Delighted to share I am a panelist at the 12th annual Bay Area Book Festival this year! I’ll be speaking on Sunday, May 31 at the Marsh Arts Theater in Downtown Berkeley for Hidden Agenda: Cults, Corruption, and Conspiracy in the Modern Thriller. I’ll be alongside Sarah Gailey, Luke Goebel, and Paddy Hirsch, moderated by Marie Sutro.
More details: https://www.baybookfest.org/session/hidden-agendas-cults-corruption-and-conspiracy-in-the-modern-thriller/
#BABF2026 #Thrillers #thrillerwriters #thrillerbooks #bayareabookfestival #books
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We hope you'll join us for our 20th anniversary Writers and Illustrators Conference, with online sessions this weekend and in-person/streamed sessions next weekend.
If you haven't booked yet, you can do so at www.CYAConference.com
#CYA2025 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks
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If you've not yet subscribed, you can do so at CYAConference.com
#CYA2025 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks
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CYA Bootcamps are designed for writers and illustrators of children’s, young adult, and adult books. The workshops offer expert-led feedback, focused manuscript time, and progress reviews in small, supportive groups. The April bootcamps are online so you can join us from anywhere in the world.
Places are available with:
✍️Erin Middleton (Walker Books Australia) - picture, chapter book & young adult
✍️Karen Tayleur (Wild Dog Books) - picture, chapter book & young adult
✍️Lauren Clarke (Creating Ink) - chapter book & young adult, adult fiction
✍️Lorae Fossy (Scholastic Australia) - picture, chapter book & young adult
✍️Luna Soo (Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing) - chapter book & young adult
🎨Serena Geddes - illustrationsFind out all the details at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp
#CYA2025 #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks -
Discover the art of public speaking with actress, playwright, and AWGIE-nominated radio dramatist, Donna M. Cameron, as she shares insights gained from her journey as a novelist. Join us in person on July 6th at 2:40 pm for a workshop focused on “Mastering the Art of Public Speaking: Voice Control and Overcoming Nerves.”
Effective public speaking entails more than just volume; it requires mastery of voice modulation and articulation, along with the ability to manage stage fright. Gain confidence and poise as you explore the intricacies of public speaking, a skill set that transcends mere vocal projection.
This workshop will equip you with techniques to mitigate nervousness and enhance your delivery. Through practical exercises, we’ll delve into the nuances of voice control and articulation, emphasising the importance of thorough preparation. By embracing authenticity and confidence, you’ll learn to craft your message in a way that captivates audiences long after you’ve left the podium.
Join us for an enriching session tailored for authors and anyone seeking to refine their public speaking skills.
Visit CYAConference.com to learn more and reserve your spot.
Donna’s debut, Beneath the Mother Tree (2018, MidnightSun) was listed as a top Australian fiction read in The Advertiser’s 2018 yearly round-up and was selected for the 2019 QWC/Screen QLD’s Adaptable program.
Donna’s agent, Fiona Johnson from Beyond Words Literary Agency, and Anna Solding from MidnightSun Publishing will be doing assessments at this year’s conference. You can book a session with her at www.CYAConference.com/assessments
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #CYAConference #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Haven’t yet booked for the upcoming writing and illustration bootcamps on July 7?
Suffering from FOMO?Great news! We're shaking things up on July 7 by offering an online group session. Join us and gain insights from industry experts including:
- Briony Stewart, illustration guru ready to elevate your art skills.
- Clive Hebard from Penguin Random House, specializing in adult fiction.
- Coral Huckstep from Affirm Press, focusing on picture books and young adult genres.
- Crystal Corocher from Write Now Literary specialises in picture books and young adult literature.Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best, network with fellow creatives, and take your skills to the next level. Secure your spot now and turn your FOMO into an unforgettable experience!
Book your place at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #CYAConference #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Join Catherine Bilson on July 6, 2024, for an in-person and streamed session on "Audiobook Basics for Authors."
This session offers valuable insights into the world of audiobooks from an author's perspective. Learn about key aspects such as production processes, collaborating with narrators, and the dos and don'ts of self-narration. Additionally, discover effective strategies for distribution and monetization on platforms like YouTube. This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of audiobook creation and promotion.
For more information, visit www.CYAConference.com.
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks -
Join Alex Adsett & Crystal Corocher on 6 July for “The rise of the different literary terms.”
Agents, independent editors, book scouts, writing coaches, book coaches, and rights managers. Join us to find out the meanings behind these crucial industry terms.
