Writing

FIRST WORDS 1 with Barbara Nathan Though spellbinding in its effects, creative writing itself isn’t magical. Whether you’ve always wanted to write and not known where to start, or just want to start scribbling, we’ll make a beginning. Take a peep at attitudes affecting creativity and at what stops us writing. We’ll then plunge headlong into sorting story ideas, exploring characters, description and dialogue, learning how to give feedback, and revising and editing. 6 Thu, 21 Oct - 25 Nov | 2 - 5 pm Byron Concession: $224 Full Fee: $249

CREATIVE MEMOIR WRITING with Jane Abercrombie Every one of us has a collection of unique personal stories. Regardless of whether you think your life has been pretty ordinary, or wildly exciting. In this course you will learn how to bring alive in writing the stories only you can tell. 4 Tue, 2 - 23 Nov | 9:30 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $151 Full Fee: $168

BLOGGING BOOTCAMP with Louise Sommer Let’s take your blog to the next level! Learn how to create and run an international, professional and captivating blog that impresses. Join professional blogger, writer and art designer Louise Sommer, and learn the ropes of creating a great blog; from the visual design to writing, the content, structure, branding and getting the word out! 3 Sat, 6 - 20 Nov | 9:30 - 11:30 am ONLINE Concession: $144 Full Fee: $160 *Ace program fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p.4 for details MAKE MONEY WRITING

FOR ONLINE with Julie Hamilton There’s so many opportunities to make money as a freelance writer for online and social media. Learn the fundamentals of writing for online and social media, how to create great story ideas, construct compelling articles with killer headlines, pitch stories and how much you should ask for your work. Suitable for people with little experience and knowledge about writing online, and people already working professionally as a writer. 2 Sat, 20 - 27 Nov | 10 am - 1 pm ONLINE Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112 *Ace program fee: $0 ($50 admin fee applies) see p.4 for details

WRITING FOR WELLBEING with Annie Barrett Experience the tender and profound, the light and humorous in your writing. Annie is passionate about creative writing and an experienced counsellor and group facilitator. She guides you with simple creative writing exercises to play with words and explore your creativity. Discover your writing voice and the hidden gems in your writing and enhance your wellbeing. Sat, 20 Nov | 10 am - 3 pm Byron Concession: $88 Full Fee: $98

THE ART OF TRAVEL

WRITING with Louise Sommer Who hasn’t enjoyed reading about a great travel adventure? In this workshop, we will explore what makes travel writing both captivating, interesting and important. You will learn all the ins and outs of travel writing, as well as explore the different styles. We will cover both fictional, non-fictional and blog writing so you can explore and clarify your own unique style as a travel writer. Ready to begin your adventure? Sat & Sun, 4 - 5 Dec | 9 - 11:30 am ONLINE Concession: $101 Full Fee: $112