Dear Fellow Writer,
In this issue:- The science behind the headlines you read
- SUMMER INTENSIVE COURSES: Magazine Writing and Creative Writing
- Win $10,000 for a 300 - 500 word article
- Gift vouchers for Christmas
- Self-publishing: find out if it’s for you
- Course dates for 2008
The science behind the headlines you read
Ever wondered how editors come up with the snappy headlines you read in the newspapers? To take an interesting look at how headlines are shaped and tweaked for maximum impact, check out the website:
www.thequickbrown.com
This website tracks the changes that are made to headlines on Fox News in the US. If you go to the section called “Top Stories” and click on some of the stories, you’ll see the minor (and major) headline changes that have been implemented in order to grab the attention of readers.
SUMMER INTENSIVE COURSES: Magazine Writing
While January is time for a well earned break for many, it’s also a great time to get started on some new interests. After the popularity of the intensive courses this year, we are running BOTH Magazine Writing and Creative Writing as intensive summer sessions.
This way you’ll complete the course in five days and you'll be able to fast-track your writing journey.
Feature Writing for Magazines and Newspapers with Valerie Khoo
When: Monday 14 to Friday 18 January 2008
(5 consecutive days)
Time: 10am - 12noon
Cost: $395
Former magazine writing student Sue White says:
“This was the most inspiring course I've done for a long time! I will definitely be out getting started in writing, and no doubt will be back to do more courses in the future. Thank you!
Overall, it was excellent. Absolutely inspiring!"
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
SUMMER INTENSIVE COURSES: Creative Writing - Stage 1
If you are at the start of your creative writing journey – or if you used to enjoy writing at school but haven’t done anything about it since – then this is for you. Pamela Freeman runs an inspiring, information-
packed course that will help you shape your stories into a compelling read.
Creative Writing – Stage 1
When: Monday 21 to Friday 25 January 2008
(5 consecutive days)
Time: 10am - 12noon
Cost: $395
Former creative writing student Michelle Barraclough says:
"I loved the course. It was great because it gave me
the basic foundations and structure for good writing. It's not enough to have an idea or a perceived flair for writing. There are RULES! With writing, you need to understand the basics
of good dialogue, characterization, structure (scene & summary), point of view, and editing.”
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
While January is time for a well earned break for many, it’s also a great time to get started on some new interests. After the popularity of the intensive courses this year, we are running BOTH Magazine Writing and Creative Writing as intensive summer sessions.
This way you’ll complete the course in five days and you'll be able to fast-track your writing journey.
Feature Writing for Magazines and Newspapers with Valerie Khoo
When: Monday 14 to Friday 18 January 2008
(5 consecutive days)
Time: 10am - 12noon
Cost: $395
Former magazine writing student Sue White says:
“This was the most inspiring course I've done for a long time! I will definitely be out getting started in writing, and no doubt will be back to do more courses in the future. Thank you!
Overall, it was excellent. Absolutely inspiring!"
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
SUMMER INTENSIVE COURSES: Creative Writing - Stage 1
If you are at the start of your creative writing journey – or if you used to enjoy writing at school but haven’t done anything about it since – then this is for you. Pamela Freeman runs an inspiring, information-
packed course that will help you shape your stories into a compelling read.
Creative Writing – Stage 1
When: Monday 21 to Friday 25 January 2008
(5 consecutive days)
Time: 10am - 12noon
Cost: $395
Former creative writing student Michelle Barraclough says:
"I loved the course. It was great because it gave me
the basic foundations and structure for good writing. It's not enough to have an idea or a perceived flair for writing. There are RULES! With writing, you need to understand the basics
of good dialogue, characterization, structure (scene & summary), point of view, and editing.”
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
Win $10,000 for a 300 - 500 word article
Okay, I realize this is only going to appeal to a small number of our newsletter readers, but $10,000 is not to be sneezed at – so I’ve decided to include it. Besides, you might know someone who would liketo enter.
The Australian Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA) has launched a writing competition with first place winning $10,000.
They are looking for the “definitive” 300 - 500 word article that outlines a compelling argument for investing in the Australian hedge fund industry.
Yes, that’s right, hedge funds!
Individuals or groups of up to three are welcome to enter.
Entries close on the 31st of January 2008. If you’d like
more information, we’ve posted more details on our blog.
Gift vouchers for Christmas
If you’d like to give a present with a difference, you can order a Sydney Writers’ Centre gift voucher. The vouchers can be for specific courses or of a particular dollar value.They are printed on beautiful parchment-style paper and make a very attractive gift. We can express post them out to you – or directly to the gift recipient.
Just give us a call and we can organize it all over the phone (02) 9929 9237.
Self-publishing – find out if it’s for you
If you’re a speaker, trainer, entrepreneur or marketer, a book can be a great calling card. If you want to write one, it can be useful to find out the bare facts about self-publishing … and whether it’s right for you.This seminar covers everything you need to know.
When: Thursday 31 January 2008 (one evening)
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Cost: $65
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
What a year!
It’s been a busy year and we’ve loved every minute of it. I’m particularly inspired because it seems like every day I’m contacted by a former student who has achieved success in writing – big or small.
Whether you’re being published for the first time in the local paper or your company newsletter, or scoring a book deal with a major publisher (yes, one student gave me that news this week!), the fact that you are succeeding is what makes us successful.
For example, it was wonderful to hear from Daniel Papas who came all the way from Melbourne for the Freelance Success Seminar a couple of weeks ago.
Daniel emailed:
“I was at the Freelance Success seminar last night and just wanted to say … thanks. I came up from Melbourne especially for it, and it was definitely worth it!”
In particular, your success is due to the wonderful group of talented and inspiring presenters here at the Sydney Writer’s Centre. We’re privileged to have a team of the best presenters in Australia – and I’m so thrilled that the results speak for themselves.
Thanks to Pamela, Judith, Patti, Geoff, Katrina, Mel, Gayle and Luisa. Also, thanks to Tracy and Mey for your hard work in the office.
Other upcoming courses
Course: SUMMER INTENSIVE Feature Writing for Magazines and Newspapers with Valerie Khoo
When: Monday 14 to Friday 18 January 2008 (5 consecutive days)
Time: 10am - 12noon
Cost: $395
Course: SUMMER INTENSIVE Creative Writing with Pamela Freeman
When: Monday 21 to Friday 25 January 2008 (5 consecutive days)
Time: 10am - 12noon
Cost: $395
Course: Writing Books for Children and Young Adults with Judith Ridge
When: Every Wednesday starting Wednesday 23 January 2008 for 5 weeks
Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Cost: $395
Course: Creative Writing Stage 1 with Pamela Freeman
When: Every Tuesday from Tuesday 29 January 2008 for 5 weeks
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Cost: $395
Seminar: Self-publishing – how to do it with Valerie Khoo
When: Thursday 31 January 2008 (one evening)
Time: 6.30-8.30pm
Cost: $65
Seminar: Media releases that get results with Luisa Volpato
When: Friday 15 February 2008
Time: 9.30am-4.30pm
Cost: $345
Seminar: How to Write Winning Reports and Proposals with Mel Wilkinson
When: Friday 22 February 2008
Time: 9.00am-5.00pm
Cost: $395
Seminar: Editing Essentials with Katrina Lobley
When: Friday 29 February 2008
Time: 9.30am-4.30pm
Cost: $285
Course: Life Writing with Patti Miller
When: Every Thursday from Thursday 27 March 2008 for 6 weeks
Time: 10am-12noon
Cost: $450
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Wishing you much writing success,
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