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July 23, 2020

Feature Articles / Tara June Winch on reclaiming language and writing fiction

‘We are at a crucial point in history where we must preserve stories from our elders, our language custodians, our old people before they are lost, because when the door closes on these stories and languages, it truly does slam shut on our history and culture, and the very essence of all our identities as Australians.’

Writers On Writing / Make 2020 the year you write a novel, with Emily Maguire

Emily Maguire’s course, Year of the Novel (phase 3), is now online and open to writers across NSW and Australia. We chatted to her about what writers can expect from the 8-week course.

July 21, 2020

Feature Articles / Andy Griffiths on Natalie Goldberg

Andy Griffiths is one of Australia’s most successful writers for the anarchic books he writes with illustrator Terry Denton – for kids big and little. We asked him about the writer who has made the most impact on his life’s work and he chose Natalie Goldberg. Find out why …

July 20, 2020

What We're Reading / What We’re Watching: July Edition

At a loss for what to watch this July? Feast your eyes on these goodies, straight from our loungerooms to yours.

July 17, 2020

Writers On Writing / Wai Chim on why we should all be reading YA

We chatted to bestselling author Wai Chim, ahead of her online course Writing YA – Channelling Your Teen Voice, about tackling big themes, what makes a story fit into the YA genre, and some of her favourite reads at the moment.

July 9, 2020

/ Online: Writing Memoir – Advanced FAQ

Q: Why does this online course have a specific start date?A: This class takes place live, on Zoom. To participate in this course and get the most out of it, you will need to be present for every Zoom class. Q: Are there any live meetings or specific times I need to be available?Yes, you […]

Writers On Writing / Linda Funnell on seeing potential in a manuscript

We chatted to experienced editor and publisher Linda Funnell, ahead of her course Online Feedback: Manuscript Development, about what she looks for in a great manuscript, what makes a good relationship between a writer and their editor, and what she’s reading at the moment.

July 3, 2020

What We're Reading / What We’re Listening To: July Edition

In advance of this month’s Talking Writing event, Writing NSW staff recommend podcasts, audiobooks and albums almost good enough to eat. Curl up with some popcorn, your favourite blanket and headphones and indulge in this selection of soul-food for your ears.

Event Recap / First Friday Club with Joel Naoum

Watch a conversation between Joel Naoum and David Henley about the changing nature of booksales and more

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