Becoming an Author Beyond the Writing – Preparing for your Author Journey. Start thinking beyond the words on the page, to the world your book will inhabit and to the reader you’re hoping to connect with. We will discuss ways to build an author CV, find and connect with community, using and growing your social […]

Getting Published – Tips for Getting that Book Deal! How do you get your book in front of a publisher or an agent? What do you need to have ready in your submission pack? What is a pitch and how do you do it? Traditional publishing is incredibly competitive, so what do you need to […]

Love and First Sight. Take a dive into the world of romance and love in all its dimensions with three of Australia’s leading writers, each of whom have very different approaches to the genre. The romance panel at StoryFest in 2023 was an absolute treat and is sure to be full of laughter, love and […]

Having a career as an author isn’t just about writing a good book. A modern author needs to be their own publicist, marketer and social media manager. They must be able to plan events and create social media campaigns, build an author profile and connect with their readers while also understanding the publishing landscape. Participants […]