NYWM: Day 22

We know plenty of you are all enthusiasstically trying to fulfill your NYWM goals, but if you consider yourself new to the writing scene and still don’t know where to start, have you ever thought about writing reviews? Now we know that film reviewing works of two ways – you can either be a happy […]

NYWM: Day 21

Today is all about the opportunities and events! Opportunities and events We’re always on the lookout for writers to be featured as part of NYWM. If you’re happy to answer a few questions about you and your writing, please fill out this form. If you’re a woman who has had trouble thriving in the publishing […]

NYWM: Day 20

Songwriters, raise your hands! It’s all about you today! Today’s post is about songwriting and how to do it effectively. Writing lyrics can be a difficult task because not only do you need to be creative about it, the song has to able to touch you emotionally and the audience you would like to cater […]

NYWM: Day 19

Let’s be honest, we all need help sometimes. That’s why having a writing mentor is always handy to have. A writing mentor isn’t necessarily an editor per say. It’s more of a casual relationship that it is a formal one – writing mentors are there to assist you as you progress throughout your written pieces, […]

NYWM: Day 18

It’s almost the end of National Young Writers Month, but fret not we still have plenty of days to go! Day 18 is all about pitching your ideas to publications. If you’re keen to expand your writing skills and get published, then knowing how to pitch your ideas to editors is an absolute must. Unless […]

NYWM: Day 17

Today we’re going to talk about the importance of an author and editor relationship. It’s such a great feeling when you learn a publishing house is interested in publishing your manuscript. After gleefully dancing and calling everyone you know to talk about your newly found success, you go through the entire business process, contracts and […]

NYWM Writer Profile: Georgie Rychner

Name: Georgie Rychner Age: 19 State: Victoria What is your NYWM goal? To finally get started on my novella! I’ve been focusing on short stories over the past few years but there’s always been this one complex idea in my mind that deserves space to unwind. It’s time I sat down and worked on it. […]

NYWM: Day 16

Today’s topic is about self editing your written piece. Editing is s crucial stage in the writing process because while you may think your written piece is absolutely magnificent, it may be riddled with spelling and grammar errors you were unaware of. Don’t get us wrong, while editing is crucial, its actually quite a challenge […]

NYWM: Day 15

It’s day 15 young writers! We’re halfway through June, so now would be a good time to touch base with your NYWM writing goals. Are you up to date with your goals? If you’ve managed to keep a consistent diary entry, have a read back and see what kind of progress you have made. Plenty […]

NYWM: Day 14

Should interns be paid? That is an age old question when it comes to internships, considering that 99% of them are practically unpaid and free labour. We know that internships are important because they help you develop your skills and establish industry contacts, but considering that the tasks you do are similar to that of […]