For further details, visit www.CYAConference.com
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Join Crystal Corocher online on July 14 for “Celebrating the Process,” a guide to maintaining positivity and productivity on the path to publication.
Topics include:
• Building resilience to rejection
• Recharging your creative mojo
• Caring for your inner writerCrystal's journey in the creative arts began at 17, navigating various directions since. With over twenty years of experience, she offers tips on persisting in creativity. This presentation will tackle 'Imposter Syndrome,' handling setbacks, and managing slow progress, providing practical advice for every writer.
For further details, visit www.CYAConference.com
Crystal is also running an in-person writers' BootCamp at CYA on July 7 - www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks
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Join Greg Barron for "Making It Work for You: Serialising Books"
We are excited to announce an upcoming event with Greg Barron, scheduled for July 14, 2024. Titled "Making It Work for You: Serializing Books," this session promises valuable insights into the art of book serialisation.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Greg Barron's extensive experience. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details!
For further details, visit www.CYAConference.com
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get professional feedback on your manuscripts!
The writing assessment sessions with Caitlan Cooper-Trent & Tara Wynne from Curtis Brown, Carolyn Martinez from Hawkeye Publishing, Anna Solding from MidnightSun, and Kristy Bushnell from Kristy Bushnell Editing Services are closing soon!
These 15-minute one-on-one online meetings will provide you with invaluable insights as the editors and agents will have pre-read your work before your session. This is your chance to refine your craft and take your project to the next level!
🗓️ Dates: June 29th & 30th, and July 13th & 14th.
📍 Sessions are online.Secure your spot now by visiting www.cyaconference.com/assessments! 📖✨
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Are you an aspiring or published author looking to take your manuscript to the next level? Don’t miss this opportunity to have your work assessed by Agent Tara Wynne from Curtis Brown at CYA 2024. Bookings close this weekend!
Tara is a seasoned literary agent with an eye for compelling stories across a range of genres. She will be assessing:
- Crime
- Horror
- Mystery
- Narrative Non-Fiction
- Non-Fiction
- Romance
- Thrillers
- Women’s FictionTara shares her perspective on what she seeks in a manuscript:
"I am always looking for a good story well told, a new twist on an old tale. Voice is the first thing I look for and narrative drive comes next. Whether a memoir or novel, I want something that would appeal to the book club reader, straddle the literary and commercial. I want to FEEL for the protagonist and care about the journey he, she, or they make. It has to be evident that the writer has read widely and researched the genre that they are writing in enough to make it a play on the bestsellers already out there."
This is your chance to get invaluable feedback and insights from one of the industry's top agents. Book your writing assessment at www.cyaconference.com/assessments
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters
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Upcoming Workshop: Symbolism in Children's Books with Stef Gemmill
We are excited to announce an upcoming workshop led by the talented Stef Gemmill, focusing on the use of symbolism in children's literature, both in writing and illustrating.
Date: 14 July 2024
Mark your calendars for this insightful session that promises to enrich your understanding of how symbols can enhance storytelling for young readers. Whether you are an author, illustrator, or simply passionate about children's books, this workshop is designed to inspire and inform.
Stay tuned for more details on how to register. We look forward to your participation!
For further details, visit www.CYAConference.com
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Join Tania Joyce on July 14, 2024, for a Workshop on Marketing Your Self-Published Books
Have you self-published a book or two and are wondering what to do next? How do you find readers and maximize your sales? Discover effective marketing strategies, including newsletters, reader magnets, paid advertising, building your ARC team, and more. Learn how to leverage Amazon to grow your readership, and gain practical tips suitable for all budgets to boost your sales.
For more information, visit www.CYAConference.com.
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Upcoming Workshop: Creating Visuals of Your Characters with Sean Leahy.
We are excited to announce an engaging workshop led by Sean Leahy, the artist, cartoonist, and comic strip creator known for "Beyond the Black Stump." Join us on July 13, 2024, for an insightful session where Sean will walk you through the principles and steps of character creation.
For more information, visit www.CYAConference.com
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Join Michelle Douglas for "Writing an Emotional Rollercoaster" on July 13, 2024
Crafting compelling characters and stories that resonate deeply with readers is essential in fiction. It's the key to capturing their attention and keeping them engaged. When readers connect with your characters' fears, hopes, loves, and defeats, they become truly invested, eagerly turning pages, losing track of time, and recommending your book to friends.
