So You Want To Be A Writer With Valerie Khoo And Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre Podcast (podcast)

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 241: Who writes fortune cookie messages? And meet Ali Berg, co-author of ‘The Book Ninja’.1:04:18

16h ago1:04:18

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Meet the guy who writes the messages you find in fortune cookies and learn about real estate copywriting. And we chat to Ali Berg, co-author of ‘The Book Ninja’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 240: The copywriter who cold called 500 places in one week. And meet Kirsty Manning, author of 'The Jade Lily'.1:10:49

8d ago1:10:49

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The perils of striving for perfection, the copywriter who cold called 500 places in one week. And meet Kirsty Manning, author of The Jade Lily. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 239: Why routine is the key to success as a writer. And meet James Bradley, author of 'The Buried Ark'.58:32

16d ago58:32

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You’ll discover why scheduling and routine are keys to success as a writer. Hear tips from a debut author and learn about fellowships for writers. And you’ll meet James Bradley, author of ‘The Buried Ark’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 238: What you need to know about pacing and beat sheets. And meet Belinda Castles, author of 'Bluebottle'.56:24

20d ago56:24

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Discover the Wattpad sensation that turned into a Netflix hit and the five mistakes that new writers make (as told by an editor). Learn all about pacing and beat sheets! Submissions for a new anthology, Growing Up Queer in Australia, are now open. Allison Tait’s new course Creative Writing Quest for Kids is officially open for enrolments (kicki ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 237: Jane Harper’s tips on how to write a bestseller. And meet Megan Goldin, author of 'The Escape Room'.57:49

1M ago57:49

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Discover murder mystery author Jane Harper’s tips on how to write a bestseller. The Davitt Award long list has been announced. Learn about the new mystery writing prize from Brio. We are announcing our new online course in Content Writing and you’ll meet Megan Goldin, author of ‘The Escape Room’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison p ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 236: Understanding ‘show, don’t tell’. And meet Kali Napier, author of 'The Secrets at the Ocean’s Edge'.1:07:25

1M ago1:07:25

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A.L. Tait is helping kids find their writing superpower. Why you need to make your characters want something right away. We dive into the age-old writing advice ‘show, don’t tell’. Discover your chance to win a book pack. Plus, meet Kali Napier, author of ‘The Secrets at the Ocean’s Edge’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@ ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 235: Animal farts on the NYT bestseller list. And meet children’s author Deborah Abela.1:15:29

2M ago1:15:29

1:15:29

The saga of #Cockygate continues and the curious tale of how animal farts made their way to the NYT bestseller list. Discover a cool writing initiative out of a New York airport. Plus, how to find the next book that your kids will love. We also have a special offer for our new course Professional Business Writing. And you’ll meet children’s aut ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 234: Meet Dr Anita Heiss, editor of the anthology 'Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia'.1:03:49

2M ago1:03:49

1:03:49

How to give a bad author talk (yes a bad one!). You’ll hear about the Kids & YA Festival (now in its tenth year) and learn about The Business of Writing. Discover your chance to win a copy of ‘Bridge Burning and Other Hobbies’ by Kitty Flanagan. And meet Dr Anita Heiss, editor of the anthology 'Growing Up Aboriginal in Australia'. Read the show ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 233: Female artists get paid less than males. And meet Robyn Cadwallader, author of 'Book of Colours'.1:15:40

2M ago1:15:40

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Learn how you CAN write a publishable first novel, and how female artists get paid less than males – and what to do about it. Discover your chance to win double passes to ‘The Bookshop’. And meet Robyn Cadwallader, author of ‘Book of Colours’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | Al ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 232: Cockygate goes nuts. And meet Sami Lukis, author of 'Romantically Challenged'.1:16:54

2M ago1:16:54

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Congratulations to Astrid Scholte and her upcoming publication. Cockygate goes nuts, how to write a book when you have a full-time job, and should you read when you’re writing? Discover your chance to win a copy of ‘Sounds Appealing’ by David Crystal. And meet media personality Sami Lukis, author of ‘Romantically Challenged’. Read the show note ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 231: How to avoid the query stage with agents and publishers. And meet author Josephine Moon.1:03:14

3M ago1:03:14

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You’ll discover how to avoid query stage with agents and publishers, and how other authors know when their writing is “good enough”. And meet Josephine Moon, author of ‘Three Gold Coins’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 230: How to get into real estate writing with copywriter Donna Webeck.1:01:43

3M ago1:01:43

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Valerie and Allison share tips on how to be prolific and why you should enter the Richell Prize. You’ll discover your chance to win movie tickets. Plus, meet copywriter Donna Webeck. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 229: Get into a writing habit. And meet Danielle Clode, author of ‘The Wasp and The Orchid’.1:10:42

