I Wrote a Novel in Lockdown! Now What?
I Wrote a Novel in Lockdown! Now What? - Sydney Course
We offer training in face to face and/or online learning formats.
- Please see scheduled class for delivery format.
- Online classes delivered via livestream video over Zoom.
It's been a challenge, but after two years of on-off lockdown you've finally put "The End" on that novel you never got around to starting (or finishing!). So what now?
In this comprehensive course we will focus on the fiction novel and discuss characters and plotting, editing and revisions, plus target audience and markets. We will also cover editors and agents, how to submit your work, and the pros/cons of self-publishing. If you've ever dreamed of being a published author and wondered what comes after the writing part, this course is for you.
- Paula Roe is a regular Borders Books bestseller and one of only five Australian authors who write for Harlequin Desire, a line published by Harlequin Enterprises, the biggest romance publisher in the world. Harlequin books go out to over 28 countries and are translated into 28 languages in 114 international markets on six continents. Before publication, Paula's writing won and placed in various contests, including Wisconsin Romance Writers Fabulous Five Silver Quill, Magnolia State Dixie First Chapter, Romance Writers of Australia's Emerald Award and the Valerie Parv Award.
Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!
Course Outline
In this course you will learn:
- how to define the genre you’re writing
- how to edit and polish your novel
- the roles of agents and editors
- the pros and cons of indie and traditional publishing
- where to submit your work
Course Outcome
By the end of the course you will learn how to:
- define your targeted genre
- identify strengths and flaws in your writing to effectively edit your work
- make a practical list of where to submit your novel
- gain an understanding into the publishing industry
What to Bring
Please bring a:
- Pen and notepad or laptop
- Finished draft of your novel
Other Information:
- No textbook required
Prerequisite
- The ability to read and write in English at an intermediate level or higher
- The student must have a full first draft of their novel completed
Important Information
Please note: You will need access to the internet and a smartphone, tablet, computer or laptop in order to participate in the livestream video classes.
Delivery Mode
- We offer training in face to face and/or online learning formats.
- To check the delivery mode of the course you are interested in please view the class timetable.
Classroom based: experienced and engaging trainers will take you through the course material face to face.
Classroom based learning for this course includes:
- Scheduled class times and sessions
- Interaction with your trainer and other students
Please note: Government COVID-19 regulations and recommendations, including appropriate social distancing measures, hand washing and other hygiene protocols will be in place at all times and may result in course delivery changes.
Remote learning: experienced and engaging trainers will take you through the course material via interactive livestream video classes online.
Remote learning for this course includes:
- Scheduled class times and sessions
- Livestream video classes online
- Interaction with your trainer and other students during livestream video sessions
Please note: You will need access to the internet and a smartphone, tablet, computer or laptop in order to participate in the livestream video classes.
Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!