online Book Club: Short Stories and Novellas
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
City of Sydney Online Book Club: Short Stories and Novellas
If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.
A Strong Opening: Crafting Memorable First Chapters
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
A Strong Opening: Crafting Memorable First Chapters
This workshop examines the importance of the opening sentence, opening paragraphs and opening chapters.
Online: Building a Freelance Writing Career
Lilyfield
Talks, courses & workshops
Online: Building a Freelance Writing Career
If you’re building a career as a freelance writer or journalist, learn the essential skills and valuable techniques.
Online: Writing From the Sentence Up
Online
Talks, courses & workshops
Online: Writing From the Sentence Up
This online course will empower you to elevate your sentences from ordinary to sublime.
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