Georges River Writes: Fantasy Writing for Adults (Ages 18-29)

Filled with magic, folklore, unforgettable worlds, bold characters, and even a touch of romance, fantasy is an exciting genre that sparks the imagination.

Award-winning writer and tutor Aylish Dowsett will guide you in crafting your own fantastical stories, as you connect with like-minded enthusiasts of the genre. This hands-on workshop welcomes both beginners to writing, and experienced writers looking to hone their craft or try something new.

In this workshop you will:

• Learn the foundations of fantasy writing and how to create your own unique worlds and characters

• Be introduced to strategies to ignite your creativity and beat writer’s block

• Develop ideas for your own fantasy stories through guided writing exercises

• Gain confidence in a supportive environment with an experienced tutor.

Cost: $8.50

Age: 18-29

Experience: No experience required.

Equipment: Paper and pen.

About the Facilitator:

Aylish Dowsett is an award-winning writer, tutor, and copywriter. She teaches creative writing at The Writers’ Studio, The Writing Quarter, Creative Writing Ink, and St George and Sutherland Community College. Her work has been published in Mythrill Fiction, Collider, Honi Soit, Grapeshot, The Quarry, and many others. She loves cats and all things weird and British.

Accessibility Information:

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email [email protected] or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.

Terms and Conditions:

• No refunds for cancellations or missed bookings.
• Program swapping is not permitted.
• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.
• This workshop will not be recorded and cannot be accessed after the scheduled time. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces and repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations, bookings may be refused in the future.
• The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop.

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