Feeling cosy? Then you’ll love meeting author Alexandra Almond, as she shares her cosy fantasy novel, Thoroughly Disenchanted. Alexandra unpacks how she built her distinct
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Chickenpox by Remy Lai. Chickenpox by Remy Lai is a laugh-out-loud graphic novel about Abby, stuck at
Steven Lewis is one of the most experienced copywriters working in Australia today and was one of the world’s first web copywriters. Yes, he’s that
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
Welcome to our first Furious Fiction Showcase for the year! This is the place where we recap this month’s creative challenge and let thousands of
Crafting a novel is one thing, but author Kate Solly loves crafting ‘crafty’ novels – including her latest title, The Paradise Heights Craft Store Stitch-up. Kate
This week, we’re giving away three copies of The Last Fashion House in Paris by Renee Ryan. The Last Fashion House in Paris is a gripping
The Australian Writers’ Centre’s Romance Writing course came at just the right time for school teacher Emma Pignatiello. She had written three YA manuscripts and was working on a crime novel, but she realised that what she really loved was romance.
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
From the halls of Australia’s Parliament House to the dark corners of the Vatican! In this episode, author Sophie Clark talks about her writing process
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Death in the Arctic by Tom Hindle. In Death in the Arctic, Chloé Campbell joins a luxury
Deciding to write picture books was literally a lightbulb moment for media and communications manager Claire Thompson. Each time she put her newborn baby in the carseat, the interior lights flashed on, so Claire and her four-year-old invented a story about a magic baby. She immediately realised she wanted to write a children’s book and enrolled in the course Writing Picture Books a few days later.
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
Want to know the formula to writing success? In this episode, scientist-turned-author Rebecca Heath discusses her latest domestic thriller novel, The Wedding Party and her unique
This week, we’re giving away three copies of More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova. More or Less Maddy follows Maddy, a young woman struggling
Grant writing is a highly lucrative skill, and the demand for skilled grant writers has never been higher. If you want to master grant writing,
Australian Writers’ Centre graduate Shelley Dark has completed several courses with us. After completing our Write Your Novel program, Shelley formed friendships that evolved into
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
“Please sir, can I have some more Dickens?” In this episode, author Kathy George discusses her latest novel, The Scent of Oranges – a retelling of
This week, we’re giving away three copies of The Hidden Hand by Stella Rimington. The Hidden Hand is a gripping spy thriller about a Chinese
Angie Cui’s road to becoming a published children’s book author is a story of unexpected turns, persistence, and creative discovery. She has two picture books
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its
Would you like to reinvent yourself as a writer? In this episode, accomplished author Karina May shares her advice on how to grow and setting
Q: Hi AWC, we’ve had some interesting conversations this year, haven’t we? A: Is that a rhetorical question? Q: No, a genuine one. A: Oh,
It’s beginning to feel a lot like… the Furious Fiction Christmas Eve Story Showcase! So gather up your tidings of joy, deck those halls and
Feeling cosy? Then you’ll love meeting author Alexandra Almond, as she shares her cosy fantasy novel, Thoroughly Disenchanted. Alexandra unpacks how she built her distinct characters, the role of magic in everyday life and her experience in finding an agent and getting published, along with advice for aspiring writers. You
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Chickenpox by Remy Lai. Chickenpox by Remy Lai is a laugh-out-loud graphic novel about Abby, stuck at home with her four wild siblings during a chickenpox outbreak. As chaos unfolds, Abby learns to navigate sibling bonds and responsibility with humor and heart.
