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Fairfield, Queensland, Australia
Fairfield Writers Group is a mix of beginner and experienced writers who meet the second and fourth Saturdays of the month at the Brisbane City Council Library in Fairfield Gardens Shopping Centre, Fairfield road, Fairfield, Queensland. Our passion is writing and we work hard at our craft. Our aim is to encourage, support and help each other to reach new heights in our writing. New members are always made welcome and usually whisked off to the local coffee shop at the end of meetings for sustenance and socialisation with the rest of the crew.

Welcome to Fairfield Writers Group

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Next Fairfield Writers Group Meetings

Next Meetings:

Exercises Group: 11 September 2010

Novel/Short Stories Group: 28 August 2010

Quote Of The Week

Writing is only boring to the people who are boring themselves.
Unknown


Exercise for September

HOMEWORK EXERCISE
FOR MEETING 11 SEPTEMBER 2010

Active vs. Passive Voice
(1) Write a short piece (250-500 words) in Passive Voice on any subject you like.

(2) Re-write the same piece of writing (250-500 words) in Active Voice.

(3) Compare the difference in the two styles of writing.

See attachments ‘Writing with Style – Active vs. Passive Voice

Queensland Writers Group

QWC News

Call for Expressions of Interest
QWC invites proposals from innovative and engaging writers of fiction and non-fiction to teach writing workshops and seminars in QWC's 2011 program of events. We also welcome proposals from editors and publishing industry professionals. We are only interested in tutors capable of professional, well-prepared and instructional presentations, who are serious about delivering value to participants and members. QWC is interested in proposals for events, from 2 hours to multi-day workshops. Proposals for workshops, seminars, masterclasses and other learning activities will be considered. Please download full guidelines from QWC's website prior to applying. Email submissions to Program Manager, Julie Beveridge at jbeveridge@qwc.asn.au by COB Monday 30 August. Hard copy and late submissions will not be considered.

QWC 2011 Workshop, Masterclass, and Seminar Program - Write Your Own Way!
Queensland Writers Centre (QWC) supports the development and opportunities of writers and celebrates our fine state's vibrant literary culture. Through our annual programs, QWC promotes skills development and professional practice, and works to advance the recognition of Queensland writers and writing, locally and nationally.
What are you looking for?

QWC wants to hear from writers in Queensland to help inform our 2011 program of workshops, masterclasses, and seminars. As such we are inviting suggestions from individuals and groups for the kind of workshop and seminar content you would find valuable to you.

What should you tell us?
Please make your suggestions by emailing a response to the following questions to QWC's Program Manager, Julie Beveridge at jbeveridge@qwc.asn.au, by Monday 30 August.

1. Where do you live?

2. What do you love to write?

3. What are you keen to learn?

4. What are your writing goals?

5. Are you part of a writer's group?

6. Are you a member of QWC?

Winter Warmer Special!
Don't forget that until Sunday 15 August you will get 10% off any QWC program purchase*. It's not too late to pull yourself out of a winter writing rut and wrap yourself in one of QWC's amazing writing programs.

Non-members can call or book online to receive the Winter Warmer discount. QWC members please call the awesome team at QWC on 07 3842 9922 and make sure you tell us the secret code words 'Winter Warmer' to receive your discount. . This offer finishes on Sunday 15 August and is available to members and non-members alike!

*QWC's Winter Warmer sale excludes Year of the Writer, Online Program, Books, Merchandise and Membership.

Building Your Own Blog with Elliott Bledsoe
When: Townsville - 10am-4.30pm, Saturday 21 August
Cairns - 9.30am-4pm, Sunday 22 August

Where: Townsville - CityLibraries Thuringowa Central, 86 Thuringowa Drive, Thuringowa Central.
Cairns - Room A101, Cairns Campus of the Tropical North Queensland TAFE, Eureka Street

Cost: QWC Members $85
QWC Concession Members $75
Non-members $115

A full day workshop giving you all the tools you need to build your online platform. This beginners course will take you step-by-step through building (and maintaining) your own blog and give you all the tips you need to develop your own online community, promote your writing, and develop your brand as an author.

You can book online at www.qwc.asn.au or by contacting QWC by phone on 07 3842 9922.

