What a blast — Thanks all for such an amazing day!
WRITEFEST brings together an amazing group of tutors and wordsmiths under one roof to teach a broad range of skills over one super stimulating day. If you're a fiction writer looking to improve your craft or a newer writer looking to learn & connect with other writers - this event is so for you.
WRITEFEST21 WORKSHOPS
Thanks to all our amazing tutors!
Start Creative Writing!
Kathryn Burnett
The Art of Self-Editing
Lee Murray
Writing Short Story
Ruby Porter
Beat The Block! Smash Procrastination
Kathryn Burnett
BOUNCE BACK FROM REJECTION
Kathryn Burnett
Telling True Stories - Writing YOUr Memoir
Janice Marriot
Beginner’s Guide to Self-publishing
Kirsten McKenzie
How to Write Great Sex Scenes
Ruby Porter
Plot Like a Pro
Ellie Kivinen
Special Guest Panel
Michele A’Court, Te Radar
The PANEL + HAPPY HOUR
Surviving The Writing Rollercoaster
Featuring Our Special Guests - Michele A’Court, Te Radar, Lee Murray, Scott Butler
OUR TUTORS
Janice Marriot, Lee Murray, Ellie Kivinen, Ruby Porter, Kathryn Burnett, Kirsten McKenzie, READ TUTOR BIOS HERE
HOW do i SIGN UP?
So many ways you can join us at Writefest 2021! Choose the ticket option that suits you best...
Buy an All Day Ticket and indulge in a day of writerly goodness - as many workshops as you like PLUS this ticket includes the Coffee & Pastries Breakfast, our amazing discussion panel and Happy Hour.
Time poor? Buy a Half Day Ticket and come for just the morning OR just the afternoon. NB: Morning people are invited to the Coffee & Pastries breakfast while afternoon people are welcome to attend our discussion panel and Happy Hour.
Just want to nip in and out? Buy a One Off single workshop or two - and we might even sort you out with a coffee.
FAQ
Q: Who is this workshop for?
Anyone writing fiction or interested in writing fiction. There is a range of workshops - some are for aspiring writers, others are for people already writing. (Feel free to get in touch if you have questions - hello@bgww.co.nz)
Q: What is the age limit?
16 years old
Q: How Many of the workshops will I have access to?
If you’ve purchased an All Day or Half Day ticket you can move around as many of the workshops as you like. If you buy a One Off workshop ticket you’ll only have access to that workshop.
Q: What is the catering situation?
Morning and afternoon tea are provided. Purchasers of Full Day or Half Day tickets are also invited to our Coffee & Pastries breakfast @ 8am and Happy Hour @ 5pm.
Q: Can I buy additional tickets at venue on the day?
Yes, if you want to upsize to a Half Day ticket or purchase another One Off ticket - no problem.
Q: Are the tickets transferable?
From person to person or Writefest workshop to writefest workshop - yes. Transferable to another BGWW event - no.
Q: What is your refund policy in case of covid lockdown?
If we cancel the event for any reason - you'll receive full refund. (NB: In case of COVID related lock downs - the event will be postponed.)