The Writer's Research

Wednesday 8 February 2012 - Wednesday 29 February 2012

Presented by: Romy Ash
Rating: Early and Emerging
Type: Course

Wednesdays 6.30–8.30pm, 8–29 February

Develop research skills required for credible writing. Apply techniques to both fiction and non-fiction, with attention to researching character and setting for novel length works. Learn the dangers and possibilities of utilising memory and personal histories in both fiction and non-fiction. Utilise oral histories and learn interview techniques. While the emphasis is on “hearing voices” through research, importance will be placed on the writer’s vision and retention of their own unique voice.

Romy Ash is a Melbourne-based writer. Her first novel, Floundering, was shortlisted for the 2011 The Australian/Vogel Literary Award and is published by Text in 2012. Romy Ash has written for The Griffith Review, The Big Issue and frankie magazine. She writes a cooking column for Yen magazine and the blog Trotski & Ash. She has taught writing at The University of Melbourne for the past four years.

Early birds receive 10% discount. Offer closes 25 January

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