3M ago1:10:42

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Tips for getting into a writing habit and and check out this grammar vigilante from Bristol. Another round of Furious Fiction begins Friday 6 April and discover your chance to win a signed copy of ‘The Book of Answers’ by our very own AL Tait. And meet Danielle Clode, author of ‘The Wasp and The Orchid’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and A ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 228: Meet the hilarious and charming Kerri Sackville, author of ‘Out There: A Survival Guide for Dating in Midlife’.1:01:30

4M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

Should you write under two names for two different genres? Allison Tait’s The Book of Answers is out now! We congratulate the winner of the latest Furious Fiction contest. And you’ll meet the hilarious and charming Kerri Sackville, author of ‘Out There: A Survival Guide for Dating in Midlife’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podc ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 227: To celebrate National Indexing Day on 29 March 2018, meet indexer and crossword creator Denise Sutherland.1:03:47

4M ago1:03:47

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A new prize is announced for crime authors who do not feature a female victim. The writing myths we tell ourselves and Norwegian Airways writes a poem to a passenger. To celebrate National Indexing Day on 29 March 2018, you’ll meet indexer and crossword creator Denise Sutherland. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscen ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 226: Kicking out a first draft fast. And meet true crime author Campbell McConachie.1:09:10

4M ago1:09:10

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Allison Tait’s ‘The Book of Answers’ is nearly here! HarperCollins announces a new fiction prize for Australian writers. We share tips for kicking out a first draft fast. Find out more about the Elizabeth Jolley Short Story Prize. And meet true crime author Campbell McConachie. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentr ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 225: Meet publishing consultant and self-publishing expert Joel Naoum1:03:59

5M ago1:03:59

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Discover 10 ways to become a more productive writer and tips on how to be a successful freelancer. Our word of the week comes from the back of a toilet door! We have 10 movie vouchers to giveaway. Plus, you’ll meet publishing consultant and self-publishing expert Joel Naoum. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.c ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 224: Common plot holes and how to fix them. And meet Eliza Henry-Jones, author of ‘P is for Pearl’.1:01:16

5M ago1:01:16

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Discover common plot holes and how to fix them. Val and Al discuss the art of the paragraph. We are giving away the opportunity to become a master dream interpreter with ’The Dream Handbook’. Plus, you’ll meet Eliza Henry-Jones, author of ‘P is for Pearl’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentr ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 223: How to turn your story ideas into amazing stories; and meet Sally Hepworth, author of ‘The Family Next Door’.1:06:19

5M ago1:06:19

1:06:19

How to turn your story ideas into amazing stories and how writers organise their personal libraries. We have 3 copies of 'Quark's Academy' by Catherine Pelosi to giveaway. Plus: meet Sally Hepworth, author of ‘The Family Next Door’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.c ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 222: How to write for yourself when you write for a living. And meet children’s author Catherine Pelosi.1:04:15

5M ago1:04:15

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A new project that hopes to have you fall in love with books at the first chapter. How to write for yourself when you write for a living and should you show a first draft to your agent? Plus: meet children’s author Catherine Pelosi. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.c ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 221: How to find your fiction writer’s voice and meet Jack Heath, bestselling author of 'The Hangman'.1:09:30

5M ago1:09:30

1:09:30

How to find your fiction writer’s voice when you’ve been working as a journalist. Allison Tait’s tips for author blogging and how one writer won $125,000 in a literary prize. A budget airline is running a rather quirky poetry competition. Plus: you’ll meet Jack Heath, bestselling author of ‘The Hangman’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and A ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 220: Behind the scenes of ‘The Woman Who Fooled the World: Belle Gibson’s Cancer Con’ by Beau Donelly and Nick Toscano.1:12:29

6M ago1:12:29

1:12:29

We go behind the scenes of ‘The Woman Who Fooled the World: Belle Gibson’s Cancer Con’ by Beau Donelly and Nick Toscano. Plus, there are 3 copies of 'Rooms with a View: The Secret Life of Grand Hotels' by Adrian Mourby to be won. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 219: Discover ‘The Written World’ by Martin Puchner.1:01:05

6M ago1:01:05

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We made the list for best websites for writers in 2018! Hear some of our favourite freelance writing tips, and polish up your manuscript because the Text Prize for young adult and children’s writing is now open! We also have a two-book pack of rural fiction to give away. Discover ‘The Written World’ by Martin Puchner and much more. Read the sho ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 218: Top 10 writing tips from our favourite authors.49:59

6M ago49:59

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Valerie and Allison discuss 10 writing tips from some of their favourite interviews with authors. We have 10 double passes to The Commuter starring Liam Neeson to give away, learn the origin of “to make no bones”, and much more. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 217: Travel writer Sue White reveals how you can write travel articles without leaving your home town.1:08:46

