I’ve been thinking about the people we are/were as kids. As we grow up, the details around us and our responsibilities may change, but essentially we will always be the kid who loved problem-solving, exploring, building, talking, reading, writing, or taking care of others. At least, this is true for me. How about you?
Since the last time I wrote to you, we ran a brilliantly productive and inspiring 3-day Story Camp. Term 1 has started - we have returned to leading in-school programs, after-school mentorships, and writing groups. We held our first Creativity Picnic of the year on a blazing hot day, and afterwards, celebrated by running through the sprinklers in Alexandra Gardens. We are in the midst of judging Moss Creature Competition stories … a truly tough job, I’m glad there are three of us! We are getting excited for next week’s Story Soirée.
On a personal note, I learned how to handmake journals - something I have been curious about for a while. In folding, stitching, and gluing pages, I remembered how much I have always loved making things with my hands. Writing words on a page is creation too, of course. But as a child, I loved making the books as much as writing the stories. Often, I imagined the book before I’d finished writing it. I could see it already existing, and I wrote, typed, pasted, printed, and drew, until it got there.
Every now and then, I get a glimmer that I am doing exactly what I loved doing as a child. I am reminded that even as the details around me and my responsibilities change, I am essentially still the girl who loves making, writing, sharing stories, listening, helping, and connecting with others.
I’d love to hear if this resonates with you, too!
Whether you are here for creative writing events for yourself or a young writer in your life, I hope you’ll find what you’re looking for below. If you don’t see it listed, please feel free to reach out. We just might be able to make it happen!
Best wishes,
Coming up…🍃
✏️ The Storytellers’ Club - Term 1, 2025
Online on Wednesdays, 4 - 5pm AEST
The Storytellers’ Club is suitable for young writers 8 - 12 years old who are eager to write, learn new skills, and find inspiration in a variety of creative writing prompts and engaging discussions throughout the term.
Term 1 has started, but we welcome new participants anytime!
Read more and join us here:
📝 Le Story Soirée
Friday 21 February, 6.30 - 9pm - Brunswick, VIC
Le Story Soirée is back next Friday! Join us for a night of provocative, evocative readings brought to you by Words of a Feather and The Provocative Inklings. All are welcome to put their name in the hat to share writing and stories in any format. All are also welcome to simply enjoy a wonderful night of readings.
The theme? AGAIN.
Story Soirées are held every second month. Bookings are essential.
Get your tickets!
🎨 Creativity Picnic
Sunday 2 March, 11am - 1.30pm - Peppercorn Lawns, Melbourne
This is a free event. All creatives and creativities are welcome! Bring your writing, sketchbooks, watercolours, colouring books, knitting, crafts, or books to read - however you’d like to spend a peaceful, creative morning together. Afterwards, we’ll share a pot-luck picnic.
💫 D(R)EAM: Movement & Storytelling
Sunday 30 March, 10 am - 5 pm - Northcote, VIC
Join us for a day of explorative movement and storytelling!
In this full-day workshop for adults, I’m partnering with my friend Dean Philp from Moving Puzzles. To learn more, click here!
🎨 Wilson’s Prom Creative Getaway
April 25 - 27 - Tidal River, Wilson’s Prom, VIC
Words of a Feather and The Provocative Inklings cordially invite you to a camping getaway at the idyllic Wilson's Promontory, where you may discover, reignite or simply live your passion for nature, life, and creativity. Away from the sound of the highway, and the office politics. No tram dings or missing the train by 1 minute! We do hate that. My friends, let the Galah be your alarm clock. The kangaroo can be your kick to get writing. The waves will be your invitation to floating freedom. Experience nature's definition of serendipity.
News & Opportunities🍃
📝 Community Write-in
Saturday March 22, 10.30am - 2pm - Higher Ground Cafe, Melbourne
Writing can be a lonely journey, but it doesn’t need to be. Sitting alongside fellow writers while we quietly focus on our passion projects — it’s simply one of the most invigorating things we can do.
Bring your writing projects, and perhaps headphones (it can get a little echoey in cafes these days!), and enjoy delicious food and coffee while you write in great company.
This event is led by our friend and fellow Melbourne-based author, Vicki Renner.
Max 10 participants.
Bookings required by 17 March. To join us, please email Vicki Renner: Vicki.Renner.70@gmail.com
📝 Flash Fiction Contest: Again
Closing date: February 25
Words of a Feather and The Provocative Inklings bring you another monthly flash fiction contest. This month’s theme is ‘again’. Writers of all ages, from anywhere in the world, are invited to enter a short piece of fiction under 100 words.
Read more & enter!
Read last month’s winning entries!
