Writing Vividly Workshop
This workshop with Dr Lee Kofman is suitable for writers at all stages of their craft, whether starting out or working on a manuscript. It’s a deep dive into ways to make writing more expressive and evocative.
Wine and words at Stonier
Gather your friends and come along to glorious Stonier Winery from 12.30pm, grab a seat by the cosy fireplace, for an afternoon of conversation with bestselling authors Anne Buist and Graeme Simsion, as they chat about their latest book, The Oasis.
Entries for the Mayor’s Short Story Writing Awards are now closed
These awards aim to encourage and support Mornington Peninsula writers of all abilities, to celebrate our diverse talent, showcase local stories and voices and make our community come alive. Do you have a story to tell? Local writers aged 8 and up are being called to share their voices.
Western Port Writes at the Fringe
As part of the Flinders Fringe Festival, Western Port Writes hosted a lively discussion on family relationships and what makes a good story with three excellent authors. We were privileged to have Jason Steger as our moderator. The three authors were Tony Birch, Melanie Cheng and Kylie Ladd.
Our first literary event for 2025
Our first event for 2025 is a WPW Writers Panel, being held as part of the Flinders Fringe Festival, on Saturday 22 February 2025, from 2.30pm to 4.30pm at St John’s Hall Flinders.
Issue 3 of Western Port Writes News
The curtain has fallen. The fanfare and excitement of the festival has subsided. Authors and presenters have gone back to their writing rooms and jobs that pay the bills. The audience went home.... It was hard work. It was worth it. Energising and inspiring.