Steven Lewis is one of the most experienced copywriters working in Australia today and was one of the world’s first web copywriters. Yes, he’s that old, but in a good way because he’s been around and he knows what works and what doesn’t. Steven is a master of writing emails
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, back to work… Q: Hi
Welcome to our first Furious Fiction Showcase for the year! This is the place where we recap this month’s creative challenge and let thousands of people enjoy our favourite 500-words-or-fewer stories. Let’s revisit what the prompts for this one were: Your story must take place at a beach. Your story
Crafting a novel is one thing, but author Kate Solly loves crafting ‘crafty’ novels – including her latest title, The Paradise Heights Craft Store Stitch-up. Kate shares her journey from casual writing in her family group chats to getting her first publishing contract, as well as how she manages to stay
This week, we’re giving away three copies of The Last Fashion House in Paris by Renee Ryan. The Last Fashion House in Paris is a gripping WWII story where Paulette Leblanc, an apprentice seamstress at a Parisian fashion house secretly aiding the resistance, risks everything to fight the Nazis. As danger
The Australian Writers’ Centre’s Romance Writing course came at just the right time for school teacher Emma Pignatiello. She had written three YA manuscripts and was working on a crime novel, but she realised that what she really loved was romance.
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, we’re stealing the show… Q:
From the halls of Australia’s Parliament House to the dark corners of the Vatican! In this episode, author Sophie Clark talks about her writing process and how she pitched her debut ‘romantasy’ novel, Cruel is the Light. She chats about her political background and how walking the ‘halls of power’ influenced
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Death in the Arctic by Tom Hindle. In Death in the Arctic, Chloé Campbell joins a luxury airship expedition to the North Pole, but a passenger is found dead, and the isolated group must confront the possibility of murder. As tension rises,
Deciding to write picture books was literally a lightbulb moment for media and communications manager Claire Thompson. Each time she put her newborn baby in the carseat, the interior lights flashed on, so Claire and her four-year-old invented a story about a magic baby. She immediately realised she wanted to write a children’s book and enrolled in the course Writing Picture Books a few days later.
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, testing times… Q: Hi AWC,
Want to know the formula to writing success? In this episode, scientist-turned-author Rebecca Heath discusses her latest domestic thriller novel, The Wedding Party and her unique journey from the laboratory to the library, as well as how she crafts each story and the importance of building a writing community. You can
This week, we’re giving away three copies of More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova. More or Less Maddy follows Maddy, a young woman struggling to understand her bipolar disorder while chasing her dream of becoming a comedian. The novel explores her emotional highs and lows, offering a powerful and
Grant writing is a highly lucrative skill, and the demand for skilled grant writers has never been higher. If you want to master grant writing, attract clients, and confidently charge for your services, this podcast episode is for you. In this episode, Elaine Abery of Unravelling Red Tape shares her
Australian Writers’ Centre graduate Shelley Dark has completed several courses with us. After completing our Write Your Novel program, Shelley formed friendships that evolved into a writers’ group – THE ALLWRiTE CLUB. We were delighted to hear that the group is still going strong. Many members of the writing group
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, we’re putting our best foot
“Please sir, can I have some more Dickens?” In this episode, author Kathy George discusses her latest novel, The Scent of Oranges – a retelling of the classic Dickens story Oliver Twist from the perspective of character Nancy. Kathy shares her love for gothic literature and why she chose this story
This week, we’re giving away three copies of The Hidden Hand by Stella Rimington. The Hidden Hand is a gripping spy thriller about a Chinese student at Oxford caught in a covert operation to steal research. CIA agent Manon Tyler must uncover the truth before it’s too late. With suspenseful
Angie Cui’s road to becoming a published children’s book author is a story of unexpected turns, persistence, and creative discovery. She has two picture books set to be published in 2025 – My Mum is a Bird with UQP and Our Map with Wombat Books, and she has learnt plenty
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, courtrooms and cafes.. Q: Hi
Would you like to reinvent yourself as a writer? In this episode, accomplished author Karina May shares her advice on how to grow and setting yourself up for a successful author career. Karina also discusses her third print book, That Island Feeling, staying accountable as a writer, using social media,
Q: Hi AWC, we’ve had some interesting conversations this year, haven’t we? A: Is that a rhetorical question? Q: No, a genuine one. A: Oh, okay then. Then yes, we have. Fascinating at times. Q: I know right? It’s always so tricky picking just 10 favourites to share with our
It’s beginning to feel a lot like… the Furious Fiction Christmas Eve Story Showcase! So gather up your tidings of joy, deck those halls and jingle all the things as we unwrap the creative 500-words-or-fewer gifts YOU left under our tree this month, using these prompts: Each story had to
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