Creative Writing Sydney

Anonymous Readings

Please buy your ticket on eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996438103109?aff=oddtdtcreator The heart of this event is creating a space for writing that feels a little too vulnerable, strange, personal, or unconventional for a typical open mic. Bring a poem, journal entry, story, lyrics, letter, or any piece of writing you’d like to share. It might be something you’ve always wanted to read aloud or share but never quite found the right space for. Maybe it’s deeply personal. Maybe it’s dark, funny, messy, intense, embarrassing, provocative, or unfinished. Whatever it is, this is a space where the focus is on honesty and expression. When you arrive, you’ll place your writing into a hat anonymously. Everyone will then draw a piece at random and read someone else’s work aloud. Your words get to be heard without the pressure of standing up and claiming them as your own. This is a participant-focused event. Everyone who attends is encouraged to bring a piece of writing and take part in the anonymous readings. The idea is that we’re all readers, writers, and supporters of one another. As the community grows, we may open future events to spectators, but for now I’d love everyone to participate.

Scribes Social

So we just finished hosting our first con at Old Government House... and this the ConSYDeration afterparty. Whether or not you came to the con, you're welcome to come meet us at the pub after for 'barcon' and have a chat about all things spec fic. *Everyone pays for their own meal + drinks* See [menu](https://www.woolpackhotel.com.au/dining)

ConSYDeration: Saturday

ConSYDeration 2026 is the inaugural speculative writers con for Western Sydney and beyond. Sydney Speculative Scribes and WestWords have partnered to provide an event for speculative fiction writers (science fiction, fantasy and its subgenres), offering panels, workshops and presentations. *Doors open 9am for a 10am start.* **Guest of Honour Siang Lu** in conversation with Parramatta Laureate **Eda Gunaydin** **Siang Lu** is the Miles Franklin-winning author of *Ghost Cities* and ABIA-winning author of *The Whitewash*. He is the co-creator of The Beige Index and the creator of #sillybookstagram. *Ghost Cities* was shortlisted for eight additional awards, including the ALS Gold Medal, The Voss Literary Prize and *The Age* Book of the Year. In 2026, *Ghost Cities* will be published with Simon & Schuster’s Summit UK and US imprints, and in 26 territories in translation thereafter. Siang is based in Brisbane, Australia, and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. **Eda Gunaydin** is a Turkish-Australian essayist, critic and short story writer from Western Sydney. She has published over 20 works, including her critically acclaimed, award-winning debut essay collection *Root & Branch: Essays on Inheritance*, and stories in publications such as *HEAT*, *Meanjin*, *Cordite*, *Liminal*, and *The Sydney Review of Books*. She is the current Parramatta Laureate in Literature, and lives on Wangal land. **Panel sessions** are 50 minutes each * 11am: **Getting Graphic** \| On writing for comics\, manga and graphic novels * Noon: **Spec Lit** \| On the emergence of literary techniques and craft in speculative fiction * 2pm: **Old Tales Reimagined** \| On retelling fairy tales\, folk tales\, myths and legneds * 3pm: **YA Speculative Fiction** \| On writing spec fic for young people * 4.30pm: **Blending Genres** \| On how to successfully combine two or more genres * 5.30pm: **Book Launch** (authors to be announced!) **Workshops available** (additional cost) * 11am: Edit Like An Expert with **Zena Shapter** * 2pm: Comic and manga scriptwriting for beginners with **Karen Beilharz** * 4.30pm: From the Page to the Stage with **Adam Richard** **See [full program](https://scribes.com.au/consyderation-program/)** **Cost is $64.50** for a day pass (workshops are +$30.50 each) [Buy through Sydney Fringe](https://sydneyfringe.com/events/consyderation/) OR if you want to come to other events at ConSYDeration, [read this guide](https://scribes.com.au/consyderation-tickets/) first. *Please note a 'yes' RSVP does not secure your place. You must [book and pay for a ticket via Sydney Fringe](https://scribes.com.au/consyderation-tickets/).* Photo credits: Siang Lu by Kirsty Iltners

Speculative Writing Night @ Chatswood Library

Twisted Fiction readings

Twisted Fiction returns at The Shakespeare Hotel. Don’t miss out on a night of fantastical storytelling. With tales from: * Kell Woods * Jeremy Szal * Jamie Ramjan * Erin Latimer **FREE**

Romance Writers of Australia - Sydney Meetup

This is our monthly meet-up!! This is a social group for local romance writers to discuss all things craft, publishing, and overall a chance to connect with other writers and refill the creative well. This is a group designated for ROMANCE writers (romantasy, paranormal romance, historical romance, etc.). Please review the group's description for further information. We do not read sections/give feedback during these meetings unlike many other writing groups. Please save some trees and do not print/bring copies of your work during the meet-up.

