WRITING FOR CHILDREN - CHAPTER BOOKS
​April 20th, 10am to 3pm
Instructor: Elaine Ouston ​

Writing for children requires as much, if not more, skill and perception than writing for adults. Many people believe it is easier than writing for adults. This is not so.

Because the story length for this age group is limited, knowing what to put in and what to leave out is the most important factor. We will look at popular chapter books and explore what makes them the success they are, and examine the plot lines and language needed to excite this group of beginning readers.

Feedback: Send the first 10 pages of your writing for this age group by April 13th for feedback on the day. ​

Author and writing tutor - Elaine Ouston

Elaine holds a Master of Letters in Creative Writing (MLitt) from Central Queensland University, and a Diploma of Graphic Art. She is a published author of a number of books for children.

She presents writing workshops, edits for other writers, and sets up books for self-publishing at Gondor Writers' Centre. Through  Australian Literary Festivals and Book Fairs she organises literary festivals for schools or libraries. Visit the website for more information: www.austlitfest.com.

She is an experienced writing tutor, editor and designer, and has had many recommendations from students for her workshops.