Writing courses at the Sydney Writers' Centre

What people say about our writing courses:

"This was one of the best courses I've ever done."
- Anna Babatzanis

"I am now writing everyday and really experiencing the beauty of the creative process, the difference for me feels nothing short of amazing."
- Imogen Bailey

"Every bit of information that was provided was practical. Valerie's passion for writing was clearly evident and her enthusiasm to help others realise their dreams was awesome. LOVED IT LOVED IT LOVED IT.

"I would highly recommend it. I could not have imagined that I would have got so much out of it in such a small time frame."
- Ana Vavdinos

"I have been writing professionally as a journalist for 18 years but there was so much I didn't know until I attended this course. I left on the final evening feeling inspired rather than scared about writing fiction."
- Michael Smith

"Fantastic. Very intense! No-nonsense, thorough and clear. The best writing course out there."
- Eden Riley

"I am now a published writer! Your teaching, constructive feedback and advice has been invaluable and it is directly responsible for my first success."
- Marija Castellari

"Without going to the self publishing workshop we would have been lost. It gave us a road map to publish our book How to Grow Your Business by Taking 3 Months Off."
- Louise Woodbury and William de Ora

"Your media release writing course has paid off for me in terms of publicity. I could not be happier. Thanks for the great advice. It works!"
- Atlanta Camilleri, Recovery Coach

    In one day, you'll learn the secrets of how to
    write reports and proposals that will get the
    deal done. This seminar teaches you the
    pain-free way to good business writing.

    Find out about writing opportunities, upcoming
    events, job postings, and tips on how to achieve
    your writing goals with our popular fortnightly
    newsletter from Valerie Khoo.

DO YOU HAVE A BOOK IN YOU?

   You’ll discover the secrets of how to write for
    magazines and newspapers. Whether you want
    to write about cars, business, health or
    relationships – you’ll learn how here.

    What are you waiting for? Unleash your creative
   writing genius! You know you have a book in you –
    but our creative writing course will show you how
    to make it a great book.

STRESS-FREE REPORT WRITING

    Discover how to write media releases that get
    results. You'll learn from a PR guru who will
    show you simple insider tips to get your
    message into newspapers, radio and TV.

    In one day, you'll learn the secrets of how to
    write reports and proposals that will get the
    deal done. This seminar teaches you the
    pain-free way to good business writing.

WRITING BOOKS FOR CHILDREN

    Take your creative writing to another level and
    finish that short story that's been sitting on your
    hard drive! Your writing will come alive - Creative
    Writing Stage 2 will help you make it happen.

    Now that Harry Potter is at the end of his journey,
    there's room for another children's book hero!
    You'll learn how to create one at the course:
    Writing Books for Children and Young Adults.

    We'll reveal all you need to know to approach
    publishers with your book idea. Don't know how
    to write book proposal? It's not rocket science,
    we'll show you how.

    Imagine being paid to travel! Pack your laptop
    and order a cocktail at the pool bar. You’ll
    discover what it takes to be a travel writer at
    this jam-packed seminar.

DON'T LIVE IN SYDNEY?

    Do you need to edit other's people writing at work?
    We'll show you the easy way to turn clumsy writing
    into gold at our Editing Essentials seminar.

    Learn online! You can live anywhere in the world
    and take our online courses. It's just like the real
    thing but in a virtual classroom!

BE MENTORED BY VALERIE KHOO

    Scared of being ambushed by the media? Learn
    how to make sure your key messages stick! Our
    media training program will show you how to
    handle any media interview.

    Valerie Khoo's Kickstart mentoring program
    provides expert guidance in your writing
    career and feedback on your work. Valerie
    mentors a select number of aspiring writers.

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