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Picture Book Writing 101 with Heather Gallagher

Local Word Writers Festival - Writers Workshop

2024-08-23 10:30:00 2024-08-23 14:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Picture Book Writing 101 with Heather Gallagher Local Word Writers Festival is an annual three-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and panel discussions for writers and readers. Colac Library -

Friday, August 23
10:30am - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-23 10:30:00 2024-08-23 14:30:00 Australia/Melbourne Picture Book Writing 101 with Heather Gallagher Local Word Writers Festival is an annual three-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and panel discussions for writers and readers. Colac Library -

Local Word Writers Festival is an annual three-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and panel discussions for writers and readers.

Many people love the idea of writing a picture book but when they sit down to try, they realise what a difficult art form it can be to master. This workshop will break down the unique elements of picture books and take participants through the different styles (fiction, non-fiction, concept, etc).  Participants are encouraged to come with an idea to work on for discussion about beginnings, endings, structure, word-choice and tone.

Heather Gallagher works as a writer-in-residence in disadvantaged primary schools. Her first picture book, Happy Pants, was a recommended title in the Australian Family Therapist’s awards. Her latest, Scaredy Cat, is based on her anxious dog, Pip.

Tickets $30pp OR $20pp for library members (free to join) OR $10 for concession holders. 

Up to 15 participants. For beginner picture book writers aged 18+

For the full program of 15 events being held across the region, visit www.grlc.vic.gov.au/localword

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Lectures | Festivals |

TAGS: | recommended |

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Phone: (03) 5231 4613

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