The Australian Writers' Centre has been providing world-leading online writing courses for more than 15 years.
The courses are powerful and practical – designed to rapidly improve your skills and ignite your passion for writing.
Immerse yourself in the wonder of writing and experience the joy of learning to write well. Start today!

We’ve been providing world-leading online writing courses for more than 15 years.
Our courses are powerful and practical – designed to rapidly improve your skills and ignite your passion for writing.
Immerse yourself in the wonder of writing and experience the joy of learning to write well. Start today!

CREATIVE WRITING
Novels, short stories, picture books, crime, memoir, fantasy and more

COPYWRITING
Marketing, ads, SEO, web pages, social media, UX writing, real estate and more

FREELANCE WRITING
Magazines, newspapers, content writing, travel writing and more

BUSINESS WRITING
Plain English writing, content writing, media releases, editing and more

Courses you can start online RIGHT NOW! Transform your writing skills and learn at your own pace while you’re at home.

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With great courses comes great responsibility. Our amazing presenters possess tons of talent and experience, and they're also great at sharing! Meet some of them now.

Pamela Freeman

Award-winning author of more than 35 books. Also writes under the name Pamela Hart.

Allison Tait

Internationally bestselling author of several children's book series.

Kate Forsyth

Internationally published and award-winning author of 32 books.

Valerie Khoo

Award-winning feature writer and CEO of the Australian Writers’ Centre.

Angela Slatter

Multi-award-winning author of novels, novellas and short stories.

Online writing courses starting soon:

Creative Writing Stage 1 Discover the secrets to writing compelling fiction. Develop characters, scenes, dialogue and more. Learn the nuts and bolts of the art of writing.	20 September 2021 5 weeks $450	See More
Freelance Writing Stage 1 Industry advice on writing for publications. Techniques on structure, research, interviewing. Find and pitch story ideas with confidence.	20 September 2021 5 weeks $450	See More
Copywriting Essentials Write headlines and words that sell. Take creative briefs and do research. Earn money immediately from clients.	20 September 2021 5 weeks $550	See More
Writing Workout Complete exercises to strengthen your writing muscles. Receive tutor guidance on your fiction techniques. Write, write and write!	21 September 2021 6 fortnights – LIVE Booked out (New date available)	See More
Life Writing Feel empowered to find your unique voice. Bring your experiences to life on the page. Learn from Australia's leading memoir teacher.	21 September 2021 6 evenings – LIVE Booked out (New date available)	See More
Writing Picture Books Create magical stories for the youngest of readers. Discover the themes that kids (and publishers) adore. Explore your creativity in a supportive environment.	27 September 2021 5 weeks $450	See More
Novel Writing Essentials Write the first 20,000 words of your novel. Become a stronger writer with group workshopping. Give your opening chapters the best possible start.	27 September 2021 8 weeks $695	See More
SEO Copywriting Write copy that Google loves. Tips on making your words smarter. Charge more as an expert.	27 September 2021 5 weeks $550	See More
Write Your Novel Workshop your way to a completed draft. Iron out structural flaws and master techniques. Achieve your dream of writing a novel.	27 September 2021 12 months $245 per month	See More
Writing Picture Books Masterclass Learn how to structurally edit your manuscript. Tighten your story's prose, patterning and rhythm. Perfect your pitch before approaching publishers.	4 October 2021 Self–paced $345	See More
Edit Your Novel Shape your story into its brilliant final form Receive powerful editing techniques and guidance Workshop your manuscript with experienced writers	6 October 2021 6 months Booked out	See More
Opinion Writing Learn how to craft opinion pieces for publications Communicate your passion with a wider audience. Receive personalised feedback on your writing.	9 October 2021 3 mornings – LIVE Booked out	See More
How to Write for Children and Young Adults Learn how to write books for ages 8-18. Create compelling characters readers will love. Gain a blueprint for succeeding in this market.	11 October 2021 5 weeks $450	See More
Plotting and Planning Discover the 7 basic plots you need to know. Turn a story idea into a well-structured plan. Create a plot that keeps readers engrossed.	11 October 2021 2 evenings – LIVE Booked out (New date available)	See More
How to Build a Successful Freelance Copywriting Business Strategies for getting more clients. How to fill your portfolio fast. Position yourself as a specialist.	11 October 2021 5 weeks $550	See More
Writing Workout Complete exercises to strengthen your writing muscles. Receive tutor guidance on your fiction techniques. Write, write and write!	11 October 2021 6 fortnights – LIVE $595	See More
Plain English Business Writing Understand ‘plain English’ principles to improve readability. Discover common mistakes and how to avoid them. Get templates to improve your reports, proposals, emails and proofing.	12 October 2021 2 mornings – LIVE $345	See More
Opinion Writing Learn how to craft opinion pieces for publications Communicate your passion with a wider audience. Receive personalised feedback on your writing.	12 October 2021 3 evenings – LIVE Booked out (New date available)	See More
UX Writing Create seamless online user experiences. Best practice app and web techniques. Convert more customers and drive sales.	26 October 2021 2 mornings – LIVE $345	See More
Dare to Dream Find and sustain your creative inspiration. Become empowered to write freely in your own voice. Learn from bestselling author Kate Forsyth.	1 November 2021 4 evenings – LIVE $465	See More
Travel Writing Write engaging travel content. Tips on itineraries, photography, freebies. Turn any place into a paid story.	1 November 2021 5 weeks $450	See More
Write Your Novel Workshop your way to a completed draft. Iron out structural flaws and master techniques. Achieve your dream of writing a novel.	8 November 2021 6 months $415 per month	See More
Editing Essentials How to edit business documents with ease. Essential rules for punctuation, bullet lists and more. Industry proofreading symbols and style guides.	9 November 2021 2 mornings – LIVE $345	See More
Teenage Creative Writers’ Program Discover the key skills for creating compelling stories. Receive feedback and guidance from an award-winning author. Learn creative techniques that can be easily applied at school.	15 November 2021 10 weeks $395	See More
Fantasy, Science Fiction and More Get advice on structuring your story across a series. Create an original and believable world. Immerse yourself in the art of "spec fic".	15 November 2021 5 evenings – LIVE $495	See More
Life Writing Feel empowered to find your unique voice. Bring your experiences to life on the page. Learn from Australia's leading memoir teacher.	15 January 2022 6 mornings – LIVE $595	See More
History, Mystery and Magic Learn how to write a successful cross-genre story. Explore unique narrative patterns and structures. Stir your readers' imagination with vivid storytelling.	31 January 2022 5 evenings – LIVE $495	See More
Food Writing Learn how to break into the industry. How to write delicious reviews and recipes. Combine your love of food and writing.	22 February 2022 5 evenings – LIVE $495	See More
Crime and Thriller Writing Increase your narrative tension and suspense. Create intriguing characters that hook your reader. Learn the essentials of this insanely popular genre.	22 February 2022 5 evenings – LIVE $495	See More
Plotting and Planning Discover the 7 basic plots you need to know. Turn a story idea into a well-structured plan. Create a plot that keeps readers engrossed.	28 March 2022 2 evenings – LIVE $295	See More

