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​February

Managing Your Creative Business (Online workshop)
Managing your business accounts is an essential part of any enterprise. In this workshop, business consultant, Allen Roberts, will introduce you to the ideas, concepts and practices that will help you to plan, develop and succeed as a creative entrepreneur.

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 Workshop Details
When
: Saturday 6th February
Cost: $75 members
           $90 non-members
Time: 2pm - 4pm (NSW)
CLOSED
​For  information on how to book by direct deposit, email: admin@newc.org.au

On Point: finding a fresh perspective (Online workshop)
Uncover the 'why' of your story and hone your writer's voice.  Understand the difference between point of view and the point of your story!  Learn strategies for polishing your work and how to prepare for competitions and publication.
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Workshop Details
​When: Saturday 20th February
Cost:   $75 members
             $90 non-members
Time:   2pm - 4pm (NSW)
CLOSED
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March

Screenwriting 101 with Greg Woodland (Online workshop)
​Join award-winning writer/director and script editor, Greg Woodland, as he takes you through the key elements of successful scriptwriting, including: genre, tone, structure, premise, dialogue, formatting, outlining and rewriting! A crash course 101 on turning your dreams and ideas into reality.

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Workshop Details
​When: Saturday 6th March
Cost:   $75 members
             $90 non-members
Time:   2pm - 4pm (NSW)
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Writing Romantic Thrillers (Online workshop + text-based exercises)
In this mix of prepared writing resources and exercises, completed by an online group discussion and Q&A, Bronwyn Parry will share her expertise on how to take your romantic thriller to the next level.

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Workshop Details
​When: Saturday 20th March
Cost:   $60 members
             $75 non-members
Time:   2pm - 3pm (NSW)

Bookings close: Sunday 14 March
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Inside Story (In-person / Armidale)
Join this fun and informative all-day workshop, offering an unparalleled insight into the genre of children's picture books.

This workshop has a strong interactive and hands-on element. Led by local professional writers, illustrators, designers and editors from the United Publishers of Armidale, the Inside Story workshop is designed to demystify the creation and publication of children's picture books, and equip aspiring locals for potential future careers in the industry.

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Workshop Details
When:   Saturday 27th March
Where:  Armidale Ex-Services Club
Cost:      $30 members
                 $45 non-members
Time:      9.30am - 3.30pm

Inside Story participants are eligible for a 20% discount on selected workshops (click the link opposite to find out more)

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April

Turn the key on your next story: online lecture & critique clinic
Angela Slatter will be running this intensive one-day short story critique clinic, including teaching sessions in the morning, followed by group critiques, including feedback from Angela on each submission, in the afternoon.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a group, online, environment with this award-winning author, editor and writing mentor. The class size is limited to eight and booking your place means that you're committing to submitting a short-story of up to 4,000 words in addition to reading and reviewing all of the other submissions. 

Due to limited numbers and high demand, please make sure to familiarise yourself with the submission guidelines and cancellation and refund policies before booking.  

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Workshop Details
When:  Saturday 24th April
Where: Online (+ pre-reading)
Cost:    $125 members
               $150 non-members
Time:   10:00 am - 5.40pm
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May

Life Writing (In Person / Armidale)
​In this highly participatory workshop in creative non-fiction, Graeme Gibson uses his background in adult learning to ensure participants learn not just from him, but from and with each other. Writing exercises progressively build upon each other, starting with finding a hook, developing your use of sensory language and locating the narrative through to polishing.
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Workshop Details
When:  Saturday 1 May
Where: University of the 3rd Age
             166 Barney Street, Armidale

Cost:    $100 members
             $125 non-members
Time:   10:00 am - 3.00pm
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​Booked In! Children's Literature Festival  (School Visits / In Person)
​From Wednesday 26 May to Friday 29 May, local primary schools will have the opportunity to invite the beloved children's author illustrator, Gabrielle Wang and local illustrator Sandy Flett, to their school for a talks on writing and illustrating!

To arrange a visit to your school, please contact the New England and North West sub-branch of the Children's Book Council of Australia, directly by email:
cbcnewenglandnorthwest@gmail.com
School visits
When: from 26-29 May (inclusive)
Where: at your school!
Time: please ask your school librarian
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Structure & Plotting when Writing for Children (In Person / Armidale)
In this half-day, in-person workshop being held upstairs at the wonderful BooBooks second-hand book store in Armidale, you will work directly with the beloved children's author, Gabrielle Wang, as she discusses the critical aspects of structure and plotting when writing for children, including a series of creative exercises and ways to gather and explore new ideas.  Gabrielle is based in Melbourne, so this is a unique opportunity to take advantage of her knowledge and experience. Space is limited so make sure to book early to ensure a seat.
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Workshop Details
When:  Saturday 29 May
Where: Upstairs | BooBooks
               Armidale Mall
               176 Beardy Street

Cost:     $100 members
                $125 non-members
Time:    10:00 am - 1:00pm
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June        Crime month

Rural Crime Writing Festival (Online Webinar)
What an amazing line-up of Australian, world-famous, award-winning crime writers we have for you!  Make sure to book the date in your calendar, as we're finalising the schedule and it will be available soon.  Throughout the day, join presentations by crime writers across the genre: fiction, true-crime, novels, short stories, poetry and, to finish off, a panel with all the writers together, moderated by the fabulous Carmel Shute of Sisters-in-Crime. 
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Click here to find out more - and stand by for more information coming your way soon!
Festival Details
When: Saturday 12 June 2021
Where: Online
Cost:  tba
​Time: 9.00am, - 5.30pm
Including the opening of the 2021 Thunderbolt Prize for Crime Writing competition.

