top of page
Your Journey in Writing

Your Journey in Writing

DESCRIPTION
This course is led by award winning author, Gayelene Carbis and is ideal for anyone exploring storytelling or life writing in any genre. Whether you're working on a memoir, family history, essays, poetry or creative non-fiction, this class is designed to support your writing journey. This course is suitable for beginners or experienced writers.
 
What to Expect:
  • Engaging discussions on writing techniques, texts and materials
  • In class writing activities and prompts to inspire creativity
  • Take home writing prompts to keep you motivated
  • Insights into publication opportunities, competitions and awards
  • Conversations on current literary and artistic news
 
UPCOMING SESSION
Friday, 17 July 2026 - 18 September 2026
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Location: Sandybeach Centre, 2 Sims Street, Sandringham
Tutor: Gayelene Carbis
Cost: $240
 
ENROL NOW
👉 Email: Click the "Enquire Now" button below
👉 Call: (03) 9598 2155
 
 

Gayelene Carbis is an award-winning writer of poetry, prose, plays and short film. Her second book of poetry, I Have Decided to Remain Vertical (Puncher and Wattmann) was recently awarded Finalist, International Best Book Awards 2024 (U.S.); and in 2023, Finalist, Best Book Awards, U.S., and Finalist, Poetry Book Awards 2023, U.K.

Gayelene’s poetry, short stories, memoir, plays and short films have won numerous awards and been published widely in Australia and overseas. Gayelene has taught Creative Writing for many years and she also works as a mentor and manuscript assessor. She is currently working on a collection of stories/auto-fiction/memoir and a new book of poetry.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  • There will be no classes on Victorian public holidays.

  • Bookings are non-refundable once confirmed.

  • This class requires a minimum number of participants to proceed. If minimum enrolments are not met, the class may be cancelled and a full refund or credit will be offered.

  • We are unable to offer make up classes, transfers or refunds for missed classes.

  • Enrolments are taken on a term-by-term basis.

  • If you are unable to attend, you agree to notify Sandybeach Centre by phone or email as soon as possible. A non-attendance fee may apply if you do not notify us, to help cover catering, entertainment and event costs.

  • You consent to photographs and videos taken during programs or events being used by Sandybeach Centre for promotional purposes, including on our website, social media and marketing materials.

  • You agree to receive SMS and email communications relating to your booking and relevant Sandybeach Centre programs, events and updates.

bottom of page