7M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

What name was given to Ice Age fossils found in an LA subway? 3 ways to uncover your character’s true motivation. What does it really mean to be a best-selling author? Go in the draw to win our 12 books of Christmas. Authors you should follow on social media and travel writer Sue White reveals how you can write travel articles without leaving y ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 216: Meet Brett Battles, who is earning more than six figures through his indie novels.1:24:06

7M ago1:24:06

1:24:06

An AWC graduate is on the Indie Book Awards Longlist! We answer what is middle grade fiction and how do you know when your manuscript is finished? Discover your chance to win ‘Dogs with Jobs’ by Laura Greaves. And meet Brett Battles, who is earning more than six figures through his indie novels. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Alliso ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 215: How to write a great police procedural. And meet AWC graduate and crime thriller novelist Sarah Bailey.1:10:16

8M ago1:10:16

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Discover how to write a great police procedural and why even new writers need author bios. We send out freelance writer Nat to uncover the curious business of naming colours. We're giving away a signed copy of Tom Hanks’ ‘Uncommon Type’. And meet AWC graduate and crime thriller novelist Sarah Bailey. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, A ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 214: 3 questions Allison Tait has never been asked and meet Jackie French, author of over 200 books.1:14:46

8M ago1:14:46

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Why you should enter literary prizes and 3 questions Allison Tait has never been asked. Scrivener gets a huge update and Annie Proulx gives a truly great speech at the National Book Awards. Discover your chance to win ‘Uncommon Type’ signed by Tom Hanks. And meet Jackie French, author of over 200 books. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 213: How to write your second book. And meet children’s author Lesley Gibbes.1:23:15

8M ago1:23:15

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Discover how to write your second book and 5 ways to start your story that aren’t boring. Learn how an underdog author has been nominated for a prestigious literary prize. And meet children’s author Lesley Gibbes. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | A ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 212: How to pick the perfect book title, promote your book and build a mailing list.28:01

8M ago28:01

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Tips for how to pick the perfect book title. Plus: how you can promote your book and build a mailing list, even before your book is published. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 211: Should unpublished authors have a website? And meet Lexi Landsman, author of ‘The Perfect Couple’.1:16:47

8M ago1:16:47

1:16:47

Why NaNoWriMo is a great time to draft your novel. Discover a site dedicated to discounted ebook deals and perks. British author Ian Rankin says crime writing is dead. Should unpublished authors have a website? And meet Lexi Landsman, author of ‘The Perfect Couple’. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 210: Meet bestseller Deborah Rodriguez, author of ‘The Zanzibar Wife’ and 'The Little Coffee Shop of Kabul'.1:18:52

9M ago1:18:52

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How to find time to write during NaNoWriMo. Enter this new critic award, and discover 10 books that were written on a bet. Meet bestseller Deborah Rodriguez, author of ‘The Zanzibar Wife’. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieK ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 209: Meet Jaclyn Moriarty, author of ‘The Extremely Inconvenient Adventures of Bronte Mettlestone’.1:16:32

9M ago1:16:32

1:16:32

‘The Book of Secrets’ is featured in the Kids’ Reading Guide! Discover how to write authentic American dialogue. What you need to do to become a full time freelance writer. A creative writing fellowship at Stanford is up for grabs! Plus, you’ll meet Jaclyn Moriarty, author of ‘The Extremely Inconvenient Adventures of Bronte Mettlestone’ and muc ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 208: What makes a good children’s book. And meet content writing expert Kath Walters.1:19:26

9M ago1:19:26

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Discover what makes a good children’s book. We share with you a beginner’s guide to NaNoWriMo as well as tips for filling up your social media as a writer. You’ll also meet content writing expert Kath Walters. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | Allis ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 207: We chat to actor and author Steve Bisley about his memoir 'All the Burning Bridges'.1:23:33

9M ago1:23:33

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Learn how to write media releases. We chat about Tom Hanks’s new book ‘Uncommon Type’, and how one woman turned her side hustle into a career. Discover how Kelly Exeter funds her creative life. Plus, we chat to actor and author Steve Bisley about his memoir 'All the Burning Bridges'. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listen ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 206: Get clients as a ghostwriter and how to write as a young male protagonist when you are a female author.26:04

9M ago26:04

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We share tips on how to get clients as a ghostwriter. We answer the question, “do cover blurbs work?”. Plus, strategies on how to write a young male protagonist when you are a female author. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | Valeri ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 205: Meet executive director of NaNoWriMo Grant Faulkner, author of ‘Pep Talks for Writers’.1:16:58

9M ago1:16:58

1:16:58

We unpack what should you supply a literary agent and how to world-build through your character’s eyes. A new print magazine is about to launch. And you'll meet executive director of NaNoWriMo Grant Faulkner, author of ‘Pep Talks for Writers’. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 204: Meet internationally best selling author Kate Forsyth.1:11:24

