As writers, we always hear that familiar old adage: Write what you know. Most often, we take this to mean that we should write about our own lives. Many well-known books have been based on the...
Tag: creative non-fiction
There is a romantic myth that surrounds writers. This myth is rife with infatuation, possessiveness and protectiveness: a writer is supposed to be obsessed with their work. Utterly absorbed. If...
Laura investigates the concepts behind creative non-fiction...
Established writers question the core values driving journalism, and the stories that have defined our recent times.
The Art of Biography Writing with Claire Tomalin at Sydney Writers’ Festival
Donna was at Sydney Writers' Festival to hear renowned biographer Claire Tomalin talk about her writing and her subjects...
Are Writers Happy People? The Happiness Dilemma at Sydney Writers’ Festival
Do you live a meaningful life? The Sydney Writers' Festival asks the hard questions at this event...