2025 Writing Programs
Writing Short Stories
4-week course in person & live online
Learn The Art Of The Short Story
Do you have a true story you’d like to set down? An event, a discovery, or a moment in time?
In this 4-week course you'll explore how writers play with language, imagery and scenes to create compelling short stories alive with meaning and resonance.
Discover what it is you want to say. Learn how to weave together facts, feelings and reflections to develop your own 2,000 word story that will speak to others.
4 workshops | 12 hours total, plus editing of 2,000 words | Fee: $500
Returns Thursday evenings from 6th November 2025 at Gosford and live online.
Memoir/Fiction
Masterclass
For writers working on bigger projects, these intensive workshops break down obstacles and help develop your work to the next stage. With a focus on structure and voice, this course sets writing deadlines, delivers individual feedback and offers valuable strategies to set you on the path to completion.
Wednesday evening, fortnightly, 6pm-9pm.
Returns September-October 2025 in person and online at Avoca Beach.
5 sessions | 15 hours total | Editing of 5,000 words in total | $650 incl. GST
Bravewords Guided Writing Groups
With Adrienne Ferreira
Keep writing and stay social!
Stay motivated, connected, and inspired in this 12-week small-group program. Meeting fortnightly in Gosford and live online, you'll receive professional feedback, enjoy in-class writing exercises, and share work in a supportive space. Led by author and mentor Adrienne Ferreira, this program is designed to keep your writing practice vibrant and evolving.
Returns Tuesday 26th August in Gosford.
Telling True Stories
6 Week Writing Course
Write compelling stories drawn from real life
This course explores the powerful world of creative nonfiction, including memoir, biography, travel writing, and more.
Over six weeks you'll practice writing stories drawn from real life while gaining inspiration, tuition, and creative tips from a professional writer.
Along with readings and discussion, you'll also have the chance to workshop your writing in a supportive atmosphere and receive individual feedback on all your pieces.
Make headway on several stories, and gain the techniques and confidence to keep writing.
6 workshops | 18 hours total | Fee: $500
Returning soon.
“Adrienne’s class was a revelation. Telling True Stories gave me the framework and skills I needed to take my writing to the next level — the piece I developed in her class was recognised internationally as part of the Screencraft Short Stories for Film competition. I can’t wait to write more!”
— Donné Restom
About Bravewords Short Courses
A rich immersion in literary craft and genre, you will develop new work while building valuable relationships with other writers. These programs give you the framework to deepen your understanding of writing techniques, practice different approaches and discover your voice. Class sizes are small to ensure everyone has a chance to share, be heard and receive feedback on their work.