SelfPubAus lunch MeetUp - Strawberry Hills Hotel, Sydney

It's time for our September 2026 MeetUp at the Strawberry Hills Hotel next to Central Station, Sydney. **\*\*\*NOTE\*\*\*** we may be discontinuing this MeetUp account - not the gatherings, just the notifications via MeetUp. Most people seem to join/be notified via our **[Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/selfpubaus)** these days and we've also created a mailing list to notify people (sign up at **[SelfPub](https://selfpub.com.au))**. Come and meet some fellow writers and have a drink or lunch if you like. Everyone is welcome, whatever stage of the writing and publishing journey they're at. **[Strawberry Hills Hotel](https://www.thestrawbs.com.au)** \- downstairs in the Devonshire Room\. Look forward to seeing you there! Feel free to bring any books or marketing material from your writing and publishing journey - it's always great to see successful results.

Write Night in Marrickville 2026!

Welcome to Write Night in Marrickville! For those of you who have previously attended the group, we've moved - we're now at Thirstville on Illawarra Road Marrickville. Its a quieter venue (compared to the Gasoline Pony where we used to meet), very chilled out, and has a nice upstairs area which should suit us well for a meeting. The night will be in two parts - 1. The group starts the evening with some writing exercises, so please bring along paper, pencil/pen, laptop, whatever works for you. 2. After that, we go over any written material you care to share with us. Please bring two A4 pages at most, or a few more if spaced out (such as with poetry). Please bring around 6-8 print-outs of pre-written work to share with others - the benefit of paper is that people can write thoughts and feedback on them, and we can all relax with less screen time. If you cant print anything, no problem, we'll work something out. Please be prepared to offer constructive - but nice and supportive - feedback. The official finish time as 8.30pm, but feel free to hang around for mid-week socialising with fellow creatives if you like. Very relaxed and welcoming! Many thanks, and have a great night! Cheers, Roger.

Romance Writers of Australia - Sydney Meetup

This is our monthly meet-up!! This is a social group for local romance writers to discuss all things craft, publishing, and overall a chance to connect with other writers and refill the creative well. This is a group designated for ROMANCE writers (romantasy, paranormal romance, historical romance, etc.). Please review the group's description for further information. We do not read sections/give feedback during these meetings unlike many other writing groups. Please save some trees and do not print/bring copies of your work during the meet-up.

