Creative Writing

Discover how a creative writing course at AWC can change your life.

Whether your goal is to write bestselling fiction, stories for children, a memoir or to simply explore your creativity – you’ll find the ideal course here.

Learn online (from anywhere!), or in our Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth classrooms.

Our core creative writing path gives you the foundations for writing compelling fiction – taking you from the seed of a story idea to a completed manuscript.

Explore an area of interest with Genre and Fiction Essentials. And gain extra knowledge and motivation with the Publishing and Writers’ Toolkit courses.

Creative Writing Stage 1, Novel Writing Essentials and Write Your Novel

FICTION

Picture Books, Chapter Books, Children’s Fiction and YA

KIDS AND YOUNG ADULTS

Dialogue, Characters. Grammar, Short Stories and more

FICTION TECHNIQUES

Everything you need to know about the publishing industry

INSIDE PUBLISHING

Motivation, Time Management, Scrivener and more

WRITERS’ TOOLKIT

The core creative writing path

Learn the foundations of compelling stories with these creative writing courses.

Creative Writing Stage 1

  • Discover the secrets to writing compelling fiction.
  • Develop characters, scenes, dialogue and more.
  • Learn the nuts and bolts of the art of writing.

Foundation

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

26 September 2022

Booked out
(New date available)

See More
Arrow-blue-for-hubs

Writing Workout

  • Complete exercises to strengthen your writing muscles.
  • Receive tutor guidance on your fiction techniques.
  • Write, write and write!

Development

6 fortnights online LIVE
with tutor

$595

10 October 2022

Bookings close soon

 See More
Arrow-blue-for-hubs

Novel Writing Essentials

  • Write the first 20,000 words of your novel.
  • Become a stronger writer with group workshopping.
  • Give your opening chapters the best possible start.

Intermediate

10-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$795

Starts this week

Bookings close soon

 See More
Arrow-blue-for-hubs

Write Your Novel

  • Workshop your way to a completed draft.
  • Iron out structural flaws and master techniques.
  • Achieve your dream of writing a novel.

Advanced

$2295


 See More
Arrow-blue-for-hubs

Edit Your Novel

  • Shape your story into its brilliant final form
  • Receive powerful editing techniques and guidance
  • Workshop your manuscript with experienced writers

Advanced

6-month online program
with tutor

$495
 per month

21 February 2023

Bookings close soon

 See More

Courses for kids and teens

Creative Writing Quest for Kids

  • Encourage your child's love of writing with this creative adventure.
  • Write a complete 800-word story.
  • Receive feedback from a bestselling author.

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$245

START TODAY


 See More

Teenage Creative Writers’ Program

  • Discover the key skills for creating compelling stories.
  • Receive feedback and guidance from an award-winning author.
  • Learn creative techniques that can be easily applied at school.

10-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$395

Starts this week

Bookings close soon

 See More

Writing books for younger readers

Discover how to write for children of all ages.

Writing Picture Books

  • Create magical stories for the youngest of readers.
  • Discover the themes that kids (and publishers) adore.
  • Explore your creativity in a supportive environment.

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$450

Starts this week

Bookings close soon

 See More

Writing Children's Novels

  • Learn the key elements of a novel for children
  • Create believable characters and dialogue
  • Find the right voice to suit your reader

5-week online course
with tutor and feedback

$450

Starts this week

Bookings close soon

 See More

Writing Young Adult Fiction

  • Understand the YA readership and characters.
  • Develop your unique voice and story structure.
  • Receive expert feedback on your writing.

5 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

$495

13 September 2022


 See More

Writing Chapter Books for 6-9 year olds

  • Discover how to create your own book series.
  • Understand the story themes that resonate.
  • Uncover the tricks to keep young readers hooked.

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$295

17 January 2022


 See More

Laugh Out Loud

  • Learn how to craft funny stories for kids.
  • Develop your own brand of humour.
  • Receive feedback from a bestselling author.