Writing Your Life with Patti Miller
When: 10.30am-4.30pm, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 August*

Where: QWC, Level 2, State Library of Queensland

Cost: QWC Members $210
QWC Concession Members $190
Non-members $310

A memoir is a powerful way to share your own personal story with the world. You may wish to share your extraordinary life with others, or highlight an event that changed your life. Shaping this story into a tale your reader finds memorable and rewarding can be a struggle. But with Patti Miller's help, you'll be enthralling them all. Patti, acclaimed writing teacher, will teach you techniques to help you find your voice, create a narrative from your life, and shape your story with texture and detail.

*This was incorrectly advertised in the July WQ as being held in July. August is the correct date.

You can book online here: http://qwc.asn.au/Shop/List/1/ProductID/593.aspx, or by calling QWC on 07 3842 9922.

Introduction to Creative Writing Online with Beth Flatley
When: 6 September - 17 October

Cost: $130 for a six-week course

There are a lot of us out there who write, scribbling ideas on bus tickets, boarding passes and coffee shop serviettes, but who never seem to turn these notes into anything. If you have been scribbling away quietly but have never finished anything and don't call yourself a writer, clear a few hours a week in your schedule to sit down and rediscover the art of creative writing in this practice-based series of online activities and resources. For more information about our online learning centre visit www.awmonlinelearn.com.au. To book, click here: http://awmonlinelearn.com.au/course/category.php?id=2.

Pitching to Publishers Online with Sally Collings
When: 1-28 September

Cost: $150 for a four-week course

You've written your manuscript (or the beginnings of one), now you need a publisher. This course will show you how to push all the right buttons to attract a publisher's eye. Discover what commissioning editors love and what they loathe, in a range of genres (non-fiction, fiction, children's). From writing a captivating synopsis to deciding where to send it, participants will work through all facets of the proposal process. For more information about our online learning centre, visit www.awmonlinelearn.com.au. To book, click here: http://awmonlinelearn.com.au/course/category.php?id=7.

To book into an online learning centre course, simply:

1. click on the name of the course

2. follow the prompts to create a new account, including using the email confirmation link

3. then you'll be taken to a screen where you can purchase a place on the course using PayPal.

Introduction to Creative Writing Part 2: A Tool Box for Writers with Donna Hancox
When: Evening class, 6pm-8pm, Wednesdays September 8, 15, 22, and 29

Cost: QWC Members $130
Concession Members $115
Non-members $190
This series of workshops explores the ways in which essential ingredients of creative writing can be exploited for their maximum potential. Once you understand how plot, characterisation, dialogue and setting work within a story you can start to write more effectively. Designed as a follow up to QWC's Introduction to Creative Writing part 1, this series will help you lay the foundation to produce a greater piece of writing. Perfect for anyone who is about to embark on their first novel!

To book, click here or phone 07 3842 9922.

QWC Resource Sheets
Questions about writing children's/YA fiction? See QWC's Resource Sheet on the topic!

Poet-in-Residence Update
Emily XYZ's 'second voice', Myers Bartlett, arrives on Tuesday 10 August. Catch them together at the opening night of Queenlsand Poetry Festival - tickets selling fast! For more information visit http://www.queenslandpoetryfestival.com/.

Community
Brisbane Science-Fiction and Fantasy Luncheon

When: 1pm-6pm, Saturday 7 August

Where: The Ship Inn, South Bank. This event repeats every month on the first Saturday.
For fans, writers, dreamers, visionaries, and anyone who wants to wax lyrical about any sci-fi show, movie or book in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The group usually have lunch to share and drinks, and sometimes organise events to promote to the rest of the local community.

Kirstyn McDermott Book Signing
Award-winning Melbourne writer Kirstyn McDermott will be in Brisbane this week to meet readers and writers and sign copies of her gothic novel Madigan Mine.

When: 12pm-1pm, Wednesday 15 September

Where: Pulp Fiction, Edward St, Brisbane

For more information visit www.kirstynmcdermott.com or call Pulp Fiction on 07 3236 2750.

Book Launch - Darren Groth
Meet Darren Groth at the Brisbane launch of his book, Kindling.

