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Writing WA appoints Will Yeoman as new Chief Executive Officer

Writing WA appoints Will Yeoman as new Chief Executive Officer Writing WA is delighted to announce that Will Yeoman has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. An experienced literary editor, festival ...

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There has never been a better time …

There has never been a better time to make a contribution to Writing WA. We are thrilled to announce that Writing WA has been selected as a recipient of a ...

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2023 CBCA Book of the Year Shortlist

The Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) have announced the shortlist for the CBCA Book of the Year Awards. Included on the shortlist are following Western Australian creators: Sean E ...

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The Secrets of Storytelling

2 April @ 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Uncover the techniques best-selling authors use to write acclaimed stories in this lauded writing course with award-winning author A. R. Levett.

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Book Launch: When I’m Big by Karen Blair

2 April @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join Karen Blair to celebrate her new book “When I’m Big”.

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YA Book Club April 2023

4 April @ 5:15 pm - 7:00 pm

Join Dymocks Joondalup for giveaways and chats about books. Open to book lovers of all ages who enjoy young adult and fantasy!

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