THE Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival is a must-attend event for aspiring writers, offering a full day of inspiration and creativity on Monday, May 5 in Mapleton. With two writing streams to choose from, you can develop your writing skills or your writing business.
With 25 fiction novels and more than 900,000 book sales to her name, bestselling rural crime author Fleur McDonald has built a strong audience with an insatiable appetite for her craft and characters. With her expert guidance, learn how to write intriguing characters, immersive settings, and satisfying chapter endings—ideal for both seasoned crime writers and those just starting out in the genre.
Australian literary agent and publishing consultant, Alex Adsett, has been working in the publishing and bookselling industry for almost thirty years, representing the likes of Melissa Lucashenko and Dinuka McKenzie. In her seminar Ask Alex Anything, she will share her industry experience, offering invaluable advice on securing representation, navigating the pitching process, and understanding the agent-author relationship.
Participants can further explore the creative process with authors like Melissa Ashley, Anna Campbell, and Roxanne McCarty-O’Kane, who will lead sessions on finding ideas, writing romantic tension, and overcoming writer’s block in non-fiction.
The festival also features a variety of other workshops across the weekend, including memoir writing, songwriting, screenwriting, and seminars on self-publishing, marketing, and podcasting.
Whether you’re an experienced author or just beginning your writing journey, this is the perfect opportunity to unlock your creative potential. Places are limited, so book now at www.schwritersfestival.com.au.