When: 6pm for a 6.30pm start, Thursday 12 August

Where: 193 Boundary Street, Avid Reader Bookshop, West End

Kindling is a compelling page-turner of healing, heroism and loss, a sophisticated telling of a heartbreakingly simple story. Told through a dual narrative of father and son, Kindling is a tale about nurturing the spark that resides within us all and fighting the flames that life sets in our path. Darren Groth is an Australian author, speaker, and mentor now living in Canada. This is a free event but RSVP essential. Email events@avidreader.com.au or call 07 3846 3422.

Book Launch - Rosanna Licari
Rosanna Licari, winner of the 2009 Thomas Shapcott Poetry Award, will be launching her book The Absence of Saints, at the Queensland Poetry Festival.
When: 11am, Sunday 29 August
Where: Shopfront space of the Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts
This is a free event. For more information, visit http://www.queenslandpoetryfestival.com/.

Book Launch - Belinda Jeffrey
UQP and Avid Reader are delighted to invite you to the launch of Belinda Jeffrey's new book Big River, Little Fish, to be launched by author and illustrator John Danalis.
When: 6pm-8pm, Monday 6 September
Where: Avid Reader, 193 Boundary Street, West End
RSVP essential: email events@avidreader.com.au or phone 07 3846 3422.

Matt Condon In Conversation
Matthew Condon is a distinguished author who has now become one of our leading social commentators. In his new book Brisbane he rediscovers the city of his childhood. Having returned here after many years, Matt takes the reader on a unique and personal journey through contemporary Brisbane, unearthing its history - sometimes literally - and painting a portrait of the contemporary transformation of the city. Matt will be in conversation with Stuart Glover.

When: 6pm for a 6.30pm start, Thursday 12 August
Where: Coaldrake's The Barracks, 61 Petrie Tce, Brisbane
Cost: $10 ($8 concession).

Numbers are limited so bookings are essential, phone 07 3367 8526. Coaldrake's is offering six complimentary tickets to QWC members. Email barracks@coaldrakes.com with your name and member number, for your chance to win.

Opportunities
Creative Communities

Two positions are currently being advertised within the Creative Communities team of Brisbane City Council. There are two permanent Band 5 positions within the Community Arts and Cultural Development Team currently advertised on Councils careers website. To have a look go to www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/careers and search job numbers: 669912 and 668937.

Vibewire
A newspaper article, a novel, a poem, a photograph, an artwork, a film - they are all stories. If you're a young writer who's been nursing an idea that hasn't come to fruition or a story that has yet to be told, August is your chance. There are two options to submit your work: 1. submit directly onto the Portal dashboard when logged in or 2. simply email your work and full name to editor@vibewire.org. You have until 25 August so start writing/creating now! For more information click here.

Australian Poetry
Australian Poetry is a new organization about to be launched in 2011 as a merger between the Australian Poetry Centre based in Melbourne and Poets Union based in NSW. Australian Poetry is seeking a National Director to oversee every aspect of the organisation. The Director should have a clear vision of how the organisation should evolve over the next three years (and beyond) and work towards executing a plan to achieve this vision. The selected candidate must be based in Melbourne for the time of employment. Deadline for applications is Friday 3 September. To find out more information or apply, please email admin@australianpoetrycentre.org.au for a position description and the selection criteria.
Could your arts project use $30,000?

The Regional Arts Fund is offering between $5,000 - $30,000 for regional community arts projects.

Round 2, 2010 applications due this Friday 13 August. For eligibility and application information,

visit http://incommunities.qac.org.au/funding or call 07 3004 7510.

WIN WIN WIN
The Kids are All Right Double Passes
Hopscotch Films are offering you the chance to win one of 40 double passes to the advance screenings of the wonderful new film, The Kids Are All Right across the weekend of August 27, 28 and 29. It's all about family! The most talked-about movie at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival, The Kids Are All Right, combines wonderful comedy with warm-hearted emotion in a vibrant and richly drawn portrait of a modern family. The Allgoods share a cozy Southern Californian home, experiencing life's typical ups and downs. The only difference is that this family has two mums'. When their two teenaged children decide to seek out their biological sperm donor-dad Paul (Mark Ruffalo), the household will never be the same again. To win a double pass simply email jdevantier@qwc.asn.au with 'The Kids are All Right' as the subject line, and your name and postal address in the body of the email.

