We act as a catalyst for creativity, developing the art of writing and connecting emerging writers with the publishing industry.
Byron Writers Festival supports professional and emerging writers' careers through year-round workshops, courses and mentorship programs. We provide networking opportunities and advocate as a key cultural organisation for the art of literature, connecting writers from regional NSW and around the world.
Academy Workshops for Writers
Professional support for writers through creative development writing workshops, manuscript development and industry pathway programs.
Workshop
Opening Chapters with Laurel Cohn
This workshop examines the importance of the opening sentence, opening paragraphs and opening chapters. It combines critical reading – looking at a range of beginnings across genres to help understand what works and why – with writing exercises, to explore the effects created by starting a story in different ways.
Workshop
Personal to Published with Hilton Koppe
How to find, write and share your story. Join author and experienced writing workshop facilitator, Dr Hilton Koppe, for a day of playing with words and story.
Workshop
Masterclass: Prep Your Pitch with Melanie Ostell | Online
Join literary agent Melanie Ostell for a dynamic pitching workshop designed to help you craft a compelling pitch, refine your project, and present your work with confidence to publishers and agents.
Residential Mentorship
Our annual Residential Mentorship is Byron Writers Festival’s flagship development program for emerging writers.
Year-round Mentorships
Professional mentorship services are available to Festival Friend members.
Writers Groups
Find a writer’s group close to home.
If you’d like your writer’s group listed below please contact us.
