Unleash your creativity!
- Do you like the idea of writing fiction, short stories or a novel?
- Would you like to see your words in print?
- Do you feel like you have a book in you?
- Are you reading this on a dark and stormy night?
- If you want to explore the world of writing, but aren’t quite sure where to start, then this is the course for you!
Whether you’re a total novice or already have some writing experience, Creative Writing Stage 1 is the ideal starting point on your road to creative enlightenment. At the Australian Writers’ Centre, you’ll meet like-minded students and presenters who share (and inspire) your passion for writing!
That's a novel idea...
The beauty of fiction is that it simply knows no limits. Your imagination is your inspiration; creativity is your new best friend. You see, everyone has a story to tell – what this course aims to do is harness all your ideas, thoughts and drafts into a story that’s worth reading…
You'll learn how to:
- Kick-start the creative writing process
- Tap into your imagination to let the ideas flow
- Draw from everyday experiences and memories
- Examine the many different types of creative writing
- Build a framework – giving structure to your writing
- Create memorable characters and bring dialogue to life
- and MUCH more!
Perhaps you’ve always dreamt of writing, but don’t know where to start. Perhaps you don’t think you’re disciplined enough to complete your book or short story. Perhaps you just want to give it a go. Whatever your motivation, you’ll find plenty more when you join us over this enriching five-week journey.
Exclusive access to our Online Writing Forum
When you graduate, you'll also get exclusive access to our dynamic online writing community.
A new chapter in your life
Just as the first line in a book is crucial, so too are your first steps. Even if you haven’t written in years, all you need is the desire – we can help you as we’ve helped many others get an inspiring start. Our professional and talented presenters are all published writers themselves – always on hand to offer feedback or advice. Add in fellow students and a supportive, constructive environment and you’re in great hands!
By the end of the course you'll improve your creative writing skills and have the confidence to pursue your own writing projects. You'll not only gain an understanding of how to write a compelling story, you'll have the inspiration and skills to write your short story or the motivation to start writing your novel.
So unlock your writer’s block and hop aboard Creative Writing Stage 1 – igniting your writing dreams and helping share your creativity with the world!
You can complete the course ONLINE if you prefer
If you don’t live in Sydney – or can’t get to our harbourside training rooms – you can access our amazing tutors through our online course.
The online course covers the same valuable content as the face-to-face course and, each week, your questions are answered by our wonderful online tutors. You’ll also receive assignments and get feedback on your work.
It’s easy to learn online – all you need is an internet connection. Just click on the demo to see how it works.
Our online classroom is simple to use. Thousands of students from Australia – and around the world – have graduated from this course.
Course content and outcomes are consistent,
regardless of which presenter or format you choose
We are sticklers for consistency and quality in our courses, so you’ll achieve the same outcomes regardless of which presenter you have. Naturally, each presenter brings their own insight to the course, but you can be assured that the content is consistent across the board.
You’ll also achieve the same outcomes regardless of whether you enrol in our online or face-to-face course!
Rave reviews about the Creative Writing Stage 1
VIDEO: What students say
Rave reviews about
Creative Writing Stage 1
“I enjoyed learning about the principles of writing, and learning how to edit writing to make it better. The presenter, Pamela Freeman, was excellent. She was very passionate about the craft, and communicated very clearly and effectively in an engaging way. Very encouraging. Highly recommended. This course will assist you in finding motivation, and provide practical advice.”
- Peter Damalas
"I always thought I had a very poor imagination and I have always been stuck for story ideas. But this course showed me how to get past that and where to look inside myself for inspiration."
- Catherine Hawthorne
"I loved the course. Pamela gave us a really solid foundation to work from, as well as a fair dose of reality and inspiration as she shared her own stories of writing with us. So, whilst I haven't written a novel YET, I have got my outline done and have a way forward, finally!"
- Michelle Barraclough
"You have taken me further than I'd ever hoped into a world of storytelling and infinite possibilities. Thank you for your never-ending inspiration, guidance and support through the process of creating and beyond."
- Jenny Diamond
"I've learned a ton about the craft of storytelling, including many things I did not know before, and intend to apply as much of it as I can when I re-write the first draft of my novel."
- Vincent Truitner
"I found it a significant stepping stone for those like myself wishing to discover the foundation of how to write creatively for short stories or a novel."
- Alex Jones
"Jeni is a brilliant teacher, I loved listening to her, she has so much positive energy and she made the group feel very relaxed. The course has given me the confidence
to start moving ideas from my mind to paper. I see a story wherever I might to be, whatever I happen to see. It's a very exciting place to be."
- Kate Bradley
About the course
Who is the typical student?
Pamela Freeman on Creative Writing
"Just go for it"
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| Pamela is the award-winning author of over 20 books, most recently the Princess Betony series published by Walker Books. In 2010, Full Circle (Book 3 of the Castings trilogy), was published in the US, UK, France, Spain, Portugal and Germany as well as Australia ... read more |
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| Kate is an internationally bestselling author of more than 20 books for children and adults, including The Puzzle Ring, The Gypsy Crown, The Starthorn Tree, and the bestselling fantasy series ‘The Witches of Eileanan' and 'Rhiannon’s Ride' ... read more |
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| Kylie Ladd is a novelist and freelance writer. Kylie’s first novel, After The Fall, was published in Australia, the US and Turkey, while her second, Last Summer, was highly commended in the 2011 Federation of Australian Writers Christina Stead Award for fiction ... read more |
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Melina Marchetta's first novel Looking For Alibrandi was published in 1992 and was released as a film in 2000 which she also wrote. Her first fantasy novel, Finnikin of the Rock was published in 2008 and in 2010 The Piper's Son ...
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Jeni is the children’s author of the hilarious ‘So’ series: So Gross!, So Feral!, So Sick!, So Festy!, So Grotty! and So Stinky! (HarperCollins) as well as the Freewheelers series: Unleashed!, Launched! and Extreme! (HarperCollins). Unleashed! was shortlisted for the WAYRBA Older Readers Award 2009 ...
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James has written some 20 books, including the Children's Book Council Honour Books Captain Mack and Billy Mack's War, as well as the 2008 NSW Premier's Award-winning Town ... read more
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