How To Write Your Novel
From idea, to execution, to finding an agent - this course covers it all.
Using his own journey to publication as inspiration (and others!), in this course Ben Hobson will take participants through their manuscript, giving them ideas and tools in order to develop the best version of what they have. Then, we'll talk about possible outcomes for publication, and what type of mindset is required to take a novel from idea, all the way through to receiving those first reviews!
Learning outcomes
Find out more about:
Taking ideas from your mind, to the page
Investigating, and elevating, every moment of prose
Learning quickly from mistakes
Embedding exposition in character
Writing riveting drama
Submitting your manuscript to agencies and publishers
Format
This is a hybrid workshop with a focus on writing craft and on industry information; it will be held in-person at State Library of Queensland and live streamed simultaneously to an online audience via Zoom.
About Ben
Ben Hobson is a teacher, and an author, based in Brisbane. To Become a Whale, his debut novel, was released in 2017. His second novel, Snake Island, a literary thriller, was released in 2019. The Death of John Lacey is his third novel, and will be released in February, 2023. He also runs Ben's Book Club, a monthly online book club for libraries, and the Burgers, Beers and Books podcast.
Queensland Writers Centre membership
Consider becoming a member of Queensland Writers Centre ( $79 / year) to save up to 30% across our Program of workshops, courses and events - including up to $50 on your booking for How To Write Your Novel. Queensland Writers Centre membership includes a host of benefits:
Belong to a vibrant community of Queensland writing
Discounts of up to 30% across our Program, services, and competitions
Subscription to the quarterly WQ magazine
Priority access to writing advice from our experienced team
Recognition for your writing achievements in our Member Milestones
Access to Writer's Consults, the Writer's Surgery program and other members only services
Access to member benefits of other state writers' centres in the National Writers Centre Network
Find more information on our website or get in touch with the team today.
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