Writing Fiction for Young Adults
Wai Chim
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This young adult fiction writing course with Wai Chim will be held at Writing NSW in Sydney.
Do you have a great idea for a young adult novel, but you’re not sure where to start, or how to write young adult (YA) fiction? How do know if your story is YA, middle grade, or something else entirely? How do you develop an idea that will resonate with young people of today?
Join children’s and YA writer Wai Chim for a practical workshop that will help you understand how you can develop strong themes for teens and create relatable characters for this audience.
Through writing exercises and prompts, you’ll develop and workshop a YA idea, delve into how to create deeper and more engaging characters, and find your authentic and unique voice that will hook teen readers.
Finally, Wai will answer your burning questions on the publishing industry, social media and other aspects of being a modern author.
Is this course right for you? Read our FAQ >
Expected learning outcomes
Participants will:
- Receive an overview of the children’s writing industry, specifically when it comes to writing for Young Adults.
- Understand more about YA, middle grade, junior fiction genres and what’s expected in each of these areas.
- Learn how to develop strong themes and believable characters for your YA novel.
Participant requirements
Bring along a pen and paper, or fully charged device. Please read our FAQ before enrolling.
Participants in face to face courses must comply with any precautionary measures related to COVID-19 that Writing NSW puts in place.
If you are feeling unwell and experiencing any COVID-related symptoms on the day of the course, you must stay at home and contact us to let us know. As a participant in this course, you will be required to follow all COVID safety measures in place by Writing NSW to ensure the health and wellbeing of our community.
If you have questions about this course and/or COVID-safe guidelines, please contact us.
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