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$295

START TODAY


 See More

Writing Picture Books Masterclass

  • Learn how to structurally edit your manuscript.
  • Tighten your story's prose, patterning and rhythm.
  • Perfect your pitch before approaching publishers.

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$345

5 September 2022


 See More

Fiction Techniques

Enhance your skills with advanced literary techniques.

Romance Writing

  • Learn to write a romance novel readers will love.
  • Develop your ideas to suit the romance market.
  • Gain clarity on the best publishing route to take.

Online self-paced course

$345

START TODAY


 See More

Historical Fiction

  • Develop your research skills and methods.
  • Create believable and historically accurate characters.
  • Learn how to craft a captivating story set in the past.

Online self-paced course

$245

START TODAY


 See More

Short Story Essentials

  • Learn the secrets of compelling short fiction.
  • Create a gripping narrative with great pace.
  • Receive a personalised assessment on your 2500-word story!

Online self-paced course
with tutor feedback

$345

17 January 2022


 See More

The Story Doctor

  • Learn to structurally edit your manuscript so it shines.
  • Discover how to refine your dialogue, descriptions and imagery.
  • Enjoy expert guidance from bestselling author Kate Forsyth.

5 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

$595

6 June 2022


 See More

Fantasy, Science Fiction and More

  • Get advice on structuring your story across a series.
  • Create an original and believable world.
  • Immerse yourself in the art of "spec fic".

5 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

$495

24 April 2023

Bookings close soon

 See More

Life Writing

  • Feel empowered to find your unique voice.
  • Bring your experiences to life on the page.
  • Learn from Australia's leading memoir teacher.

6 mornings online LIVE
with tutor

$795

17 January 2023


 See More

History, Mystery and Magic

  • Learn how to write a successful cross-genre story.
  • Explore unique narrative patterns and structures.
  • Stir your readers' imagination with vivid storytelling.

5 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

31 January 2022

Booked out
(New date available)

See More

Crime and Thriller Writing

  • Increase your narrative tension and suspense.
  • Create intriguing characters that hook your reader.
  • Learn the essentials of this insanely popular genre.

5 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

$495

9 August 2022

Bookings close soon

 See More

Plotting and Planning

  • Discover the 7 basic plots you need to know.
  • Turn a story idea into a well-structured plan.
  • Create a plot that keeps readers engrossed.

2 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

28 March 2022

Booked out
(New date available)

See More

Creative Non-fiction

  • Learn how to write page-turning true stories.
  • Master the art of creative non-fiction techniques.
  • Discover your unique and distinctive narrative voice.

Online self-paced course

$395

START TODAY


 See More

Anatomy of a Crime: How to Write About Murder

  • Tips from #1 NY Times bestselling author Candice Fox.
  • Delve into the grisly side of fiction.
  • Bring your scenes to life with authentic crime details.

Online self-paced course

$245

START TODAY


 See More

Fiction Essentials: CHARACTERS

  • Engage readers through your cast of characters.
  • Use character development to create narrative tension.
  • Complete exercises to cement your new skills.

Online self-paced course

$195

START TODAY


 See More

Fiction Essentials: DIALOGUE

  • Discover how to write compelling conversations.
  • Learn how to use dialogue to drive your story forward.
  • Complete exercises to ensure your dialogue is authentic.

Online self-paced course

$195

START TODAY


 See More

Fiction Essentials: GRAMMAR AND PUNCTUATION

  • Master the art of punctuating dialogue correctly.
  • Know how to avoid common formatting and style mistakes.
  • Complete exercises and quizzes to reinforce your skills.

Online self-paced course

$195

START TODAY


 See More

Fiction Essentials: POINT OF VIEW

  • Master this vital skill in fiction writing.
  • Gain techniques to strengthen your narrative voice.
  • Complete exercises to solidify your storytelling.

Online self-paced course

$195

START TODAY


 See More

Fiction Essentials: STRUCTURE

  • Dramatically improve the framework of your stories.
  • Develop techniques for effective pace and tension.
  • Discover practical methods to achieve a strong narrative arc.