New Australian Musical Celebrates Legendary Illusionist
Renowned Australian poet, Dr Bruce Dawe AO and musician, Russell Bauer have captured the essence of a remarkable life in their new music theatre. Houdini: The Man from Beyond celebrates the death-defying life of Harry Houdini; a man who left an incredible mark on history, not just as an illusionist, but as an actor, author, film producer, inventor and aviator. The work marks the culmination of decade of research, writing and composing by Bruce and Russell and follows the final and most successful years of Houdini's life. For your chance to win a double pass to a performance of your choice (20-29 August) in the USQ Arts Theatre, Toowoomba, send an email, with 'Houdini-Writing Qld' as the subject to boxoffice@usq.edu.au. Drawn and winner contacted via email on 13 August.

Advertising
The events listed as classified ads are not organised or hosted by QWC. Please contact the relevant advertiser for further information.

Writing and Yoga Retreat
yron Bay 6-12 October 2010

Join Sarah Armstrong, Alan Close, and Kathryn Riding in a beautiful peaceful setting. Be supported and encouraged in your writing, with one-on-one feedback and guidance as well as daily classes. Come away with lots of writing and confidence in your own writing voice. Beginners and unconfident writers welcome. From $1,780 for accommodation, classes, and all meals. For more info, www.sarah-armstrong.com, or call 0414 228 563.

Short+Sweet Playwrighting Course
When: 20-22 August,

Where: Metro Arts, Edward Street, Brisbane

Want to write a short play but don't know where to start? Have got a good idea in your head but just don't know how to get it on to the paper? Then this is the course for you! The course tutor is Alex Broun, (www.alexbroun.com) a leading 10-minute playwrights, and an experienced Festival Director of Short+Sweet Festivals around the world. The course is $150 for the weekend, or only $100 for QWC members, which includes free entry in to Short+Sweet for any play you write in the course. Remember places in the course are strictly limited so reserve your place now! To book your place, just email Alex Broun on alex@shortandsweet.org. Full details on the course are available here: http://www.shortandsweet.org/.
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Monday, August 23, 2010

A State Of Writing


 Speakers Ink joins A State of Writing

Speakers Ink is a proud partner in A State of Writing (ASW), a network which connects writers, readers and ideas.

If you are a writer, librarian, teacher, bookseller, community organisation or passionate reader, you can draw inspiration, contacts and support from A State of Writing. You can also contribute your own knowledge and resources.

Head to the website to find your place in this new community. Here you can find events and projects and resources about writing and reading, but you can also promote your own projects and locate activities happening in your own region.

Join the website and establish your own profile – sign up your book club, your writing group, your library, your festival. Sign up yourself and connect with other people involved in writing in Queensland.

Interested in hearing more?
A State of Writing will be at the
Brisbane Writers Festival.

Join us for an afternoon of discussions and networking.
See the Brisbane Writers Festival website for further program details.




Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers Centre

KSP Short Fiction Award (open to all Australian residents) and the
KarenWTreanor Poetry Awards (open to WA residents only)
are now open for entries!

Closing date: Friday, 24 September 2010

Please find an entry form including the Conditions of Entry attached or on our website: http://kspf.iinet.net.au/activities.html#competitions

Katharine Susannah Prichard Writers Centre
11 Old York Road
Greenmount WA 6056
Phone: (08) 9294 1872
http://kspf.iinet.net.au/

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Next Fairfield Writers Group Meetings


Next Meetings: 

         Exercises Group:                           11 September 2010
    Novel/Short Stories Group:                 28 August 2010

Exercise for August

Suggestion for August assignment:

Write a poem or very short story with Christmas as the theme.

I would collate them, insert some Christmassy sketches and produce a little booklet.

