Q&A: ‘Weary’ vs ‘wary’
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
Larissa Ferenchuk’s dream of becoming a picture book author comes true
Larissa Ferenchuk had had story ideas swirling around her head for some time, but wasn’t sure how to get them into a picture book. So she enrolled in Writing Picture Books at the Australian Writers’ Centre to give herself a creative outlet – and hopefully learn to write down some of those stories.
Writing Podcast Episode 597: Kell Woods on her novel ‘After The Forest’.
Meet author Kell Woods, who discusses her approach to writing, her novel After the Forest, a sequel to Hansel and Gretel, and the blend of
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘The Last Murder at the End of the World’ by Stuart Turton
This week, we’re giving away three copies of The Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart Turton, author of The Seven Deaths
Q&A: ‘Pupil’, ‘iris’, ‘retina’… – exploring the eye
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
Laura Holloway turned her idea into a published picture book
Although she had lots of ideas, Laura knew she needed knowledge and structure if she wanted to see any of her stories in print one day. She enrolled in Writing Picture Books and Reinvent Yourself and began to take her writing more seriously.
Writing Podcast Episode 596: Carrie Sun on her memoir ‘Private Equity’
Meet Carrie Sun, whose memoir Private Equity explores her journey from a high-paced finance role to embracing a writing career. Carrie discusses her writing process, the
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘Anna O’ by Matthew Blake
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Anna O by Matthew Blake. Anna O is a compelling and unsettling crime story that will have
Q&A: ‘On accident’ vs ‘by accident’
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
Furious Fiction: March 2024 Story Showcase
Welcome to March’s Furious Fiction story showcase – where we revisit what sparked your collective creativity this month and celebrate our favourites. Here were the
AWC graduate Natalie Murray’s path from journalist to successful romance author
The moment journalist Natalie Murray started writing short romance stories, she fell in love! Having discovered her new passion for writing fiction, Natalie decided to write a novel – but first she needed to learn the basics.
Writing Podcast Episode 595: Jodi Gibson on the world of indie publishing and her latest novel ‘Reinventing Emily Brown’
Is indie publishing right for you? Discover the intricacies of indie publishing with author Jodi Gibson. Delve into Jodi’s journey across traditional and independent publishing
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘End of Story’ by A.J. Finn
This week, we’re giving away three copies of End of Story by A.J. Finn, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the global phenomenon
Copywriting Podcast Episode 069: How to add copyediting and proofreading to your suite of services
Would you like to add copy editing, project editing and proofing to your suite of services? If so, then this is the episode for you.
Q&A: ‘Boomers, millennials, Gen-X…’ When is each generation?
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
Writing Podcast Episode 594: Charlotte Barkla on her latest novel ’11 Ruby Road: 1900′.
Meet Charlotte Barkla, who discusses her latest novel 11 Ruby Road: 1900, a series set over a hundred years in the same house, capturing the
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘Butter’ by Asako Yuzuki
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Butter by Asako Yuzuki. Butter is a cult Japanese bestseller that unfolds the chilling tale of a
Q&A: The origin of ‘paint the town red’
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
How Ruth McGurk got her picture book contract for ‘The Dinosaur Did It’
Ruth was drawn to the Australian Writers’ Centre’s Writing Picture Books course because it was short and punchy, and she finished feeling like she knew exactly what publishers were looking for. After working on a few manuscripts, Ruth signed with Five Mile to publish her first picture book, The Dinosaur Did It, and is also contracted to write another one.
Writing Podcast Episode 593: Liam Pieper on his latest novel ‘Appreciation’ and his ‘day job’ as a ghostwriter for bestselling books.
