Discover what tools every creative writer needs in their toolbox, and how to use them.

Writing is a craft as well as an art, and just like any other craftsperson, a writer must master the tools of their trade. Learn what tools you need and how to wield them (and why every writer needs a fishing net, a magnifying glass, a cone of silence, a whip, a sword, a cauldron, and a tightrope.)

This is a course for both aspiring writers wishing to acquire the tools they need and for established writers wanting to help keep their tools free of rust.

Learning outcomes

As part of this workshop, participants will learn more about:

How to create a sentence that sings
Bringing characters to vivid and blazing life
Building a compelling plot that readers can't put down
How to weave together action, dialogue & description
How to start, how to keep on going, and how to end.

Format

This is an in-person workshop with a focus on writing craft; it will be held at State Library of Queensland. This workshop is suitable for writers of all levels and writing backgrounds.

About Kate

Dr Kate Forsyth is an award-winning author, poet and performance storyteller called one of ‘the finest writers of this generation’. Novels for adults include Psykhe, a reimagining of the ancient Greek myth; The Crimson Thread, set in Crete during World War II; and Bitter Greens, a retelling of Rapunzel which won the ALA for Best Historical Fiction. Non-fiction titles include Searching for Charlotte: The Fascinating Story of Australia’s First Children’s Author, longlisted for the 2021 Readings Non-Fiction Prize. Her books for children include 'Kate Forsyth's Long-Lost Fairy-Tales', illustrated by Lorena Carrington. She runs literary and creative writing retreats in Australia, Greece, and the UK.

For more information about Queensland Writers Centre’s Program of Events and answers to FAQs, please visit: www.queenslandwriters.org.au/program-info