It would make a present for someone or just a keepsake for our little group

Monday, August 2, 2010

QUEENSLAND POETRY FESTIVAL

QUEENSLAND POETRY FESTIVAL
2010 SPOKEN IN ONE STRANGE WORD
27-29 August JUDITH WRIGHT CENTRE OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS

Featuring

AUGUST KLEINZAHLER (USA)
ARTS QUEENSLAND POET-IN-RESIDENCE: EMILY XYZ (USA)
ANGELA RAWLINGS (CANADA)
ANDREW TAYLOR (WA)
BRUCE DAWE (QLD)

A MILLION BRIGHT THINGS & MUCH, MUCH MORE
FOR FULL PROGRAM DETAILS VISIT
http://www.queenslandpoetryfestival.com/

COMPLETED EXERCISES – REQUIREMENTS FOR CRITIQUING

COMPLETED EXERCISES – REQUIREMENTS FOR CRITIQUING ON SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

When bringing completed exercises for critiquing at meetings on the second Saturday of each month, there are a couple of things we require –

1. Exercise to be 500 to 1000 words only.

2. Font to be Times New Roman or Arial for easier reading.

3. Line numbers be included in your work.

To insert line numbers in MS Word go to file, click page setup, then layout, click line numbers, then check the add line numbers box, then check continuous under the numbering heading. Lastly click OK

4. Please bring 6 photocopies of your work to be read by members individually.

NB The same applies as above if you are bringing a piece of your work instead of the exercise.
When there are 6 or more people at this meeting it will be split into two groups.

NOVEL/SHORT STORIES – REQUIREMENTS FOR CRITIQUING

 NOVEL/SHORT STORIES – REQUIREMENTS FOR CRITIQUING ON FOURTH SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

Listed below are the guidelines for bringing work to be critiqued on the fourth Saturday of each month.

1. Any length of work may be brought to the meeting. However, for longer pieces (over 1000 words), if you wish to have these critiqued, please buddy up with other novel writers in the group and forward your work electronically to those buddies for preliminary reading/commenting before the next Novel/Short Stories meeting. Alternatively send your piece to everyone who attends this group. Contact Carol annerleyoldie@yahoo.com.au for email addresses.

2. When having a novel excerpt/chapter read for feedback, please include a brief outline of ‘the story so far’.

3. Line numbers are to be included on all pages.

4. Font to be Times New Roman or Arial for easier reading.

To insert line numbers in MS Word go to file, click page setup, then layout, click line numbers, then check the add line numbers box, then check continuous under the numbering heading. Lastly click OK

5. 3 photocopies only of your work for reading individually by members.

NB This group will be split up into small groups of 2 or 3 people only for the critiquing of writings.

THE EDGE – A Digital Culture Centre

The Edge is The State Library of Queensland’s newest initiative, sitting alongside its established programs and continuing the library’s growth as a cultural and knowledge destination. You will find things of interest to do with writing and other media including some free workshops.
There is also a free email newsletter to subscribe to.
Go to the link below to find out ‘About’ The Edge. From there you will be able to access their ‘Home Page’ where you can subscribe to the newsletter.
http://edgeqld.org.au/about/the-edge/

COMPETITIONS

Prose and Poetry Prizes 2010 from The New Writer magazine

Closing date 30 November

Established in 1997, one of the major annual international competitions for short stories, novellas, single poems, poetry collections, essays and articles; offers cash prizes as well as publication for the prize-winning writers in The Collection, special edition of The New Writer magazine.

Back copies are available at the TNW website:
http://www.thenewwriter.com/subscribe.htm
Further information including guidelines and entry fees at: http://www.thenewwriter.com/prizes.htm
Writers can enter online at our secure credit card server at: http://www.thenewwriter.com/entryform.htm
Or, the entry form can also be downloaded from that page on the website and sent in the post with your entry.
Also, we can supply this years printed Entry Forms on request, and in bulk to writers' groups and organizations in the UK – just let us know, no SAE required.
The winners of the 2009 Prose & Poetry Prizes are announced on this webpage:
http://www.thenewwriter.com/prizewinners.htm


Writing Spirit Award 2010 – 2nd Round Fiction and Poetry Shortlist Announced

Writing4all is delighted to announce the 2nd round shortlist for fiction and poetry in this year's Writing Spirit Award competition:

Fiction
The Thing with Feathers by Natalie Ryan
Hickory Hill by Rachael Foster
Dangerous Thoughts by Adam Bentzien
And Time Won by Kathleen Curtin
Garland by Ted Shudds

