A great pitch can sell a novel. It makes your writing stand out before the publisher has read the first word, getting them excited about your project. When writers talk about pitching, it usually means a verbal, one-on-one with a publisher or agent where your book may then be requested, read and considered for publication. […]

Because Writers SA believes in fostering all writers, even from a young age, we hold writing workshops for young people regularly throughout the year and in the school holidays. The emphasis is on fun and coming away with something tangible. If you are from a school or organisation we can also develop kids and young […]

SA Writers Centre has partnered with the George Town Literary Festival, in Penang, Malaysia, to include an established South Australian writer on the 2016 GLTF festival program. This year, Manal Younus was the successful representative. The festival runs 25- 27 November 2016. This year’s theme is Hiraeth, a Welsh word evoking a longing for a […]

The Australian Society of Authors is most pleased to announce the shortlist for the 2016 Barbara Jefferis Award. The Barbara Jefferis Award is offered for “the best novel written by an Australian author that depicts women and girls in a positive way or otherwise empowers the status of women and girls in society”. The Award […]

SA Writers Centre is interested in receiving workshop proposals from experienced teachers, writers and publishing industry professionals to include in our 2017 Program. If you are a published writer, or have relevant industry experience, please complete a workshop proposal form for each workshop you would like us to consider. We are looking for a variety […]

We’ve got some exciting developments and projects underway, so the Centre will be closed to the public for the next two weeks, reopening as per normal opening hours on 10am, 20 September, 2016. All emails and phone messages will be attended to at our earliest convenience. If you would like to speak to someone in […]

Consultation Plus Feedback Discount Offer From now until the middle of September we are offering an incredible discount on some of our most popular services. For a limited time you can put the spring back into your writing by getting a Consultation PLUS First Feedback for ONLY $75. This is an incredible saving of $75. […]

Kill Your Darlings is thrilled to announce exciting plans for 2017, including a transition to digital-only publishing, an expansion in content, and two inaugural awards for early-career writers. From 1 January 2017, KYD will become a digital-only publisher. The April 2017 edition will be the last print magazine produced. (more…)

By Dr. Scott Zarcinas Turning your writing into a business that pays you an income is an aspiration of many writers. Monetising your words so that you can leave your day job is a dream for many wordsmiths. JOIN US FOR WRITING BUSINESS SECRETS The fact that many bestselling authors have achieved this is testimony […]

by Jane Turner Goldsmith “Get him up the tree; throw rocks at him; get him down”. So runs the formula for the classic story, also known as the three-act play structure or the ‘narrative arc’ of a story. All the ingredients of a satisfying story are here: conflict, challenge, resolution. If you think about it, […]

Events and Workshops in Adelaide at SA Writers Centre Here’s your quick downloadable and shareable pdf events and workshop guide: Events and Workshops – August Events & Workshops – September (more…)

Caroline Reid is our current Writer in Residence. We had a quick Q&A chat with her. If you were a supermarket item, what would you be and why? Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbeque Sauce. It just rolls off the tongue. Who wouldn’t want to be called Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbeque Sauce? If you could be a […]

By Jillian Schedneck I spent two weeks in Chiang Mai, Thailand visiting my sister and her family. My mother and aunt came too, and it was their first time in Thailand. As you can imagine, there was a lot going on. But were there any stories with a clear and compelling beginning, middle and end? […]

by Amelia Walker The red post box creaked greedily as I pulled the parcel chute open, placed my yellow envelope inside, then let go, surrendering months and years of love and labour into the darkness of transit, and ultimately, my publisher. Whoosh. The parcel slid against metal and landed, thud, in the belly of the […]

The 12th annual Salisbury Writers’ Festival is proudly presented by the City of Salisbury in partnership with the SA Writers Centre. The Festival will provide a series of events for the writing, journalism, design and music enthusiasts. These include workshops, presentations, competitions and even a chance to pitch your ideas to a publisher. (more…)