Flitting between different storylines creates intrigue and anticipation in your readers, and allows you to look at past events from multiple perspectives. But how do you braid narratives together so that they link up to reveal the broader picture? What makes a reader engage with more than one story, character and setting at one time? ... Read more
In this three-hour workshop, freelance editor, mentor and writer Elena Gomez will share foundational principles of editing compelling historical fiction. This workshop will cover different types of editing – including proofreading, copyediting and structural editing. Key structural elements covered include voice, structure, character and setting. This workshop will share editing tools that writers to apply ... Read more
The thought of writing historical fiction can be daunting. Writers might have a great idea for a historical novel but find the necessary research and its interpretation into fiction a little overwhelming. In this workshop, Mirandi Riwoe will discuss research methods and the writing processes involved in writing a historical novel. The workshop will include ... Read more
The Australian Aboriginal people are the oldest known civilization on Earth with ancestries stretching back over 70,000 years. Their history has been handed down in ways of stories, dances, myths and legends. Meet Indigenous Studies lecturer, Madison Shakespeare, to learn her insights into this ancient world and find ways to approach respectful research when writing ... Read more
Regency and Georgian history are enduring favourites for authors and readers alike, and no one knows these worlds better than best-selling historical romance novelist, Anne Gracie. Join her in discussing the romance, manners and social history of this fascinating time period, drawing on her boundless knowledge and research. About Anne Gracie Anne Gracie has been ... Read more
Join Nicole Alexander in exploring through the eccentricities of Victorian life - from the dress and customs of Industrial Age Britain to the Great Diaspora and adaptation of the British to colonial life. While an enormous topic, Nicole’s experience and insights will help navigate the discussion through this both familiar, and yet ever surprising, era. ... Read more
Making fiction requires not just artistic vision, but also the practical carpentry of writing. In this workshop for emerging fiction writers, internationally acclaimed author Kathryn Heyman will lead you through the crucial elements for structuring great fiction. By exploring the need for a bit of chaos in the writing process and giving you the ... Read more
What does the market for historical novels look like in this country? What are publishers looking for? How do they make their decisions? How can you best attract the attention of a publisher with your historical novel? And what pitfalls do you need to avoid throughout the process? This workshop includes an overview presentation, practical ... Read more
Grabbing and holding your readers' attention has never been more important and one means by which historical fiction can successfully do this is via a parallel narrative structure. It’s also a brilliant way to infuse your novel with page-turning mystery and suspense. International bestselling author, Kayte Nunn, who has written five novels with a ... Read more
Writing family history demands curiosity, research, interviewing, writing, and critical thinking. How do you develop the research skills of a researcher, the investigative skills of a journalist, and the imaginative empathy of a creative writer? How do you deal with dead ends, false leads, and too much/too little information? This practical workshop with Paula ... Read more
Are you having trouble identifying the key elements of your story? Have you become a victim of your own success when it comes to research? Do you want to ensure your manuscript is presented as professionally as possible when approaching a publisher or agent? Editor Linda Funnell will take you through the different stages ... Read more
In this workshop Anne Gracie will share her knowledge about the difference writing in a series made to her career. We'll discuss the appeal of some historical series and why readers like them. We will explore the features of various kinds of historical novel series and what might link a series — characters, themes, ... Read more