Poetry
Playing Tennis, Snowman and others by Frank Farrelly
Mon-eyed Master Thieves, A Contrast and others by D.J. Browne
White Lies, Incandescent and others by Breda Joyce
Sunrise on a Misty Morning, The Winter of My Soul and others by Sue A. Morgan
Congratulations to all. The third round is now open to submissions and will conclude on 30 September, with announcement of the shortlist in mid-October. Full rules on how to enter can be read here: http://www.writing4all.ie/site/catalogues/entry/writing4all_writing/yes.htm

QWC NEWS

Building Your Own Blog with Elliott Bledsoe
When: Townsville - 10am-4.30pm, Saturday 21 August
Cairns - 9.30am-4pm, Sunday 22 August
Where: Townsville - CityLibraries Thuringowa Central, 86 Thuringowa Drive, Thuringowa Central.
Cairns - Room A101, Cairns Campus of the Tropical North Queensland TAFE, Eureka Street
Cost: QWC Members $85
QWC Concession Members $75
Non-members $115

A full day workshop giving you all the tools you need to build your online platform. This beginners course will take you step-by-step through building (and maintaining) your own blog and give you all the tips you need to develop your own online community, promote your writing, and develop your brand as an author.
You can book online at www.qwc.asn.au or by contacting QWC by phone on 07 3842 9922.

Writing Your Life with Patti Miller
When: 10.30am-4.30pm, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 August*
Where: QWC, Level 2, State Library of Queensland
Cost: QWC Members $210
QWC Concession Members $190
Non-members $310

A memoir is a powerful way to share your own personal story with the world. You may wish to share your extraordinary life with others, or highlight an event that changed your life. Shaping this story into a tale your reader finds memorable and rewarding can be a struggle. But with Patti Miller's help, you'll be enthralling them all. Patti, acclaimed writing teacher, will teach you techniques to help you find your voice, create a narrative from your life, and shape your story with texture and detail.
*This was incorrectly advertised in the July WQ as being held in July. August is the correct date.
You can book online here: http://qwc.asn.au/Shop/txtSearch/patti+miller/List/1/ProductID/593.aspx, or by calling QWC on 07 3842 9922.

Introduction to Creative Writing Online with Julie Beveridge

If you have been scribbling away quietly but have never taken the leap to finish anything or call yourself a writer, clear a few hours a week in your schedule to sit down with Julie Beveridge and rediscover the art of creative writing in this six-week online course. This course is based on Kate Eltham's successful face-to-face 'Intro to Creative Writing' workshop series.
When: The course begins on 2 August and runs until 12 September 2010 (six-week course).
Where: AWMonline Learning Centre
Cost: $130
To book, click here: http://qwc.asn.au/Shop/List/1/ProductID/609.aspx or call 07 3842 9922.

The Perfect Pitch with Sally Collings
When: 10.30am-4.30pm, Saturday 21 August
Where: QWC, Level 2, State Library of Queensland
Cost: QWC Members $160
QWC Concession Members $150
Non-members $210

So you've written and re-written and re-written your novel and you're ready to pitch it to an agent or a publisher. How do you get them to read your cover or query letter, let alone your manuscript? Sally Collings will help you write and structure a great submission and give you the opportunity to finetune your pitch before sending it to a publisher and literary agent.
To book, click here: www.qwc.asn.au/Shop/txtSearch/sally+collings/List/1/productid/601.aspx or call 07 3842 9922.


Call for Expressions of Interest

QWC invites proposals from innovative and engaging writers of fiction and non-fiction to teach writing workshops and seminars in QWC's 2011 program of events. We also welcome proposals from editors and publishing industry professionals. We are only interested in tutors capable of professional, well-prepared, and instructional presentations, who are serious about delivering value to participants and members. QWC is interested in proposals for events, from two hours long to multi-day workshops. Proposals for workshops, seminars, masterclasses and other learning activities will be considered. Please download full guidelines from QWC's website prior to applying. Email submissions to Program Manager, Julie Beveridge at jbeveridge@qwc.asn.au by COB Monday 30 August. Hard copy and late submissions will not be considered.


