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TikTok and BookTok for Writers and Authors
Date: June 5, 2022
Social media is a powerful way to build your author platform, connect with readers, and sell books—this workshop will take you through using TikTok to help build a thriving writing career.
Top Ten Tips from Debut Author Dinuka McKenzie
Date: June 7, 2022
If you’re wondering how to crack the Aussie market, how to get your book noticed in contests, or how the process works when you’re releasing a debut with a large publisher, this author talk is for you!
Craft Clinic: Emotional IQ
Date: June 18, 2022
Harness the power of emotional intelligence to build compelling characters and captivate readers with this hands-on creative session led by Allayne Webster.
The Art of the Personal Essay
Date: June 18, 2022
**Please note the date of this workshop is June 18** Join Dr Lee Kofman to learn about different forms of personal essays, discuss how to find your themes and voice, and look at examples by known writers to learn more about structure.
Genre Hopping
Date: June 26, 2022
Join Dr Damon Young for an exploration of genres: what are they? Why do they matter? And can we bend the 'rules' to create new pieces of work, blending one or two or even three genres?
Work Space: Autumn Edition (online)
Date: July 2, 2022
When writers work together, something magical happens, and Writers SA's Work Space is back in July! Work Space is a digital place to get together with other writers and just write. Over the course of a day, we'll dig deep to hit those word count goals. Whether you're planning to write a novel in a month or get a neglected creative project back on track, this day is designed for you to carve out some hardcore writing time.
On Demand – 1001 Paths to Publication
Date: December 31, 2022
Writers SA presents an on-demand workshop that you can watch in your own time for a short time. Two videos will give an overview of the traditional publishing model in Australia, and overseas, followed by some self-publishing options. You can then download the FAQ's and a spreadsheet with some handy details about which genres are best represented by Australian vs overseas markets.
On Demand – Self-publishing 101
Date: December 31, 2022
Whether you're looking to make a career out of self-publishing or have just one book to publish, but you don't know where to start, this workshop will help you with the knowledge you'll need to bring your manuscript to market.
On Demand – Goal, Motivation, Conflict
Date: December 31, 2022
Writers SA presents an on-demand workshop you can watch in your own time for a short time. Making up the foundation of almost all fast paced fiction is the concept of Goal, Motivation, Conflict, the 'who, what, why and why not'. In this short video, we'll walk you through the steps to see if your story has it.
On Demand – Getting Submission Ready
Date: December 31, 2022
Join Writers SA's Bronwyn Tilley as we navigate what a successful query letter should look like when you're ready to start submitting to publishers and agents so you can create one of your own!
On Demand – Fiction Writing Essentials
Date: December 31, 2022
Writers SA presents an on-demand workshop you can watch in your own time for a short time. We'll analyse what makes a great 3D character, as well as what you need in order to keep your plot exciting and your reader turning the pages.
Our city workshop program is presented in partnership with the Adelaide City Libraries. ACL members receive a discount off the full price of City Libraries workshops. Contact ACL for a booking code.
Adelaide City Library members receive a discount off the full price of selected Writers SA workshops. Please contact the Adelaide City Libraries to receive a promotional code to use when booking.



