Dear Fellow Writer,
In this issue:- Do waiters really do that?
- Learn from wherever you are - Online Creative Writing
- Writing for the Web - do you know the rules?
- Win a copy of Kathy Reichs’ novel Devil Bones
- Latest podcast with fantasy writer Fiona McIntosh
Well, hasn’t there been a media storm over the allegations that a family were served some pretty horrible stuff in their ice-cream at the Coogee Bay Hotel recently?
All I can say is that I’m glad I haven’t been accepting free ice-cream there lately!
But
maybe that’s just one incident that’s made it into the news. One cranky
waiter - Steve Dublanica - blogged about his experiences on
www.WaiterRant.net which he started in 2004. In 2006 he won the “Best
Writing in a Weblog” Bloggie Award and now … wait for it … his blog has
become a best-selling book, Waiter Rant: Thanks for the Tip - Confessions of a Cynical Waiter.
Forget the Coogee Bay Hotel. This is an eye-opening book for anyone who dines out. For more, check out our blog post.
Did you get the Sun-Herald
on the weekend? If you did, you would have read Cindy Bingley-Pullin's
story on page 14. Cindy literally just finished the course Feature
Writing for Magazines and Newspapers with Judy Skatssoon last month -
and she’s already been published! Great work Cindy.
And remember, if you have completed the Feature Writing course and want to build on your new skills, you’ll love:
Feature Writing Stage 2 - The Journalist's Toolbox
When: Every Monday starting Monday 24 November for four weeks
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $325
Presenter: Judy Skatssoon
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
Literary rejections
Now here’s a blog which will help aspiring writers. It’s called Literary Rejections on Display.
It’s a great collection of rejections from a variety of editors and publishers. If you’ve been to one of our courses, you’ve probably heard me or one of the presenters say that rejections are not personal. There are so many reasons for rejections.
This blog takes you on a voyeuristic view into how and why people get rejected. Some of it is educational and other rejections are downright funny. I’m sure you’ll find some gems that may help you in your writing.
One of the questions posed on the blog is: "Isn't it part of
the writer's job to learn from - rather than reject - rejections?"
There are also interviews with successful authors, like Daniel Clay who wrote Broken. He talks frankly about his many rejections before he finally found success.
So keep sending out those manuscripts!
http://literaryrejectionsondisplay.blogspot.com/
Online Creative Writing - learn from wherever you are
If you want to explore the world of writing - but cannot get to our harbourside training rooms - this online course will enhance your creativity no matter where you are.Maybe you want to write short stories, a family history or turn your journal into something more. We'll help you get started.
This course is ideal for people who want to explore writing fiction, short stories or perhaps, one day, a novel.
This creative writing course will teach you how to tap into your imagination, examine different types of creative writing, give structure to your writing and how to use characters and dialogue
Here's what past participant Ruby Rebic had to say about the course:
"It was very easy and convenient to do (the course) online and the handouts were good and you knew exactly when to look at them, it was all very well organised. I loved how I could do things in my own time."
Course: Online Creative Writing with Pamela Freeman
When: The week beginning Monday 17 November 2008 for five weeks
Time: Whenever it suits you
Cost: $395
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
Writing for the Web
When you write web content you need your language and content to be clear, concise and engaging.This practical seminar covers the difference between print and online writing, good content versus poor content, how to engage your readers with web content, whether you need contextual links or not, writing for usability and accessibility, why you need a style guide and much more.
This seminar is ideal for anyone who writes web copy, public relations or marketing professionals who write for online mediums, business owners who want to promote their message online, experienced print writers who want to hone their online writing skills and/or IT professionals/consultants who have been given the responsibility of writing web pages.
The aim of this seminar is to equip you with the skills to write effectively for the web. You may already be a confident writer, but this seminar will take the guesswork out of your online writing by giving you a clear framework to follow.
This seminar is presented by Grant Doyle, an experienced copywriter, content manager and web editor.
Seminar: Writing for the Web with Grant Doyle
When: Friday 28 November 2008
Time: 9.00am - 1.00pm
Cost: $225
Click here for more information or to enroll online.
Devil Bones is Kathy Reichs’ 11th novel. Two grisly murders in the town of Charlotte leave disturbing clues which might involve Santeria or voodoo or even Satanism.
