No story? No book. Gather storytelling essentials to make your characters pop.
Whether you want to write dynamic, new characters or breathe life into existing ones, this workshop is for you! Author/academic Emily Larkin will guide you to create character profiles, practice writing in your protagonist’s voice, and understand the function of different point-of-views and tenses. Discuss what makes a compelling protagonist/antagonist, and write memorable character descriptions.
Learning Outcomes:
Develop writing skills through exercises and group discussions in the key areas listed below:
Develop characters and characterisation,
Understand your protagonist’s motivations and fears,
Discuss what makes a memorable antagonist,
Create character profiles,
Practice writing in your protagonist’s voice,
Develop strong descriptions of character,
Discuss the interplay between telling and showing,
Understand the role of various points of view and tenses.
Course Dates (4-Week Duration)
Thursday 6.00pm - 8.00pm, 6 February 2020
Thursday 6.00pm - 8.00pm, 13 February 2020
Thursday 6.00pm - 8.00pm, 20 February 2020
Thursday 6.00pm - 8.00pm, 27 February 2020
Format:
This is a multi-part craft workshop for all writers.
About Emily:
Emily Larkin is a Queensland author and academic. Her picture book The Whirlpool (2017) is illustrated by Helene Magisson and published by Wombat Books. Emily holds a Doctorate in Creative Writing, and has worked as a Sessional Tutor at Australian universities such as UQ, QUT, and USC. She has published fiction internationally in journals, and loves running workshops.
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Unless otherwise stated, Queensland Writers Centre workshops and events are suitable for participants aged 16 years and over. If you are under 18 years of age, please check with us for suitability before purchasing a ticket.
Membership will be confirmed on arrival, in the event it isn't current, membership will need to be arranged.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Information on getting to the State Library of Queensland can be found here.
What can I bring into the event?
You can bring either pen and paper or a laptop along with you to write with. If you do bring a laptop, please remember to bring a power adaptor if necessary.
Will this event be live streamed?
Queensland Writers Centre aims to provide material to its membership regardless of where they reside within Queensland by live streaming some events. Attendees may be broadcast periodically throughout the event as recording takes place. If you wish not to be filmed, let staff know prior to the event.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
You can contact us by phone on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au
What's the refund policy?
If Queensland Writers Centre cancels an event, we will try to reschedule it for a later date. If we cannot reschedule the event, or if you are unable to attend on the amended date, your payment will be refunded in full.
Except in special circumstances, if you cancel a booking for, or are unable to attend an event, workshop, seminar, or course, Queensland Writers Centre cannot provide a refund. You can contact us to discuss your situation on 07 3842 9922 or email us at admin@qldwriters.org.au
Terms and Conditions
All information is correct at the time of publication. We reserve the right to make changes to the advertised program information (including course content and tutors), but if this occurs, we will try to provide as much notice as possible.
We expect that all participants will behave respectfully and professionally towards their tutor and fellow students. We reserve the right to remove anyone who behaves in an aggressive or disruptive manner. If a participant is asked to leave the class on this basis, we will not offer a refund.
We cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage or expense sustained by students as a result of an event or circumstance whether arising from natural cause, human agency or beyond our control otherwise.