Year of the Writer is a suite of masterclass series for writers who are undertaking the enormous and dedicated task of writing a novel.
QWC is offering 2 strands in 2010: Year of the Novel, and Year of the Edit.
These masterclasses are exclusive to Queensland Writers Centre members.
Time: Each masterclass runs from 10am - 4.30pm.
Cost: $595 (a non-refundable $295 deposit is required to secure your booking with the balance to be paid no later than 14 days prior to the first masterclass)
Venue: Room 1B, Level 1, State Library of Queensland, Cultural Centre, Stanley Place, South Brisbane
Bookings: If you have any questions about your suitability for either of these masterclass series please contact QWC prior to booking, our team is happy to assist you on 07 3842 9922 or qldwriters@qwc.asn.au. Or you can book online.
Other information: Tea and coffee are provided by QWC. Please BYO lunch.
| August - December 2010 |
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| Saturdays 14 August, 25 September, 16 October, 20 November and 11 December |
Express Year of the Novel with Kim Wilkins |
| October 2010 – May 2011 |
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| Saturdays 23 October, 4 December, 29 January, 26 March and 21 May |
Year of the Novel with Trent Jamieson |
| July – November 2010 - POSTPONED UNTIL OCTOBER 2010 TO FEBRUARY 2011 |
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Sundays 4 July, 8 August, 12 September, 3 October and 7 November POSTPONED. NEW DATES ARE Sundays 3 October, 7 November, 12 December, 9 January 2011 and 13 February 2011
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Year of the Edit with Kim Wilkins |
Saturdays 14 August, 25 September, 16 October, 20 November and 11 December.
The Year of the Novel program, but conveniently condensed into a 6-month period.
Challenge yourself to complete the ultimate writing journey in Express Year of the Novel. Over 5 progressive masterclasses you will be inspired and challenged to overcome road blocks and, most importantly, to keep writing.
The first 10 pages will be read and feedback given by your tutor as your manuscript develops, and individual masterclass sessions focus on elements of teh novel including structure and pace, characterisation, narrative voice and self-editing. QWC will set up an online group for your class so you can keep in touch, share milestones and give encouragement between classes.
Saturdays 23 October, 4 December, 29 January, 26 March and 21 May.
Challenge yourself to complete the ultimate writing journey in Year of the Novel. Over five progressive workshops you will be inspired and challenged to overcome road blocks and, most importantly, to keep writing.
The first 10 pages will be read and feedback given by your tutor as your manuscript develops, and individual masterclass sessions focus on the writer’s guide to narrative structure, characterisation, developing voice and self-editing. QWC will set up an online group for your class so you can keep in touch, share milestones and give encouragement between classes.
Sundays 4 July, 8 August, 12 September, 3 October and 7 November. POSTPONED.
NEW DATES ARE: Sundays 3 October, 7 November, 12 December, 9 January 2011, and 13 February 2011.
Any author will tell you the first draft is never the last. Novel writing is a long process, and revising and editing are often the biggest challenges writers face. Year of the Edit will help you explore the possibilities in your completed draft.
Over 5 progressive masterclasses you will develop skills in structural editing, expression, grammar, style and group critique. Your peers will provide critique during the series and your tutor will assist in outlining the strengths and potential in your submitted work.
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