Mentoring the Muse - writers' retreat at the beach
A writers' retreat is being offered at Kelly's Beach Resort, Bargara (near Bundaberg, Qld). Three Bundaberg-based professional writers offer mentoring opportunities to novelists, emerging playwrights, and short form storytellers and memoirists over three days from 15-17 October 2010, during Queensland Writers Week. The Retreat will include opportunities for networking, time for individual writing and one-on-one mentoring. Participants will be selected based on work submitted. For full details see mentoringthemuse.wordpress.com.

This project is being supported by Bundaberg Regional Council and Arts Queensland through the Regional Arts Development Fund. The Regional Arts Development Fund is a Queensland Government and Bundaberg Regional Council partnership to support local arts and culture. Visit www.queenslandwritersweek.com for more information.
QWC Resource Sheets
Questions about holding a book launch? See QWC's Resource Sheet on the topic!


Poet-in-Residence Update
Swallow & Exit
When: 7.30pm, Friday 6 August
Where: Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts
Cost: $24-$35
Ghostboy with Golden Virtues present their critically acclaimed two part punk kabaret feast Swallow & Exit. Very special guests on the night include a solo set on grand piano by revered rock'n'roll vaudevillian Martin Martini, New York's provocative punk performance artist Emily XYZ, 2010 Arts Queensland Poet-in-Residence, as well as local sonic word therapist Pascalle Burton. This is an event for lovers and those wanting to love.
To book call 07 3872 9000 or visit www.judithwrightcentre.com.


Community
Book Launch
Patrick Holland's new book, The Mary Smokes Boys, is being launched by Krissy Kneen in August. Patrick will also be a guest of the Byron Bay Writers Festival.
When: 6pm-8pm, Wednesday 11 August
Where: Avid Reader, 193 Boundary St, West End, Brisbane
Drinks are free and everyone's welcome.

Arts Funding Forum - How to get money for art
Info session on resources and programs of the Australia Council.
When: 2-4pm, 30 July
Where: School of Arts Building, Cnr Stanley and Walker Streets, Townsville
RSVP by Wednesday 28 July at www.australiacouncil.gov.au/forums.

Waxing Lyrical
Waxing Lyrical is a community radio show broadcast on 4zzz (102.1 fm) every Thursday from 9am until midday. Over 80,000 people tune in to the station every week, and it reaches a wide audience in Brisbane and surrounding areas. The show is designed to support the creative writing scene, particularly in Brisbane, through event promotion, interviews, live readings by guests, etc. If you are a writer of any variety (poetry, slam, hip-hop, fiction, plays, music composition, lyricists... ), get in touch about getting on air! Contact Fern at ferns_letterbox@hotmail.com for more info. Otherwise, just get more Words-for-your-Worth and tune in!

Free Zine Workshop
You too can be a publisher! A one-day workshop exploring the wonderful and zany world of making zines, chapbooks, and simple books.
When: 10am-4pm, Saturday 7 August, or 10am-4pm, Sunday 12 September
Where: Cooroy library, Maple Street, Cooroy
For enquiries, please call 07 5447 2110. Bookings essential at 07 5454 9000. Visit www.alternativepublishing.info for more information. This is free NeoGeoGraphy workshop as part of the 3C's project.

Place Stories: Digital Photostories and Storytelling
The PlaceStories workshops will teach you how to create short photo stories that can be shared locally and globally. The workshops will use photos, text, music, and sound to create photostories to be uploaded to the PlaceStories website.
When: 9am-1pm on 17 August and 24 Aug OR 7 September and 14 September OR 5 October and 12 October
Where: Cooroy Library, Maple Street, Cooroy
For more information call 0418 763 428. Bookings essential at 07 5454 9000. This is a free NeoGeoGraphy workshop as part of the 3C's project.

 Opportunity
General Manager Position Available
Express Media is seeking applications for a new General Manager to fill one of the Co-CEO roles. For more information, visit www.expressmedia.org.au/content.php?content_id=604.


