What makes Sci-Fi Sci-Fi? Science fiction is deeply cemented in fact, theories and principles and the effects of technology on people.  

Join acclaimed Sci-Fi writers Garth Nix, Jay Kristoff, Alison Ferguson and Bryn Smith as they discuss all things science fiction and the methods to writing in the genre. 

YA fiction is one of the most popular genres in the market today with a large and diverse audience. It’s important to have an understanding of the type of stories read by young readers and how you can stand out from similar YA books currently in the market. You know - same same but different.

Zachary Ashford leads this discussion with YA author Will Kostakis, shortlisted for the CBCA Book of the Year Award, Yellow Brick Books publisher Rowena Beresford, and Benython Oldfield from Zeitgeist Agency

Writing high concept romance means big love, high stakes and a wild ride. Whether it is outer world, seedy underbelly gangs or billionaire red rooms, it’s all about creating a story that’ll leave readers staring wide-eyed at the pages of your book or tearing through to find out what could possibly happen next. 

Join Lori-Jay Ellis and esteemed romance writers Nalini Singh and Amo Jones as they discuss how to plan, write and pitch high concept romance.