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Inside Out Open Mic for Writers
7pm. MODAL, 845 New North Rd, ( cnr Asquith Ave) Mt Albert.
All welcome, music guest, koha entry. For more info email anitaarlov@hotmail.co.nz or see facebook inside.out open mic. (Once a month on the second Wednesday).
All writing is welcome at Inside.out ( fiction, poetry, non-fiction etc) and writers of all...
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StartWrite Writing Sample and Synopsis Assessment Programme
StartWrite Writing Sample and Synopsis Assessment Service - for writers who want to get an appraisal for part of their work. Writers can send in a piece of writing, up to 6,000 words (for poetry up to 24 pages), and a one page synopsis.
The NZSA Writing Sample and Synopsis...
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The 2022 Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat
25 - 27 February 2022
Waikanae, New Zealand
Immerse yourself in writing and conversation this summer. There’s something for everyone– whether you’re new to writing, an established writer, or somewhere in-between. The Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat is a three-day gathering for writers that encompasses intensive morning workshops and lively afternoon discussions led...
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NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize
Award for fresh writing with a 'unique and original vision'
The NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize celebrates the life and work of the writer Laura Solomon. As set by Laura, the main criteria for the exciting prize is for new writing with a ‘unique and original vision’. Published and...
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Gay Buckingham Kākāpo Keeper launch - Dec 17, 6.30 - 7.30pm, Mornington, Dunedin
Based on the true story of Richard Henry
Written as a diary by Andrew, the assistant of the famous Richard Henry, based on Resolution Island from July 1894 to June 1908. Each chapter starts with a lift from the diary of Andrew Burt (14) as he recounts the action...
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NZSA Mentor Programme 2022 - open for applications
For Writers! Apply now to be mentored by an established writer, poet or playwright.
The NZSA Mentor Programme accepts applications for the 2022 programme from 1 Dec 2021 to 1 Feb 2022.
The NZ Society of Authors Mentor programme 2022 seeks applications from writers looking for professional development, a safe space...
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2021 Graeme Lay Short Story Competition Winners Announced
The 2021 Graeme Lay Short Story Competition winners have been announced by the NZSA Auckland Branch today, see below for all details.
In announcing the winners for 2021, Graeme praised the high standard of writing from the top ten shortlisted stories, "I found it extremely difficult to select a winner,...
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Crystal Arts Trust - Master of Creative Writing Prize
PLEASE JOIN US. The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Professor Robert Greenberg and Director of
the Master of Creative Writing, Dr Paula Morris invite you to the inaugural awarding of the Crystal Arts Trust Master of Creative Writing Prize.
Online Zoom event
Thursday 9 December, 5.30-6.30pm
RSVP: crystal-arts-trust.eventbrite.co.nz (registrations close on...
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Auckland Branch Celebrates 50 Years
Auckland branch stalwart BERNARD BROWN was there in 1971 when the Auckland branch of the then 50 years old PEN International was established. Here he recalls some of the highlights of the branch over the half century since:
It’s 50 years since Keith Sinclair and Maurice Shadbolt decided to launch...
