Upcoming Events

Join me in discussion with Dr Ginni Mansberg as she explores the issues around menopause: symptoms, options, treatments, remedies, expectations and choices.

Join me in conversation with JP Pomare about his much anticipated new novel In the Clearing.

Join me in discussion with Mary Garden about her book Sundowner of the Skies: The story of Oscar Garden, the Forgotten Aviator.

Writing War will be a fantastic panel on writing historical war stories linked to contemporary themes. Join me in discussion with Nigel Featherstone, Simon Cleary and Melanie Myers for their unique perspectives on the legacy of war.

Join me for an informative and fun workshop about characterisation: a mix of writing exercises, examples and discussion, with plenty of handouts and take-home information.

This workshop will focus on:

* characterisation and how it is related to plot, setting and themes
* how to build resilient characters
* how to use dialogue, movement, behaviour, backstory and childhood memories to build believable characters
* love, lies and loss
* how to evoke emotion in your reader