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Travel Writing and Memoir Writing - Where to Start?

Local Word Writers Festival

2023-08-26 14:00:00 2023-08-26 15:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Travel Writing and Memoir Writing - Where to Start? Local Word Writers Festival is an annual two-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and author in-conversations for writers and readers. Torquay Library -

Saturday, August 26
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-08-26 14:00:00 2023-08-26 15:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Travel Writing and Memoir Writing - Where to Start? Local Word Writers Festival is an annual two-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and author in-conversations for writers and readers. Torquay Library -

Local Word Writers Festival is an annual two-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and author in-conversations for writers and readers.

What is it really like to be a travel writer? How do you balance the mix between the privilege of regular travel and the reality of a lot of hard work, hectic schedules and hustle? And how do you even get started?

As well as providing plenty of tips, this presentation will examine how to write memoir in a travel context, including the importance of storytelling, writing techniques (developing characters, building suspense and conflict, foreshadowing, setups, flashbacks), and the overall process from writing to editing and publishing.

Laura Waters is a Geelong-based travel writer and author whose work has appeared in publications such as Escape, Explore, Australian Traveller, NZ Herald and Australian Geographic. She is author of Ultimate Walks & Hikes Australia and Bewildered, winner Best Travel Book at the 2021 ASTW Awards for Excellence.

* Up to 50 participants  |  * Suitable for anyone aged 16+ interested in becoming a travel writer.

Don't forget to check out our other Local Word sessions!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Lectures | Festivals | Author Talks |

TAGS: | recommended |

Torquay Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0667
Hours

Torquay Library

We're closed Monday March 10 due to Labour Day
Mon, Mar 10 Closed
(Labour Day)
Tue, Mar 11 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Mar 12 10:00AM to 3:00PM
Thu, Mar 13 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Mar 14 10:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Mar 15 10:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Mar 16 1:30PM to 4:00PM
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About the Library

Located in Torquay’s Surf City Plaza, adjacent to the Surf World Museum and Community Hall, Torquay Library is a popular community gathering space, particularly for families and holidaymakers. The branch features zones for reading, studying and working, a dedicated area for children, public access PCs and free WiFi. Regular Baby, Toddler and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here, and many events and programs for adults are also run throughout the year.

Upcoming events

Preschool Story Time
Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, Mar 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, Mar 18, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, Mar 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, Mar 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Thu, Mar 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Baby Time
Fri, Mar 21, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Preschool Story Time
Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, Mar 25, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, Mar 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Baby Time
Fri, Mar 28, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Teddy Bears Sleep Over and Bedtime Tales - Nature, Nurture and Nourished
Fri, Mar 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an enchanting evening at the library for our Teddy Bears sleepover, filled with stories and fun. Bring a... more
Join us for an enchanting evening at the library for our Teddy Bears sleepover, filled with stories and fun. Bring a teddy who will stay the night and don't forget to wear your PJs!. Ages Pre-school
Preschool Story Time
Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.
Chess Club
Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in... more
Test your wits and challenge yourself at Chess Club! Learn the basics, develop strategy and practise with others in a friendly environment. Suitable for beginners and advance players. Ages 8-15
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 01, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
The Youth Mix
Tue, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mix it up with a bit of art, craft, retro games, tech activities, and good company. Ages 12+
Toddler Time
Wed, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Toddler Time
Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.
Mega LEGO CLUB
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join other LEGO fans, explore your creativity and see where your imagination can take you. Ages 5+
Baby Time
Fri, Apr 04, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Dinosaur Picnic Storytime - Bookings recommended
Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together, enjoying stories, songs and crafts about... more
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together, enjoying stories, songs and crafts about dinosaurs. Bring your snacks and expect a "roar-some" time! Ages: Preschool
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
Dinosaur Picnic Storytime - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together, enjoying stories, songs and crafts about... more
A fun-filled Storytime where little ones and their grown-ups come together, enjoying stories, songs and crafts about dinosaurs. Bring your snacks and expect a "roar-some" time! Ages: Preschool
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Time
Tue, Apr 08, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Brick It - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets... more
Create and engineer your dreams using Lego Brickit ©. Join us for an experience where creativity meets architecture. Young builders and grown-ups team up together and bring your imagination!
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
Connect and Construct - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Learn how to make folds, joins and tabs to connect shapes together then construct your own cardboard creation.
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
Together We Clay - Bookings recommended
Tue, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own... more
Come along all clay creatives to a hands-on polymer clay workshop. Practice your skills and make your own mini-figurine. Ages 12-18
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
Connect and Construct - Bookings recommended
Wed, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Learn how to make folds, joins and tabs to connect shapes together then construct your own cardboard creation. Ages 8+
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
Come and Play Together - Bookings recommended
Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come and play games, listen to stories, sing songs and have fun at this holiday program where doing things together... more
Come and play games, listen to stories, sing songs and have fun at this holiday program where doing things together makes it better! Ages: Preschool
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
Baby Time
Fri, Apr 11, 10:45am - 11:05am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.
Designing Slogans Together - Bookings recommended
Fri, Apr 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Using Canva, put your creative flair to work by designing a poster with a positive slogan focusing on the theme of... more
Using Canva, put your creative flair to work by designing a poster with a positive slogan focusing on the theme of "together". What will you come up with? Ages 12-18
Registration opens Monday, March 24 2025 at 9:00am
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