Meet author and ghostwriter Liam Pieper about his latest novel Appreciation. The novel centres around a famous artist trying to rehabilitate his fame with the
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?’ by Nicci French
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?, an atmospheric and tension-filled thriller by suspense master Nicci French, delving into
Q&A: ‘Scold’ or ‘scald’
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 police force to published author
Kerryn Mayne was on maternity leave from her job on the police force when she returned to her high school love of writing. She soon realised that her professional experiences of crime and policing could be useful when penning her own stories, so she fired up her computer and got down to work. With an outline for a new book idea, Kerryn enrolled in Creative Writing Stage 1 online at the Australian Writers’ Centre, so she could learn about the writing process and connect with other aspiring writers.
How Amy Tan gained confidence to write her first novel
Amy Tan had always been interested in creative writing and, although she works as a copywriter, she wasn’t confident in her fiction skills. So she turned to an Australian Writers’ Centre course. One of the exercises that she worked on during that course eventually evolved into part of her debut novel, Katie Goes to KL. This has now been published in Australia and Singapore by Penguin under her pen name Su-May Tan.
Writing Podcast Episode 592: Karina May, author of ‘Never Ever Forever’, on publishing 3 books in 15 months.
Meet Karina May, author of Never Ever Forever, who talks about author branding, the business of writing and publishing 3 books in 15 months. Host
Q&A: ‘Weary’ vs ‘wary’
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, the worry of wary and
Larissa Ferenchuk’s dream of becoming a picture book author comes true
Larissa Ferenchuk had had story ideas swirling around her head for some time, but wasn’t sure how to get them into a picture book. So she enrolled in Writing Picture Books at the Australian Writers’ Centre to give herself a creative outlet – and hopefully learn to write down some of those stories.
Writing Podcast Episode 597: Kell Woods on her novel ‘After The Forest’.
Meet author Kell Woods, who discusses her approach to writing, her novel After the Forest, a sequel to Hansel and Gretel, and the blend of history and fantasy in her work. Kell shares insights on the research and discipline required to weave together historical accuracy and compelling storytelling. You can
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘The Last Murder at the End of the World’ by Stuart Turton
This week, we’re giving away three copies of The Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart Turton, author of The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle. The story transports you into an enthralling mystery set amidst a post-apocalyptic society. On an island, the quest for survival rests on
Q&A: ‘Pupil’, ‘iris’, ‘retina’… – exploring the eye
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, the naked eye is… Q:
Laura Holloway turned her idea into a published picture book
Although she had lots of ideas, Laura knew she needed knowledge and structure if she wanted to see any of her stories in print one day. She enrolled in Writing Picture Books and Reinvent Yourself and began to take her writing more seriously.
Writing Podcast Episode 596: Carrie Sun on her memoir ‘Private Equity’
Meet Carrie Sun, whose memoir Private Equity explores her journey from a high-paced finance role to embracing a writing career. Carrie discusses her writing process, the challenges of memoir writing, and the transformation she underwent during her time in the finance industry. You can listen to the episode below, on Apple
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘Anna O’ by Matthew Blake
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Anna O by Matthew Blake. Anna O is a compelling and unsettling crime story that will have you hooked until the wee hours of the morning. Here’s the blurb: Joining the ranks of Gillian Flynn, A. J. Finn, and Alex Michaelides, Matthew
Q&A: ‘On accident’ vs ‘by accident’
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, accidental tourists… Q: Hi AWC,
Furious Fiction: March 2024 Story Showcase
Welcome to March’s Furious Fiction story showcase – where we revisit what sparked your collective creativity this month and celebrate our favourites. Here were the criteria/prompts that we asked for in March: Each story had to include a character who revisits something. Each story had to include the same colour
AWC graduate Natalie Murray’s path from journalist to successful romance author
The moment journalist Natalie Murray started writing short romance stories, she fell in love! Having discovered her new passion for writing fiction, Natalie decided to write a novel – but first she needed to learn the basics.