Online self-paced course

$195

START TODAY


 See More

Fiction Essentials: SCENES

  • Construct scenes that flow seamlessly through your story.
  • Craft vivid settings that evoke deep emotion.
  • Discover how to edit your scenes for maximum impact.

Online self-paced course

$195

START TODAY


 See More

Cut, Shape, Polish: How to edit your own stories

  • Gain editing skills that will improve your story.
  • Easily identify plot holes and structural issues.
  • Polish your manuscript into a publishable piece of work.

Online self-paced course

$295

START TODAY


 See More

Publishing

Everything you need to know about getting your work published.

Inside Publishing

  • Discover the nuts and bolts of publishing.
  • Maximise your chances of getting a book deal.
  • Gain the insider knowledge you need for author success.

Online self-paced course

$165

START TODAY


 See More

Your Author Website

  • Discover what every author website needs.
  • Learn how to showcase your writing.
  • Create a blueprint for your author platform.

$165


 See More

Self-publish your Novel on Kindle

  • Ideal for authors who want a global readership.
  • Discover the critical elements of a professional ebook.
  • Learn the exact steps to sell internationally on Kindle.

Online self-paced course

$97

START TODAY


 See More

Book Covers That Sell

  • Discover the 5 steps to a winning cover.
  • Learn the book cover rules for your genre.
  • Attract readers with the right fonts and imagery.

Online self-paced course

$85

START TODAY


 See More

Successful Self-publishing: Print and Ebooks

  • A self-publishing framework for non-fiction writers.
  • Demystify the current self-publishing landscape.
  • Get professional guidance on book layout and design.

Online self-paced course

$245

START TODAY


 See More

Writers' Toolkit

Add extra knowledge, industry insights and motivation.

Dare to Dream

  • Find and sustain your creative inspiration.
  • Become empowered to write freely in your own voice.
  • Learn from bestselling author Kate Forsyth.

4 evenings online LIVE
with tutor

1 August 2022

Booked out

 See More

Presenting to Kids

  • Discover how to engage a live audience of young readers.
  • Enhance your career with paid talks and school visits.
  • Learn to adapt your presentations to suit different age groups.

Online self-paced course

$345

START TODAY


 See More

2 Hours to Scrivener Power

  • Master Scrivener 3 – the must-have tool for authors.
  • Transform the way you research and write.
  • Discover author Natasha Lester's secrets to Scrivener success.

Online self-paced course

$97

START TODAY


 See More

Make Time to Write

  • Features the popular Creative Writing 30-day Bootcamp!
  • Get strategies to fight procrastination.
  • A step-by-step guide for creating a writing routine.

Online self-paced course

$147

START TODAY


 See More

Creative Writing 30-day Bootcamp

  • Create a daily writing routine.
  • Strengthen your creative muscles through regular use.
  • Smash out 10,000 words in just one month.

Online self-paced course

$97

START TODAY


 See More

Reinvent Yourself

  • Learn how to become a writer with this motivational program.
  • Access tips, advice and strategies from successful writers.
  • Your step-by-step guide to change your life.

Online self-paced course

$97

START TODAY


 See More

MOJO MONTH: Creative Road Trip

  • Enjoy a month of inspiration, motivation and mindfulness.
  • Beat procrastination with regular live writing challenges.
  • Smash your goals and grow as a writer!

$97

To be announced


 See More

Writing Tours

Memoir Writing in Paris with Patti Miller

  • Spend two weeks living and writing in Paris with Patti Miller as your guide.
  • Dedicate time and space to perfect your work.
  • Embark on the trip of a lifetime!

On request

21 October 2022


 See More

Creative Writing in the Cotswolds with Kate Forsyth

  • Create compelling tales with Kate Forsyth as your guide.
  • Be inspired and motivated in the birthplace of Shakespeare.
  • Enjoy daily writing workshops with an immersive cultural experience.

On request

23 April 2023


 See More