Emerging Writer-in-Residence 2011
Applications close tomorrow! Residency is for emerging writers and takes place at Katharine Susannah Pritchard Writers Centre in Greenmount, WA. Three positions are available - dependent on funding - for a full-time period of four weeks. Each resident will receive a salary of $2,250 and be given writing space and time to concentrate on, develop or complete a work in progress. For selection criteria, guidelines and application forms please go to www.kspf.iinet.net.au/writer_res_info.html. Or for queries please email kspf@iinet.net.au or phone 08 9294 1872. Closing date Tuesday 27 August.

Love Stories Wanted
Jungleboys and Arterial Films are creating a hot and hilarious new TV drama called Twisted Love Stories and they're looking for your true-life stories about love, sex and relationships in the 21st Century! They need stories from all ages, occupations, cultures and sexual orientations. No story is too happy, romantic, dirty, sad, crazy or humiliating. If you're interested and want more information go to www.jungleboys/com.au/clientarea, Username: twistedlove Password: twistedlove. Please note: all submissions are strictly confidential.


Asialink Writing Residencies 2011
Applications for 2011 residencies are now open, and close on Friday 10 September. The Asialink Writing Residency Program is a unique opportunity for Australian writers of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, history, essays, playwriting, young adult fiction, blogs, new media and interactive content to live and work for an extended period in Asia. Grants of up to $12,000 go towards travel, living and project expenses, and afford recipients a unique opportunity for international cultural exchange, in-depth research and sustained time on creative work. Visit www.asialink.unimelb.edu.au/our_work/arts/literature/residencies for more information or contact Nic Low on n.low@asialink.unimelb.edu.au or 03 8344 3581.


Win Win Win
Thanks to Madman Entertainment, QWC is currently giving away 10 double inseason passes to Me and Orson Welles opening in cinemas on 29 July.
Set in 1937, the story centers on a high school student (Zac Efron) who, while strolling the streets of New York, happens upon the yet-to-open Mercury Theatre and is noticed by its mercurial founder, Orson Welles (Christian McKay). The student lands a bit part in Julius Caesar, the production that catapulted Welles to the top, and spends the next week learning about life and love. For more information: www.madman.com.au/actions/catalogue.do?method=view&releaseId=13414.

To win tickets answer this question correctly: Orson Welles narrated a radio adaptation of a HG Wells novel in 1938 that reportedly caused widespread panic. What was the title of the HG Wells novel? Send your answer, name, and postal address details in an email to jdevantier@qwc.asn.au with 'Me and Orson Welles' in the subject line.

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Writing and Yoga RetreatByron Bay 6 - 12 October 2010
Join Sarah Armstrong, Alan Close, and Kathryn Riding in a beautiful peaceful setting. Be supported and encouraged in your writing, with one-on-one feedback and guidance as well as daily classes. Come away with lots of writing and confidence in your own writing voice. Beginners and unconfident writers welcome. From $1,780 for accommodation, classes and all meals. For more info, www.sarah-armstrong.com, or call 0414 228 563.

Varuna - The Writers' House - July OfferingsVaruna Paying Residencies offers writers accommodation in Eleanor Dark's historic home. Residents have independent writing time, catered meals, and the opportunity to work within a community of writers. Currently, they have some rare vacancies - http://varuna.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&catid=48:what-we-offer-writers&id=70:paying-residencies&Itemid=88.

Varuna Professional Development Residencies
http://varuna.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&catid=48:what-we-offer-writers&id=69:varuna-professional-development-writing-residencies&Itemid=87

Writing Development Program http://varuna.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&catid=48:what-we-offer-writers&id=71:reading-review-a-consultation-service&Itemid=89
Current Varuna selective programs that you can apply for - applications close Friday 30 July:

1. VARUNA/SCRIBE programs
Writers are invited to apply to one or both programs:
* The Varuna/NAS National Short Story Competition
* The Varuna/Scribe Masterclass: Exploring the Short Story, with Cate Kennedy and Robin Hemley

2. VARUNA/GRIFFITH REVIEW programs
Writers are invited to apply to one or both programs:
* The Varuna/Griffith Review National Essay Competition.
* The Varuna/Griffith Review Masterclass: Exploring the Essay, with Peter Bishop and Robin Hemley.
In August Varuna's longest-running program: Varuna Fellowships
Email: varuna@varuna.com.au or phone: 02 4782 5674.

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