Writing Podcast Episode 595: Jodi Gibson on the world of indie publishing and her latest novel ‘Reinventing Emily Brown’
Is indie publishing right for you? Discover the intricacies of indie publishing with author Jodi Gibson. Delve into Jodi’s journey across traditional and independent publishing avenues for her novels. She highlights the distinct processes involved in each. Jodi shares valuable tips for indie authors, ranging from understanding why you want
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘End of Story’ by A.J. Finn
This week, we’re giving away three copies of End of Story by A.J. Finn, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the global phenomenon The Woman in the Window, which was published in more than forty languages and is the basis for the hit film starring Amy Adams. End
Copywriting Podcast Episode 069: How to add copyediting and proofreading to your suite of services
Would you like to add copy editing, project editing and proofing to your suite of services? If so, then this is the episode for you. Matt Davies is a leading copy editor. He specialises in the health care and government sectors and has created a thriving business that lets him
Q&A: ‘Boomers, millennials, Gen-X…’ When is each generation?
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 talking about the generation
Writing Podcast Episode 594: Charlotte Barkla on her latest novel ’11 Ruby Road: 1900′.
Meet Charlotte Barkla, who discusses her latest novel 11 Ruby Road: 1900, a series set over a hundred years in the same house, capturing the essence of family, friendship, community, and historical events. Charlotte shares her journey from engineering and teaching to becoming a children’s author, the challenges and joys
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘Butter’ by Asako Yuzuki
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Butter by Asako Yuzuki. Butter is a cult Japanese bestseller that unfolds the chilling tale of a female gourmet cook and serial killer, and the determined journalist set on unraveling her case. Inspired by a true story, this captivating narrative offers a
Q&A: The origin of ‘paint the town red’
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 on red alert… Q:
How Ruth McGurk got her picture book contract for ‘The Dinosaur Did It’
Ruth was drawn to the Australian Writers’ Centre’s Writing Picture Books course because it was short and punchy, and she finished feeling like she knew exactly what publishers were looking for. After working on a few manuscripts, Ruth signed with Five Mile to publish her first picture book, The Dinosaur Did It, and is also contracted to write another one.
Writing Podcast Episode 593: Liam Pieper on his latest novel ‘Appreciation’ and his ‘day job’ as a ghostwriter for bestselling books.
Meet author and ghostwriter Liam Pieper about his latest novel Appreciation. The novel centres around a famous artist trying to rehabilitate his fame with the help of a ghostwriter. Liam also discusses his “day job” as a ghostwriter, the importance of getting along with the client and shaping their narrative
COMP CLOSED: WIN ‘Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?’ by Nicci French
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?, an atmospheric and tension-filled thriller by suspense master Nicci French, delving into the lives of two families shattered by tragedy and the long-buried secrets poised to surface after decades of waiting to be unveiled. You can also
Q&A: ‘Scold’ or ‘scald’
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, scold comfort… Q: Hi AWC,
From police force to published author
Kerryn Mayne was on maternity leave from her job on the police force when she returned to her high school love of writing. She soon realised that her professional experiences of crime and policing could be useful when penning her own stories, so she fired up her computer and got down to work. With an outline for a new book idea, Kerryn enrolled in Creative Writing Stage 1 online at the Australian Writers’ Centre, so she could learn about the writing process and connect with other aspiring writers.
How Amy Tan gained confidence to write her first novel
Amy Tan had always been interested in creative writing and, although she works as a copywriter, she wasn’t confident in her fiction skills. So she turned to an Australian Writers’ Centre course. One of the exercises that she worked on during that course eventually evolved into part of her debut novel, Katie Goes to KL. This has now been published in Australia and Singapore by Penguin under her pen name Su-May Tan.
Writing Podcast Episode 592: Karina May, author of ‘Never Ever Forever’, on publishing 3 books in 15 months.
Meet Karina May, author of Never Ever Forever, who talks about author branding, the business of writing and publishing 3 books in 15 months. Host Valerie Khoo also chats to author Nat Newman on her writing tip for the week, Valerie’s involvement in the 100-day project, a global initiative that
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