From Ideas To Execution with Melissa Ashley
From inspiration to explication: build the confidence to transform your brilliant idea into a work of successful creative writing.
Traditional Publishing in Queensland with Lauren Mitchell
Learn about your local publishing industry from an insider.
Plot and Narrative Structure with Lamisse Hamouda
Explore plot and narrative structure to enhance your writing.
Plot and Narrative Structure with Lamisse Hamouda | Adaptable 2024/25
Explore plot and narrative structure to enhance your writing. Held as part of Adaptable 2024/25.
Who is Speaking with Nadine Davidoff
Gain a sharper understanding of point-of-view and its essential role in all narrative writing.
How to Develop a Crime Fiction Series with Patricia Wolf
The art of turning your crime fiction story into a series.
Writing Life Naturally with Mary-Rose MacColl
Finding your own true story through nature.
Words and Pictures with Shannon Horsfall
Writing for Picture Books – a practical hands-on workshop in multimodal narratives.
Practical Tools To Get Writing with Emma Darragh
Whether you don’t know where to start, or you’re looking to unlock your creativity, this interactive workshop will get you writing.
Crafting Human Stories in Speculative Fiction with Trent Jamieson
The process of making your characters live and breathe in worlds that aren’t our own.
Using Author Branding to Sell Books with C T Mitchell
Learn to use author branding to build trust, visibility, and an audience of long-term readers.
Beginning a Play with Hilary Bell
Through writing games and exercises participants will create characters, conflict, story and structure, and begin to write a new play.
Writing Articles for Journal and Magazine Submission with Lystra Rose
Crafting clear and engaging stories in the 'age of info' saturation.
Telling The Truth Through Poetry with Anna McGahan
Learn to write poetry that exposes the universal realities of being human with specificity.
Setting: More Than Just The Scenery with Edwina Shaw
Super power your writing and create memorable story worlds through setting.
Introduction To Creative Writing with Laura Jean McKay
Interested in starting off with creative writing, or in need of a refresher?
Release Your Inner Editor with Judy Gregory
Learn how to self-edit and polish your manuscript.
Fantasy Worldbuilding with Kylie Chan | GenreCon 2025
Develop rich imaginary settings that your readers will be eager to explore in this Gold Coast GenreCon satellite event.
Writing Engaging Middle Grade Fiction with Sophie Beer
Award-winning author and illustrator Sophie Beer takes you through the nitty gritty of pulling together the middle grade novel of your dreams.
Art And The Crowd-funding Author with Tansy Rayner Roberts
Whether you’re indie or trad, every author longs for cute book merch!
How To Plan Your Memoir with Tess Rowley
Create a memoir that will be a lifelong testament for your family to treasure.
Creating Believable Characters with Vicki Bennett
Worldbuilding for writers - learn how to create believable characters.
Writing Neurodivergent Characters For Authenticity And Diversity with Josephine Moon
Bring relatable and beloved neurodivergent characters to life that embrace those beyond Sheldon, Rain Man, detectives and savants.
Graphic Storytelling with Isobelle Carmody
Learn to create your own graphic novel story, with experienced writer/illustrator Isobelle Carmody.
Self-Publishing 101 with Ann Dettori
Take the leap from manuscript to published book — your story deserves to be told.
Stories With Spice with Anne Freeman
Bypass the cringe and bring the smoulder to your sex-scene writing.
Writing Dialogue That Sounds Real with Emily Larkin
Learn how to craft dialogue that sounds real and helps immerse your reader.
Introduction To Creative Writing with Matthew Condon
Interested in starting off with creative writing, or in need of a refresher?
Basic Instinct: Writing Crime & Thrillers with Poppy Gee
Helpful tips, tricks and tools for the emerging crime writers' toolbox.
Podcasting For Writers with Ben Hobson
Learn how to create, write, organise, record, and upload your own podcast.
Writing For Children with Charlotte Barkla | Gold Coast
Learn how to write and pitch kids' books that children (and publishers) love.
Write Through with Andrea Baldwin
Learn to use your creativity as a resource to help you cope, learn and grow through a difficult time.
Social Media For The Socially Awkward with Kate Forsyth
Discover how to connect with potential readers and share your story with the world.
Writer's Toolbox with Kate Forsyth
Discover what tools every creative writer needs in their toolbox, and how to use them.
Legacy Storytelling with Caylie Jeffery
Legacy is our human story, giving life meaning and connecting us through relationships, communities, and spirit. How will you share yours?
Exploring Ideas for Stage and Screen with Elaine Acworth
What makes an idea great? How do you know it’s the right idea for you?
Short and Sharp: Writing Flash Fiction with Amanda O'Callaghan
Small is beautiful! How flash fiction will make you a better writer.
Building Plot From Character with Lili Wilkinson
Learn to craft a sturdy and compelling story via a list of 20 character-driven questions.
Voice is Everything with Sarah Kanake
Find your unique voice and transform your writing.
How to Write Compelling Characters with Christine Wells
Make the characters in your novel come alive.