"I found the Writers' Plan workshop extremely helpful and it has inspired me to begin work on my novel. I have begun the process of setting specific, measurable, accountable, realistic and timely writing goals and find I am now able to map out an achievable plan for the year."
- Paul Herschell, an aspiring writer.
Reach your 2020 writing goals by crafting your very own writers' plan.
As a writer, it can be difficult to think about large overarching goals, whether it is to get your first draft done, polish and prepare your work for submission, or build your author network and brand. Writers' Plan is a course that turns these intimidating goals into four achievable blocks: the sustainability of the writer, engagement with an audience, publishing schedule, and craft and conference planning. With CEO of Queensland Writers' Centre, Lori-Jay Ellis, learn how to be prepared for annual opportunities, competitions, and conferences, plan your online activity, build your audience engagement, and of course, keep on top of your writing! You will walk away with a clear, concise, and exciting view of your future writing life for the next twelve months.
Learning Outcomes
Through group work, individual meetings, and activities, you will have a clear idea of how to do the following:
Make a personal plan so you can sustain yourself writing.
Learn who your audience is and take the steps to engage with them.
Develop a publishing schedule.
Prepare for annual competitions, opportunities, and conferences.
Stay inspired with your craft and keep focused on your writing future.
Format
This is a workshop for all writers to sustain themselves writing.
About Lori-Jay Ellis
Lori-Jay Ellis is the CEO of the Queensland Writers Centre. There, she works to help writers at every stage of their writing journey, with comprehensive industry knowledge, programs, advice and support. Lori-Jay is a trained brand marketer and currently teaches and mentors writers and business owners on planning, organisation, and achieving outcomes in their writing lives.
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.