Melaina is the author of 35 Young Adults and Children’s books and conducts creative writing
workshops and masterclasses throughout Australia. Her workshop ‘Making it Good Enough to
Publish’ was a sell-out at the 2009 Brisbane Writers Festival and has been a sell-out repeat event in three different states over the past six years.

There will be two workshops on offer suitable for both beginners and experienced writers –
‘Unleash Your Creativity’ and ‘Making it Good Enough to Publish’.

‘Unleash your Creativity’ is a fun, energetic workshop that provides a variety of powerful tools,
techniques and exercises for writers to unleash their unique creative ability and to overcome
blocks and limitations. Writers will learn techniques to help them discover a more powerful writing voice.

‘Making it Good enough to Publish’ focuses on self-editing techniques that will improve writing and refine the story. The benefit of Melaina’s many years of experience working with over twenty
editors will enable writers to take shortcuts, avoid common literary pitfalls and save years of hard
work in becoming published.

Bookings are essential and participants are asked to bring pen and paper. The following
workshops will be held:

Workshop 1 - Unleash your Creativity
Friday 15th May
Proserpine Library –9.00 am – 12.00 pm
Bowen Library – 1.30 pm – 4.30 pm

Workshop 2 – Making it Good Enough to Publish
Saturday 16th May
Cannonvale Library –9.00 am – 12.00 pm

To make a booking or for more information please contact:
Cannonvale Library: 4946 1366
Bowen Library: 4761 3670
Proserpine Library: 4945 0275