But how do you evoke such strong emotions? How do you make readers feel your characters' experiences as if they were their own? In this workshop, you'll learn to generate emotion at both macro and micro levels. We’ll explore techniques such as character identification, visceral reactions, deep POV, showing rather than telling, and building suspense. By mastering these elements, you can create a narrative rollercoaster that captivates your audience from start to finish.
Join us to enhance your storytelling skills and leave readers eagerly anticipating your next book.
For more information, visit www.CYAConference.com
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Join us on July 6th at #CYA2024 for a panel discussion featuring Clare Hallifax, Clive Hebard, Coral Huckstep, Lisa Berryman, Luna Soo & Eve Tonelli. These industry professionals from top publishing houses will explore the latest trends and provide a forward-looking perspective on the publishing landscape for 2024-2025.
This session is an excellent opportunity to learn about the strategies, opportunities, and challenges authors will face in the dynamic world of publishing.
For more information, visit www.CYAConference.com.
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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Discover the art of public speaking with actress, playwright, and AWGIE-nominated radio dramatist, Donna M. Cameron, as she shares insights gained from her journey as a novelist. Join us in person on July 6th at 2:40 pm for a workshop focused on “Mastering the Art of Public Speaking: Voice Control and Overcoming Nerves.”
Effective public speaking entails more than just volume; it requires mastery of voice modulation and articulation, along with the ability to manage stage fright. Gain confidence and poise as you explore the intricacies of public speaking, a skill set that transcends mere vocal projection.
This workshop will equip you with techniques to mitigate nervousness and enhance your delivery. Through practical exercises, we’ll delve into the nuances of voice control and articulation, emphasising the importance of thorough preparation. By embracing authenticity and confidence, you’ll learn to craft your message in a way that captivates audiences long after you’ve left the podium.
Join us for an enriching session tailored for authors and anyone seeking to refine their public speaking skills.
Visit CYAConference.com to learn more and reserve your spot.
Donna’s debut, Beneath the Mother Tree (2018, MidnightSun) was listed as a top Australian fiction read in The Advertiser’s 2018 yearly round-up and was selected for the 2019 QWC/Screen QLD’s Adaptable program.
Donna’s agent, Fiona Johnson from Beyond Words Literary Agency, and Anna Solding from MidnightSun Publishing will be doing assessments at this year’s conference. You can book a session with her at www.cyaconference.com/assessments
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #WritingTips #CYAConference #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #illustrator #illustrations
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FULL DAY IN-PERSON
WRITING & ILLUSTRATION BOOTCAMPS
with
• Briony Stewart - Illustrations
• Clare Hallifax - Walker Books (PB/CB/YA)
• Clive Hebard - Penguin Random House (Adult)
• Coral Huckstep - Affirm Press (PB/YA)
• Crystal Corocher - Write Now Literary (PB/YA/Adult)
• Eve Tonelli - HarperCollins (PB)
• Lisa Berryman - HarperCollins (PB/CB/YA)
• Luna Soo - Hardie Grant (CB/YA)Visit www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp now for all the details.
#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks -
Catherine Bilson, author of over 30 books (under 4 pen names), took up narrating audiobooks as a pandemic project and soon turned it into a second career. With over 150 Audible credits to her name, she is a sought after narrator.
Catherine will present an in-person session on audiobook basics for authors at CYA on July 6, 2024. It will be an introduction to the world of audiobooks from the author's perspective, covering production, finding and working with a narrator, the do's and don'ts of self-narration, and distribution and monetisation on YouTube.
Find out more at www.cyaconference.com/conference
#CYA2024 #WritersCommunity #author #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks
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Joining us for Writers at Sea 2024? If you book you will also be able to access assessments at CYA Writers and Illustrators Conference with agents and editors from many of Australia’s publishing houses! Limited slots available, so reserve yours now! Don't miss this chance to take your writing to new heights! 📝🌊
www.cyaconference.com/assessments
#WritersAtSea #CYAConference #WritingCommunity
#WAS2024 #writersretreat #iamwriting #scriptwriter #writerslife #CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks -
Please welcome Matt Samuel to the #CYASuccess family.
“When I signed up for the 2021 CYA conference, I was very excited about the opportunity to get some direct feedback, with their Editor Assessment sessions. I had never done any pitches or face to face with editors or publishers before, so I was more than a bit nervous.
I received some great feedback from a couple of editors. And one of these editors was Rowena Beresford of Yellow Brick Books (now Riveted Press). Rowena and I only had 15 minutes to discuss 2 manuscripts. But in that time, she suggested a few things to help improve one story and she invited me to submit that story to her once I had made the changes. I took her feedback on board and submitted within the week. Then a few weeks later I was offered a contract.
