2024 Writing Programs

Memoir/Fiction

Advanced 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, beginning 10 April in person and online at Avoca Beach.

    5 sessions | 15 hours total | Editing of 5,000 words in total | $600 incl. GST

    (FULLY BOOKED)

 

Telling True Stories

6 Week Course in person & live online

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.
Make headway on several stories, and gain the techniques and confidence to keep writing.

6 workshops | 15 hours total | Fee: $480

Tuesday evening, 11 June - 16 July 2024

At Erina and live online.

“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

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; 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 | 10 hours total, plus editing of 2,000 words | Fee: $460

Wednesday morning 6-27 March & Thursday evening 7-28 March, 2024

At Erina and live online.

Bravewords Writing Group Intensives

Keep writing and stay social!

This 10-week writing group program provides regular meetings to encourage a productive writing practice, along with professional feedback and guided group discussion.

Stay on track with your project while sharing the creative journey with other dedicated writers.

Coming soon.

About Bravewords Short Courses

A rich immersion in literary craft and genre, you will develop new writing 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 style. Class sizes are small to ensure everyone has a chance to share, be heard and receive feedback on their work.