“The Australian Writers’ Centre courses are really worthwhile, definitely for anyone who’s interested in writing and taking a more serious step toward that as a career – or even just as a hobby.”

Sarah Bailey's debut crime novel The Dark Lake was a bestseller.
She followed up with the successful novels Into the Night and Where the Dead Go.

Discover how an AWC course can change your life!

“In the end when Allen & Unwin decided to publish the novel… it was amazing”
– Sarah Bailey
Graduate of Australian Writers' Centre, author of “The Dark Lake”

“I'm a children's author and I've just released my first series of books.”
– Shelly Unwin
Graduate of Australian Writers' Centre, now a full-time author

“Having the thrill of going to a newsagent when you know your article is coming out is fantastic.”
– Rob Grant
Travel Writer and Marketing Consultant

“When I got my first offer I danced around the house. The second offer was even better as I was always worried the first had been a fluke or a mistake!”
– Victoria Mackinlay
Graduate of Australian Writers' Centre, freelance writer, author of “Ribbit Rabbit Robot”

“Through the course at Australian Writers' Centre I discovered I really could be a novelist and that was such a revelation to me and such a delight”.
– Margaret Morgan
Graduate of Australian Writers' Centre, freelance writer, author of “The Second Cure”

“The Australian Writers' Centre course had paid for itself maybe two or three times over before I got to the end of the five-week course.”
– Brad Kelly
Freelance Writer

“I know I never would have been published had it not been for Valerie’s support, guidance, that ‘red pen’ of hers, and her incredibly accurate feedback.”

Jennifer Johnston, freelance writer

Our graduates have written for or been published by:

And many more …

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With great courses comes great responsibility. Our amazing presenters possess tons of talent and experience, and they're also great at sharing! Meet some of them now.

Pamela Freeman

Allison Tait

Kate Forsyth

Valerie Khoo

Angela Slatter

Online writing courses starting soon:

Creative Writing Stage 1

Freelance Writing Stage 1

Copywriting Essentials

Writing Workout

Life Writing

Writing Picture Books

Novel Writing Essentials

SEO Copywriting

Write Your Novel

Writing Picture Books Masterclass

Edit Your Novel

Opinion Writing

How to Write for Children and Young Adults

Plotting and Planning

How to Build a Successful Freelance Copywriting Business

Writing Workout

Plain English Business Writing

Opinion Writing

UX Writing

Dare to Dream

Travel Writing

Write Your Novel

Editing Essentials

Teenage Creative Writers’ Program

Fantasy, Science Fiction and More

Life Writing

History, Mystery and Magic

Food Writing

Crime and Thriller Writing

Plotting and Planning

Discover how an AWC course can change your life!

Our graduates have written for or been published by:

And many more …

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