🚨 Writers, assemble! 🚨

Come join

Pitch to Publish: The Seminar

an unmissable live online event created by WA’s leading writers’ centres:

Fellowship of Australian Writers WA
Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers' Centre
Out of the Asylum Writers’ Group
Peter Cowan Writers' Centre
WA Poets Inc.

📅 Date: Saturday, 26 July 2025
⏰ Time: 1:00pm – 3:30pm AWST
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🎙️ Moderator: Holly Craig – author of The Rip, The Shallows, and Audible exclusive Mayday

💡 What to Expect

This dynamic 2.5-hour seminar features a panel of leading publishers, including:

Atria Books Australia
Elephant Page Publishing
Fremantle Press
New Dawn
Upswell
UWA Publishing

Designed for writers ready to take the next step in their creative journey, this event provides practical, professional insight into the publishing process. You'll gain knowledge about:

Crafting standout pitches
Structuring query letters
Professional expectations and conduct
Current market trends and publisher preferences

📋 Program Outline

Welcome & Introduction
Pitching That Stands Out
Effective Structure of Query Letters
Professional Conduct & Expectations
Trends, Market Readiness & Fit
Live Audience Q&A

💬 Questions?

The final 30 minutes will be reserved for a live Q&A. Post your questions in the Zoom chat during the session. The moderator will select a range of questions for the panel.

Please note: questions that are too personal or specific may not be included to ensure broader relevance.

⚠️ Important Note

Pitching your story during this seminar is not permitted. This is an educational event designed to prepare you for future opportunities with publishers in a professional, informed way.

🎯 Who Should Attend?

This seminar is perfect for:

Emerging writers preparing to submit their first manuscript
Writers looking to understand what publishers are really looking for
Anyone curious about navigating the submission and publication process

🖥️ Access Info

The Zoom link will be emailed 24 hours before the event. Please ensure you have Zoom installed and tested beforehand. Being on time is essential for a smooth experience.

We’re looking forward to seeing you there!