A creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre.

The February theme for Youth Writing Saturdays is Retelling Tales.

Calling all the fantasy, fairy tale, and mythology lovers! Some story endings leave us teary, and some leave us laughing. But some endings leave us wondering… What if?

What if Cinderella never lost her glass slipper? What if Pandora never opened the box? In our "Retelling Tales" workshop, young writers will be able to create their own spin on their favourite tales and explore the stories that left them wondering what would have happened if they had written them differently.

About the workshop

Youth Writing Saturdays is a creative writing workshop for young people held monthly at Queensland Writers Centre. Whether the young writers are self-publishing savants or eager bookworms, Youth Writing Saturdays provides a space where they can find their tribe.

Please ensure you select the right ticket type for yourself or your child:

• Grades 7-9: 10am -11:30am

• Grades 10-12: 1pm - 2:30pm

Learning outcomes

Working with a practical approach, the input from students shapes the curriculum, topics, and writing exercises from month to month. Two tutors facilitate the workshop and offer support by listening to ideas, reading work, and helping edit pieces for submission opportunities. We’re all about working towards goals, publishing opportunities, allowing for writing time and free discussion at every workshop.

For parents and caretakers

During the workshop there are no parents allowed in the workshop room. Feel free to use the State Library Facilities, have a read, grab a coffee at the State Library Café or GOMA Café, go for a walk or nap in your car. Whatever suits you. We will be supervising the students during their sessions.

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