10M ago1:11:24

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You'll meet internationally best selling author Kate Forsyth! Plus, we have a surprise guest copywriter who undertook a smart strategy 10 years ago that has kept him rolling in clients ever since. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 203: Approaching agents, our “go to” writing apps, how to target YA readers, and does editing get easier?28:19

10M ago28:19

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How to approach agents, especially when they all seem to say not accepting “unsolicited manuscripts”. Valerie and Allison share their “go to” writing apps. You’ll discover tips on how to tailor your writing to YA readers. And, does the editing process get easier the more you write? Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listener ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 202: Big freelance pitching mistakes. And meet Torre DeRoche, author of ‘The Worrier’s Guide to the End of the World’.1:05:00

10M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

Tips for avoiding information dumping in dialogue and strategies for researching your historical novel. One editor reveals big freelance pitching mistakes she sees every day. And meet Torre DeRoche, author of ‘The Worrier’s Guide to the End of the World’. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 201: How to teach your kids to write a good story. And meet Tristan Bancks, author of ‘The Fall’.1:11:07

10M ago1:11:07

1:11:07

How to teach your kids to write a good story, why social media advice for authors can be tricky, and why freelancers should sample office life from time to time. Plus: meet Tristan Bancks, author of the thriller book for kids, ’The Fall’. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 200: What is it like to be Obama’s speechwriter? And meet Shankari Chandran, author of 'The Barrier'.1:25:56

10M ago1:25:56

1:25:56

Allison new book 'The Book of Secrets' is out now! What is it like to be Obama’s speechwriter? Discover more apps to help with your writing and social media tips for authors. Your chance to win a copy of the latest Candice Fox and James Patterson book 'Fifty Fifty'. Meet Shankari Chandran, author of 'The Barrier. Read the show notes. Connect wi ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 199: What’s the difference between a structural edit, copy edit and proofread? And more.26:39

11M ago26:39

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Can you indie publish a professionally edited manuscript? What’s the difference between a structural edit, copy edit and proofread? Plus: with multiple submissions, should you mention in your pitch to a publisher that you’re submitting to other publishers? Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 198: What writing for children can teach you about writing fiction. And Jacqueline Harvey, author of the Alice-Miranda series.1:21:27

11M ago1:21:27

1:21:27

Useful writing tips from a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and how to balance freelancing with creative writing. Freelance writing skills you can use to write your novel and Google’s most-searched “how-to” questions capture all the magic and struggle of being human. What writing for children can teach you about writing fiction. Discover how you c ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 197: Is my memoir interesting enough? How to give feedback on horror when you don’t read it.27:48

11M ago27:48

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Is my memoir interesting enough? How to give feedback on horror when you don’t read it. Which laptop should I buy? Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 196: Cool character development exercises. And meet Garry Disher, author of ‘Her’.1:16:41

11M ago1:16:41

1:16:41

Take part in our awesome ‘So you want to be a writer’ community survey. The curious case of whether someone scammed a book’s way onto The New York Times Bestseller List. Plus: how to find time to write and cool character development exercises to help you nail your characters. Our writer in residence this week is Garry Disher, author of ‘Her’. R ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 195: Do I need a travel blog? Converting typewritten pages into Word docs – and more.18:08

11M ago18:08

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Do you need a travel blog to be a travel writer and tips on converting typewritten pages into Word documents. Plus: should you mention to publishers when you're submitting that you have other manuscripts underway? Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | A ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 194: Crime writer arrested for alleged murder admits his guilt. Meet Sophie Green, author of “The Inaugural Meeting of the Fairvale Ladies Book Club”.1:23:10

11M ago1:23:10

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Discover lawyers who moonlight as romance writers. The intriguing case of a crime writer arrested for alleged murder, plus short story writing tips from Cathie Tasker. And meet Sophie Green, author of “The Inaugural Meeting of the Fairvale Ladies Book Club”. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast communi ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 193: How to use subplots to bring your story together. Meet Catherine Jinks, author of ‘Charlatan'.1:19:07

11M ago1:19:07

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How to use subplots to bring your story together and commuters can enjoy stories from short story vending machines. Plus, how NOT to bury your lede. Meet Catherine Jinks, author of ‘Charlatan: The Dishonest Life and Dishonoured Loves of Thomas Guthrie Carr, Stage Mesmerist’, and more! Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and liste ...…

So You Want To Be A Writer with Valerie Khoo and Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre podcast

WRITER 192: Can you submit to multiple publishers as the same time? What to do when your novel is stuck.19:13

11M ago19:13

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Can you submit your manuscript to multiple publishers as the same time? Tips on how to drag yourself out of a rut when it feels like your novel is going nowhere. Plus: a new Facebook group for the So you want to be a writer community. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit Wri ...…

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