July​         Illustration month

Discover your illustration style (Online)
Share an exciting, artistically experimental workshop with Fiona McDonald to explore your creative style using black and white media including biro, felt tip pen and graphite (pencil in its various forms). ​The workshop will cover composition, light and shade, rendering and techniques for each of the media covered.
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​Are you preparing to enter the 2021 Illustration Prize? Then this workshop is for you!
Workshop Details
When:  Saturday 10 July
Where: Online

Cost:    $75 members
             $90 non-members
Time:   2:00pm - 4.00pm
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The Illustrated Story, with Lorena Carrington (In Person / Armidale)
We're incredibly fortunate to secure a visit by Lorena Carrington, a Victorian-based photographic artist and book illustrator. Lorena exhibits regularly in galleries around Australia and her presentations, talks and illustration workshops are hugely popular. This is a unique opportunity for locals of all ages to join Lorena in an exploration of surroundings and the use of cyanotype to create your own unique, inspirational creatures and landscapes.

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Workshop Details
When:   Saturday 17 July 2021
Where:  The Packsaddle Studio
                NERAM
Cost:      $50 Members
                $65 Non Members
Time:    10am - 2pm
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Editing Your Manuscript (In person / Armidale)
​Dr Linda Nix, IPEd Accredited Editor and Partner at Golden Orb Creative, will be running this intensive, in-person workshop for local writers intent on understanding the professional editing process - finding the right editor, the different levels of editing and when each is needed, and self-editing techniques to improve your work.

Prepare for self-publishing month coming up in August!
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Workshop Details
When:   Saturday 24 July 2021  
Where:  University of the 3rd Age
                166 Barney Street

                Armidale
Cost:     $80 members
                $95 non-members
Time:    10:00 am - 3.00pm
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August   Self-Publishing month

Self-Publishing with InDesign (3 x In Person / Armidale)
Armidale-based author, professional book designer, and commissioning editor at Christmas Press Books, Beattie Alvarez, will be running this series of three two-hour workshops across three weekends, on how to use Adobe InDesign to layout your manuscript and create a book cover. 

You'll need:  A laptop, with Adobe InDesign already installed.  A manuscript file for your text and images.

Participants of the InDesign workshops are invited to join our follow-up presentation, Self-Publishing & The Indie Author, for free.

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Workshop Details
When:   7, 14 & 21 August 2021
Where:  Upstairs | BooBooks
                Armidale Mall
                176 Beardy Street
Cost:      $120 members
                $150 non-members
​Time:     2pm - 4pm
                 (each workshop)
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Self-Publishing & The Indie Author
Join Debbie Lee, Senior Manager, Content Acquisition and Business Development with global print-on-demand and distribution platform, Ingram Content Group for this essential introduction to self-publishing:
  • Becoming an Indie author
  • The small press model
  • Production process
  • Building your platform
  • Reaching your audience.
Publishing your own book is a significant challenge - getting the right advice from the outset will ensure that your experience is rewarding.

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Workshop Details
When:   Saturday 28 August 2021
Time:     2pm - 4pm
Where
:  Online, via Zoom
Cost:      $30 members
                 $45 non-members
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September

Writing SUPER! Creative Kidlit with Henry Lien
Be inspired and have (a lot of) fun exploring diversity in narrative structures and the transformative power of enthusiasm with US-based author, Henry Lien.   This is an intensive workshop, using focused exercises to work through concept generation, analysis and development. Tap into Henry's unique brand of energy and enthusiasm to step out of the box and differentiate yourself!

A fabulous opportunity to work with an acclaimed international author of literature for young people. 

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Workshop Details
When:    Saturday 11 September 2021
Time:     10:00am - 1.00pm (NSW)
Where:   Online, via Zoom
Cost:       $75 Members
                  $90 Non-members
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  • Home
  • Program
    • 2021 Summer Micro Grants
    • Managing your creative business
    • On Point: finding a fresh perspective
    • Screenwriting 101
    • Writing Romantic Thrillers
    • Inside Story
    • Short Story Crit Clinic
    • Life Writing
    • Structure & plotting when writing for children
    • Rural Crime Writing Festival
    • Discover your illustration style
    • The Illustrated Story
    • Editing Your Manuscript
    • Self-publishing with InDesign
    • Self-publishing & The Indie Author
    • Writing super creative kidlit
  • About
    • Our Board
    • Our Sponsors
  • Membership
  • Contact Us
  • 2020 Archive
    • Thunderbolt Prize 2020 >
      • Thunderbolt Prize 2020 Judges Reports
      • Thunderbolt Prize 2020_Winning submissions
    • Illustration Prize 2020 Winners
    • Varuna Fellowship 2020
    • Historical Novel Prize >
      • About the judges
  • Resources
    • Blog
    • By The Book video series
    • Stories Connect
    • Useful links!