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AU$99.00
Next: Sat, 28 Feb 1:00PM (AEDT)

Intro to Novel Writing Workshop


Improve your writing skills by learning the techniques of novel writing through this engaging introductory workshop at Sydney Community College.

This course is designed to kick-start your journey into novel writing. Gain insights into developing and researching your ideas, creating vivid characters, and structuring compelling stories. Through short excerpts and writing exercises, you’ll practice essential techniques and build habits that support your creative goals.

Course Outline

  • Idea Development & World-Building: Learn how to shape your idea into a synopsis, research your genre, and establish a sense of place.
  • Character Creation & Dialogue: Explore methods for building dimensional characters using research and master internal/external conflicts.
  • Story Structure: Understand key narrative arcs and maintain narrative drive through the first chapters and beyond.
  • Writing Practice: Set writing goals and adopt sustainable, fulfilling practices for writing success.

Schedule & Pricing

  • Upcoming Sessions: Feb 28, 2026 | May 2, 2026 | Aug 15, 2026 | Nov 28, 2026
  • Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • Price: $99
  • Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039

Please Note:
Recommended reading materials will be introduced during class. Please bring a notebook and pen for note-taking.


Details

3 hours

You will learn

  • Develop compelling ideas and world-building for your novel
  • Create multidimensional characters with realistic conflict
  • Apply effective story structures to maintain narrative drive

You will get

  • Expert guidance from an experienced writing instructor
  • In-class writing exercises to apply techniques learned
  • Recommended resources to support your writing goals

Appropriate for

Aspiring and emerging writers, well-read beginners, and anyone interested in learning how to write a novel.


Preparation

What to bring

  • Notebook
  • Pen for note-taking

What to wear


Your Teacher

Sydney Community College

Sydney Community College

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Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors

The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.

We do this by:

  • Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
  • Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
  • Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
  • Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
  • Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.

Terms & Conditions

At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.  

At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.

That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably.  Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:

Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

 Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College. 

Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued.  If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.

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