Tools for Writing Fiction 2026

Presented by Dr Rosemary Montgomery, Tools for Writing Fiction focuses on developing writing ideas, techniques and practice, along with a strong strand of supportive editing of your work. The course is designed for people over 25 who want to develop new skills or extend the skills they already have in writing fiction. At the same time, TFWF will encourage confidence in presenting and discussing writing ideas to/with a group. Best of all, TFWF looks to create the motivation for making writing a satisfying habit in your life.

This course gets rave reviews from students and will book out—so get in quickly!

"I enjoyed the blend of confidently presented information, hands-on exercises, group discussions and supportive atmosphere for critiquing."

"Engaging, stimulating, motivating."

Subsidised concession fees are available—email info@southcoastwriters.org to apply.

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SESSIONS

8th August
29th August
19th September
17th October
7th November
28th November
12th December (optional session—reading of developed work)

All sessions will take place 1:30–3:30pm in Wollongong Library.

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Rosemary is an internationally published academic author whose Ph.D. thesis won a place in Picador’s ‘Thesis to Book’ program. She has also successfully supported and edited many first-time fiction writers.