Forensic anthropologist Tempe Brennan goes on a quest to connect the two bodies and find the bones while defending her actions against citizens in the town who become vigilantes and begin to interfere with her work.
For more information visit our competitions page.
This prize is brought to you by Slim Ink Book Rental which is the perfect way to indulge your passion for reading - whether you are a light, casual, keen or voracious reader!
To win this book simply answer this question by 5pm on 12 November 2008
What does author Fiona McIntosh say about writing?
You can find out by
listening to our latest podcast interview with her. In this podcast,
Fiona talks about how she doesn't plan or plot when writing her stories.Fiona is a mistress of trilogies. She has written fantasy international-bestsellers that leave her readers gasping for more. Fiona also hosts a forum on her website where readers can chat about her books or book clubs or their own writing. Fiona is such a prolific writer, she also writes crime fiction under the name, Lauren Crow - a pseudo name that has an interesting story behind it.
Have a listen to our podcast with Fiona McIntosh either on our webpage or on iTunes.
Business and Careers Institute in Milsons Point
Remember to check out our sister training organisation - the Business and Careers Institute - which we've just opened in Milsons Point. Thanks to those of you who have already enrolled in some of the courses! You'll find the same high quality of courses and presenters here.
As you know, I'm a big believer that technology can help you achieve more in less time. If you want to get the most out of everyday software like Word, Excel and Outlook, these fun and interactive courses will help you become a pro-user in just one day.
You can check it out here. I'd love to know what you think!
www.bcinstitute.com.au
Other upcoming courses
Course: Writing Books for Children and Young Adults with Judith Ridge - FULL
When:Every Wednesday starting Wednesday 5 November 2008 for five weeks
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $395
Seminar: Media Releases that Get Results with Luisa Volpato - FULL
When: Friday 7 November 2008 (one-day seminar)
Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Fee: $345
Course: Creative Writing Stage 1 with Pamela Freeman - FULL
When: Every Tuesday starting Tuesday 11 November 2008 for five weeks
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $395
Course: Online Creative Writing Stage 1 with Pamela Freeman
When: The week beginning Monday 17 November 2008 for five weeks
Time: Whenever it suits you
Cost: $395
Seminar: How to get your book published with Geoff Bartlett - FULL
When: Monday 17 November 2008 (one-evening seminar)
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $65
Seminar: Travel Writing with Geoff Bartlett - FULL
When: Thursday 20 November 2008 (one-evening seminar)
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $65
Course: Feature Writing Stage 2 with Judy Skatssoon
When: Every Monday starting Monday 24 November for four weeks
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $325
Seminar: Professional Business Writing with Mel Wilkinson
When: Thursday 27 November 2008 (one day seminar)
Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Cost: $395
Seminar: Writing for the Web with Grant Doyle
When: Friday 28 November 2008
Time: 9.00am - 1.00pm (half day seminar)
Cost: $225
Seminar: Media Releases that Get Results with Luisa Volpato
When: Tuesday 2 December 2008 (one-day seminar)
Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Fee: $345
Seminar: Editing Essentials with Katrina Lobley
When: Thursday 4 December 2008 (one-day seminar)
Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Fee: $345
Course: DAYTIME Creative writing stage 1 with Judith Ridge
When: Monday 5 January to Friday 9 January 2009 (5 consecutive days)
DAYTIME session for Year 11 and 12 students ONLY
Time: 10am - 12noon
Fee: $395
Course: Online Feature Writing for Magazines and Newspapers with Valerie Khoo
When: Week beginning Monday 5 January 2009 for 5 weeks
Time: Whenever suits you
Cost: $395
Course: Intensive DAYTIME Feature writing for magazines and newspapers with Valerie Khoo
When: Monday 12 January and Tuesday 13 January 2009 (2 consecutive days)
Time: 10am - 4pm
Fee: $395
Course: Feature writing for magazines and newspapers with Judy Skatssoon
When: Every Monday starting Monday 2 February 2009 for five weeks
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $325
Course: Creative Writing Stage 1 with Pamela Freeman
When: Every Tuesday starting Tuesday 3 February 2009 for five weeks
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $395
Course: Writing Books for Children and Young Adults with Judith Ridge - FULL
When: Every Wednesday starting Wednesday 4 February 2009 for five weeks
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Cost: $395
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Wishing you much writing success,
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