Creative Events Concept: 1 Day Ideation Session in Sydney

**Summary** Enhance storytelling skills with narrative techniques, tone, dialogue, and editing essentials in this immersive 1 Day creative writing workshop **Ready to secure your spot? 🎯 Register now and complete your payment securely via Stripe Checkout!** [Click Here](https://buy.stripe.com/8x2bJ1aam1YGeG4aeg2oE43) **About the Course:** **Duration**: 1 Full Day (8 Hours) **Delivery** **Mode**: Classroom (In-Person) **Language**: English **Credits**: 8 PDUs / Training Hours **Certification**: Course Completion Certificate **Refreshments**: Lunch, snacks, and beverages provided during the session **If you would like weekend training sessions, kindly reach out to us at [info@mangates.com](info@mangates.com) for availability and scheduling.** **Course Overview** This 1 Day creative writing course is designed to strengthen your storytelling and writing craft. You explore narrative structure, tone, writing styles, and descriptive techniques. The training includes hands-on writing practice, character development, dialogue creation, and editing approaches. You learn both foundational principles and advanced strategies that help you write engaging stories, articles, scripts, or content. The course ensures you leave with improved confidence, clarity, and creativity in your writing. **Learning Objectives** By the end of this course, you will be able to: * Understand the core principles of creative storytelling. * Build well-structured narratives with engaging flow. * Develop strong characters and meaningful dialogue. * Use tone, voice, and style effectively in writing. * Apply descriptive techniques to bring scenes to life. * Edit and polish writing for clarity and impact. * Apply creative writing skills across multiple content formats. **Target Audience** * Aspiring writers * Students looking to improve writing skills * Content creators and bloggers * Scriptwriters and storytellers * Marketing and communication professionals * Anyone wanting to enhance their creative expression **©2026 Mangates Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd. This content is protected by copyright law. 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Ideal for companies seeking innovation, creativity, and improved communication capabilities. **📧 Contact us today to schedule a customized in-house session: corporate@mangates.com** **Explore More with Mangates** * Leadership Communication Mastery * Personality Development Mastery * Leadership and Team Management * Personal Development & Life Skills for Teens * Leadership & Community Growth Program **Modules** **Module 1: Foundations of Creative Writing** * Understand what makes writing creative and compelling. * Explore imagination, originality, and writing purpose. * Learn key elements of strong storytelling. * Icebreaker *** **Module 2: Narrative Structure & Story Development** * Understand story arcs including beginning, conflict, climax, and resolution. * Learn how to outline stories for clarity and flow. * Explore pacing techniques to maintain reader interest. * Activity *** **Module 3: Character Building & Dialogue Writing** * Learn how to create believable, layered characters. * Understand how dialogue reveals personality and emotion. * Explore techniques for natural and engaging conversations. * Role Play *** **Module 4: Tone, Voice & Writing Styles** * Explore how tone shapes emotion and mood in writing. * Understand different writing styles and how to use them. * Learn how to develop your unique writing voice. * Activity *** **Module 5: Descriptive Writing & Sensory Detail** * Learn methods to paint vivid images through words. * Understand how sensory details engage readers. * Explore techniques to avoid over-description. * Case Study *** **Module 6: Editing & Polishing Your Work** * Understand the editing process for clarity and impact. * Learn how to refine sentences, paragraphs, and structure. * Explore common writing mistakes and how to fix them. * Simulation *** **Module 7: Applying Creative Writing in Modern Content** * Understand creative writing in blogs, scripts, social media, and branding. * Learn how to adapt storytelling for different formats. * Explore writing techniques that boost audience engagement. * Activity ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) **1\. 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Ashfield Writing Group #17

Bring along 750-1500, share your work and prepare to get some feedback! Sessions are fairly free flowing but will follow a basic format of 6-8 minutes of reading and 6-8 minutes of feedback for each participant. If you are having trouble finding the entrance to Ashfield library, use this document. [https://docs.google.com/document/d/16_Ptzwxce6ORvO4oa-xJNfZTtJMRbwfmTvR85ZDShkc/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/16_Ptzwxce6ORvO4oa-xJNfZTtJMRbwfmTvR85ZDShkc/edit?usp=sharing) This link is to the google drive folder. If you'd like to put your writing here, send a request for permissions. The folder is for any longer pieces you'd like to share, whether that's for feedback or just because you want someone to read it. [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1s9opV-9ML9jzwTIUaKJHg8Z6ksB8yfXA?usp=drive_link](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1s9opV-9ML9jzwTIUaKJHg8Z6ksB8yfXA?usp=drive_link)

Words on Tap

Are you working on a manuscript, short story, memoir, or idea that’s been simmering in your notebook or laptop? This group is for emerging writers and storytellers who want a supportive place to share their work and connect with like-minded creatives. Each MeetUp we offer the opportunity (optional, never pressured) for you to read a short excerpt of your work of up to 800 words in a safe, encouraging environment. This is not a critique group and not a workshop—it's about being heard, building confidence, and finding motivation through community. We will be meeting in the upstairs bar at The Flat Rock Brew Café, 290 Willoughby Rd, Naremburn NSW 2065, the first Wednesday of each month—a relaxed, welcoming space to talk writing, listen to stories, and nurture the creative process. (Many thanks to the Flat Rock Brew Café management - who have generously provided this space). Come along to: * Share your writing in a supportive space * Listen to others, sip a cool ale and get inspired * Connect with fellow writers and storytellers * Nuture your creativity and develop your author’s profile You’re welcome whether you want to read, listen, or simply be around people who “get it.” All writing styles and experience levels are welcome. And this is a free event.