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Bring out your inner Hemingway with our smattering of writing courses that cover everything from creative writing to professional writing for businesses. Not able to commit to a long-term course? How about one of our pop-up writing workshops that will give you impactful learning in short time bursts? We’re ready if you are.
Whether you’re keen to learn the basics or expand your professional horizons, we have a wide range of writing classes taught by Melbourne ’s best writers!
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Our writing courses cover multiple genres and skill levels. Courses include novel writing (character development, plotting, publishing pipeline), creative nonfiction and short story writing, screenwriting for film and television, poetry, fairy tales and fantasy, horror writing, and specialized workshops like picture book illustration. We also offer journaling for creativity, storytelling workshops, and writing groups for young writers. Most courses are delivered online via Zoom, with some in-person options available.
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Yes. Multiple courses are explicitly designed for all skill levels, including absolute beginners. The 10-week Picture Book Writing and Illustration Course accommodates adults with all skill levels. Novel Writing, Creative Nonfiction, and Screenwriting courses welcome both beginners and those with prior writing experience seeking to refine their manuscripts. Young writer groups are specifically designed as low-pressure, confidence-building environments for newer writers.
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Course lengths vary. Most online writing courses run 6-8 weeks with weekly sessions delivered via Zoom. Some specialized workshops are single sessions (1 hour) or one-day intensives. The Picture Book course is 10 weeks. Several writing groups meet regularly on ongoing bases. Most courses are delivered online via Zoom for flexibility, though some in-person workshops are available in locations like Sydney and Melbourne.
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Yes. Interactive courses like Novel Writing, Screenwriting, and Poetry workshops include peer feedback and instructor guidance on manuscripts and writing exercises. The Picture Book course provides step-by-step guidance tailored to individual student styles. Storytelling workshops include practical feedback on narrative structure and performance. Writing groups emphasize sharing work and receiving constructive feedback in supportive environments, though sharing is always optional.
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The Novel Writing course covers the publishing pipeline, including how to write a synopsis, prepare draft submissions, and navigate publication options. A dedicated webinar on 'Publish a Book' explores self-publishing strategies, entering competitions, and publishing goals. These courses provide practical insights into industry requirements and submission processes to help writers prepare their work for publication.
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Yes. Virtual Writers Groups for Young Writers are conducted by published author Melissa Gijsbers in low-pressure online sessions with writing prompts and peer connection. Homeschoolers Virtual Writers Group offers similar instruction. For teenagers, 'When The Page Walks' is a two-day workshop facilitated by award-winning poets Ruby and Eric from Te Kāhui. 'Word Up, Stand Up' is a six-week program covering fiction, rap writing, and performance poetry. Year 11 & 12 Creative Writing Classes focus on short story and memoir writing with qualified English teachers.
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