Are you an author, publisher, printer or illustrator? Or simply someone who loves books?

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As promised, the Festival of Independent Writers and Publishers is all ‘go’ again, but with a new and exciting twist. We have now expanded our scope to include all authors and publishers, although indie authors and publishers will remain a major focus.

The new name of the festival is the Gold Coast Writers Festival and it will take place at Robina on Friday 26 October and Saturday 27 October, followed by a Literary Luncheon on Sunday 28 October. We’re looking for workshop presenters, speakers, panel participants and sponsors, so if you fall into any of these categories, please contact either Julie or Kathy.

 

 

Copyright Seminars from the Australian Copyright Council

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Copyright impacts on everyone in their professional and personal lives today. The Copyright Council offers a range of practical seminars to assist creators and users of copyright material on how to work with copyright material in the digital age.

The 2012 seminar program has been designed to ensure a strong, and practical, understanding of the latest copyright laws and applications. Topics include:

  • Copyright Essentials
  • Clearing Copyright Material
  • Websites, Blogs & Social Media
  • Doing Business Online: Copyright Issues & Business Models

Brisbane seminars will be held from 22 to 26 October 2012 at the Department of Primary Industries & Fisheries Auditorium.

The Australian Copyright Council is an independent, non-profit organisation formed in 1968. Its mission is to advance the arts and the creative industries in Australia by promoting the value of copyright.

Visit the Australian Copyright Council website for more information.

Byron Bay Writers’ Festival – early bird tickets on sale Monday 2 April

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It’s that time of year again. Time to get excited, plan your literary sojourn, brush up on your favourite authors, and buy your Early Bird tickets. Over one hundred of Australia’s most illustrious writers and thinkers are jostling for space in this year’s Byron Bay Writers’ Festival program and now’s the best time to secure your tickets.

Discounted Early Bird 3 Day Passes are on sale from Monday 2 April. Early Bird passes represent significant savings for both members and non-members and are all you need to gain access to the main marquee program between 3 – 5 August. Remember, Sunday 5 August offers the riotous Children’s Marquee and you may also purchase Early Bird Passes for this.

CLICK HERE to book your Festival Passes after 2 April or phone our booking hotline on 1300 368 552

 

 

2012 kuril dhagun Indigenous OnScreen Trainee Editor Program – State Library of Queensland

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Applications are now open for two Traineeships starting April 2012:

  • Open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people with an interest in book editing
  • Recruiting in Western Australia and North Queensland or the Torres Strait
  • Successful recipients will receive training in onscreen book editing
  • Traineeship includes all necessary equipment and software
  • Stipend of $2,500

Applications close 28 March 2012

To find out more:
p 07 3842 9985
e Katie.Woods@slq.qld.gov.au
w www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/awards/blackwrite

This program is funded by the Literature Board of the Australia Council for the Arts

Bellingen Readers & Writers Festival, 23 – 25 March 2012

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The inaugural Bellingen Readers and Writers Festival in 2011 was nominated for two awards, and achieved an almost nine out of ten approval rating from its audience.
Set amidst the magnificent natural environs of the Bellinger River, the unpopulated beaches of the Coffs Coast and Dorrigo’s world heritage forests, the Bellingen Readers and Writers Festival is an event not to be missed.

This year’s exciting program has over 50 of Australia’s best loved writers appearing including festival headliners Robert Drewe, Morris Gleitzman, Charlotte Wood, Arnold Zable, Alice Pung, Alan Gould, Steven Carroll and the ABC’s Richard Glover.

The three days of inspiring literary events promise to entertain, inspire and provoke with panel discussions, writing and storytelling workshops, book and poetry readings, literary quizzes, experimental film screenings, musical performances and the very popular Bello Poetry Slam.

Tickets and program details at www.bellingenwritersfestival.com.au

Workshop: Working with Writers, 28 March 2012

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Editors need good people-management skills. Even the best copyeditors can come unstuck if they deal with writers, clients or colleagues poorly. Editors need to develop good working relationships with all members of the publishing team, but especially with writers.

Based on his experience in dealing with hundreds of writers in different genres and workplaces in three countries, Peter Storer will use case studies to illustrate and discuss the techniques and strategies that can be used when dealing with different types of writers in different situations, ably supported by Kerry Davies’ wealth of experience.

This full-day workshop (with lunch and morning and afternoon tea supplied) will be equally valuable to in-house editors and freelancers in all fields of publishing. Although the focus is on editors, the skills and strategies presented are applicable to any member of the publishing team who deals directly with writers.

See the Training page for more details.

When? Wednesday 28 March 2012, 9.30 am to 4.30 pm
Where? Function Room 1, QCWA, Ruth Fairfax House, 89-95 Gregory Terrace, Spring Hill, Brisbane
How much? $230 members; $295 non-members (lunch included)
Closing date for registration? Wednesday 21 March 2012

Society of Editors General Meeting 7 March 2012

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You are invited to the Society of Editors (Qld) General Meeting on 7 March 2012.

You’ll be warmly welcomed with wine, fruit juice and savouries, which are included in the modest tax-deductible cover-charge of $10.

Date: 7 March 2012
Time: 6.00 pm for a 6.30 pm start
Venue: Cr Helen Abrahams’ conference room, Unit 2, 63 Annerley Road (Crown Street entrance), Woolloongabba. Entry is via the rear door, and there is free parking nearby.
Subject: Secret Editors’ Business
RSVP: Speaker Secretary Josephine Brown joalb@bigpond.net.au

Training Workshop (Wed 28 March) – Working with Writers

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The Society of Editors (Qld) is planning to hold a workshop on Working with Writers, on Wednesday 28 March. Presenter Peter Storer, ably assisted by Kerry Davies AE, will examine effective techniques and strategies for working with different types of writers in different circumstances.

All editors face challenges in working with writers at some stage. Developing and practising good people management skills is crucial for all editors; this workshop will provide a valuable opportunity for you to hone those skills.

Are you interested in attending this workshop? We’re not asking for a definite commitment at this stage but we would like to obtain some indication of likely attendance for workshop planning purposes. So if you are interested, please contact Training Officer Robin Bennett by Wednesday 15 February.

Freelancers Lunch (March 6) – An invitation to all our member freelance editors

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Join us for lunch in the bar at the Melbourne Hotel for the first freelancers lunch of 2012.

Address: 10 Browning St, West End
Date: Tuesday March 6
Time: midday
Details:

Central location close to public transport. Parking is available on street or paid parking next door. Lunch specials for $15. Wheelchair-friendly venue.

Go to www.themelbournehotel.com.au for more details.

Please RSVP to Patrice Shaw by March 1.

What’s on: Pamela Samuelson Public Lecture – Copyright Law and Policy (March 12)

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In this presentation Professor Samuelson will reflect on the evolution of copyright law in the last 20 years in response to the challenges of the internet age. In particular she will discuss the Copyright Principles Project – a copyright reform project which she initiated and led from 2007-2009.

When: Monday, March 12, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM
Where: Gibson Room, Level 10, Z Block, QUT Gardens Point Campus
Cost: Free
More information: QUT Law and Justice event webpage