Write Horror. Get Published. | Gothic Horror Writing Workshop | Ages 13-18

Write Horror. Get Published.

Part of The Spark by Centre for Stories, this two-day creative writing workshop is for young writers aged 13-18 who want to explore gothic horror and create their own dark story.

Bring a character, a nightmare, a strange idea - or start from scratch. Over two days, you’ll explore horror storytelling, develop your ideas and work towards a finished piece of writing.

And then? Get published.

Completed stories will be published in The Spark’s Gothic Horror Anthology, alongside work by other young writers.

You’ll explore:

• Gothic and horror storytelling

• Characters, atmosphere and suspense

• Psychological horror and unexpected twists

• Developing an idea into a finished story

No previous writing experience required.

Meet your facilitator

Karleah Olson is a writer of Gothic fiction inspired by Australian landscapes. Her novel A Wreck of Seabirds was shortlisted for the Fogarty Literary Award, the CBCA Book of the Year Award, and the Premier’s Book Awards. Her most recent work, Bloodwood, has recently been published with Night Parrot Press.

Good to know

• 6 and 8 October | 2:00pm-4:00pm

• $5 commitment fee for both days

• Snacks provided

• Mentoring support may be available after the workshop to help refine work for publication

The Spark is Centre for Stories’ free creative program for young people, offering opportunities to explore writing, comics, digital storytelling, performance and more.

100% of ticket sales support Centre for Stories’ community and social impact programs.