Writing & Publishing
An in-person author talk and Q&A with the NEWC's chair, Sophie Masson.
Saturday 7 March at 2pm, Uralla Library
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Join us for an in-person author talk with Sophie Masson, followed by an open Q&A session, offering a broad and practical overview of the Australian writing and publishing landscape.
Drawing on her extensive experience as a writer and many years working with professionals in the publishing industry, Sophie will share insights into how the industry works, current pathways to publication, and what writers can do to sustain their creative practice. This session is ideal for aspiring and emerging authors, writers who are already published and keen to understand the industry more deeply, and anyone with a general interest in books and publishing. Come along, gain valuable perspective, and bring your questions. |
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Dr Sophie Masson AM is an internationally published author of more than 60 books for children, young adults and adults. Her work has won major awards and is frequently shortlisted for national and international prizes. Alongside her children’s books, she has written YA romantic thrillers, romantic comedies and popular women’s fiction series.
Sophie is a founding partner and co-director of Christmas Press, an independent children’s publisher based in New England. She is a former Chair of the Australian Society of Authors and currently serves as Chair of the New England Writers’ Centre. In 2019, she was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to literature.
Sophie's author website as www.sophiemassonauthor.com and she blogs at www.firebirdfeathers.com
Sophie is a founding partner and co-director of Christmas Press, an independent children’s publisher based in New England. She is a former Chair of the Australian Society of Authors and currently serves as Chair of the New England Writers’ Centre. In 2019, she was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to literature.
Sophie's author website as www.sophiemassonauthor.com and she blogs at www.firebirdfeathers.com