Without CYA, I would never have had the chance to meet Rowena. Which means without CYA, I wouldn’t have a book being published!”Read Matt's full story at www.cyaconference.com/cyasuccess/matt-samuel
We're thrilled to have Rowena back with us at #CYA2024.
#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks
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LAST DAY TO GET YOUR ENTRIES IN FOR THE CYA2024 WRITING AND ILLUSTRATION COMPETITIONS.
www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrations categories.Published authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genres
Aspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genres
Hatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
- Published#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #Competition
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2 days until the CYA2024 writing and illustration competitions close. www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrationsPublished authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genresAspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genresHatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
- Published#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #Competition
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3 days until the CYA2024 writing and illustration competitions close. www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrationsPublished authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genres
Aspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genres
Hatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
- Published#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #Competition
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5 days until the CYA2024 writing and illustration competitions close. www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrationsPublished authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genres
Aspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genres
Hatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
- Published#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #Competition
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6 days until the CYA2024 writing and illustration competitions close. www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrationsPublished authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genres
Aspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genres
Hatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
- Published#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #Competition
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07 days until the CYA2024 writing and illustration competitions close. www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrationsPublished authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genres
Aspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genres
Hatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
- Published#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #Competition
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08 days until the CYA2024 writing and illustration competitions close. www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrationsPublished authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genres
Aspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genres
Hatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
- Published#CYA2024 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks #Competition
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09 days until the CYA2024 writing and illustration competitions close. www.cyaconference.com/competition
16 categories for everyone from published, aspiring and under-18 authors and illustrators.
Picture book to adult genres, and illustrationsPublished authors categories:
- Picture book (text only)
- YA/middle grade
- Writing for the adult genres
Aspiring authors
- Picture book - preschool-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - primary-aged children (text only)
- Picture book - non-fiction - primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - younger primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book - older-aged children (text only)
- Fiction writing for young adults
- Writing for the adult genres
Hatchling authors
- Picture books - preschool or primary-aged children (text only)
- Chapter book (includes Text only for younger primary-aged children, middle-grade children, and young adults)
- Writing for the adult genres
Illustrators
Submit a colour illustration suitable for a book, based on the theme IN MOTION
- Hatchling
- Aspiring
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Song of the Starlings: Chapter 15
“See what happens when you try and run away,” the silver bearded man said.
https://books2read.com/SongOfTheStarlings
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Song of the Starlings: Chapter 12
Deep in the soil, under the canopy of the big ironwood tree, Busi heard her spade hit something hard.
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Very excited to announce that My Brother-But-One is once again available to purchase in paperback with its beautiful new international cover.
https://books2read.com/MyBrotherButOne
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Last weekend to book a writing bootcamp.
The Bootcamp is a day spent with an editor where you will receive feedback on your work in small group sessions, time to work on your manuscripts followed by a progress session where they will give you further feedback, there is also a discussion panel and a Q&A session.
Places for the Bootcamp are strictly limited to four people per group, with each editor working with two groups.www.cyaconference.com #CYA2023 #CYAConference #WritersCommunity #author #illustrator #writing #YALit #FictionWriters #NonFiction #Literary #Fiction #RomanceWriters #ThrillerWriters #CrimeWriters #WritingTips #PictureBooks #ChildrensBooks #illustrations #IllustrationArtists #ChildrenIllustrator #JuniorFiction #EarlyReaders #ChapterBooks
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13 days to go.
CYA competition for U18s, Aspiring and Published authors and illustrators covering everything from Pre-school picture books to stories for adult readers.
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The program for the 2023 CYA Writers and illustrators conference is live and bookings are open. Join us from anywhere in the world for the online sessions.
www.cyaconference.com/conference
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for those of you waiting for the competition to start, head on over to the competitions page to get started
We are pleased to announce that following editors are the final judges in the published competition categories:
Published - children & YA - Michelle Madden (Penguin Random House)
Published - illustrations - Michelle Madden (Penguin Random House)
Published - adult - Clive Hebard (Penguin Random House)The 2023 competition dates are:
Closes: 11th April 2023 – Last email by midnight AEST.Shortlisted entries will be notified by 20th June 2023.
Winners of the competitions will be announced at the conference on 8th July 2023.
You do not need to be attending the conference to enter the competition.
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If you're an author or illustrator and would like to present online at the 2023 CYA #writers and #illustrators Conference in July, you can register your interest at www.cyaconference.com
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