Georges River Writers: Writing Creative Characters Masterclass

Bring your fictional characters to life in this in-depth workshop designed for writers of all genres. Learn how to build compelling backstories, develop strong characterisation, and define clear internal and external goals. You'll also explore the power of point of view, master dialogue writing and formatting, and refine your narrative voice. Perfect for anyone looking to create memorable, multi-dimensional characters that resonate with readers.

This will be an in-depth dive into creating complex fictional characters

• How to create a compelling backstory for your character
• Characterisation and how to use it effectively
• Internal and external character goals
• Point of view: how to use it appropriately for your chosen genre and audience
• Writing convincing dialogue and formatting it correctly
• Narrative voice and how to discover and refine yours

About the Facilitator:

Aylish Dowsett is an award-winning writer, tutor, and copywriter. She teaches creative writing at The Writers’ Studio, The Writing Quarter, Creative Writing Ink, and St George and Sutherland Community College. Her work has been published in Mythrill Fiction, Collider, Honi Soit, Grapeshot, The Quarry, and many others. She loves cats and all things weird and British.

Cost: $12.50

Age: 16+

Skill level: None required.

Equipment: Paper and pen for activities.

Other Georges River Writers Events in October:

Aspiring and experienced writers can join us for a series of events celebrating and encouraging our writing community in October! Please click the links for more information:

• Georges River Writers Meet & Greet 15 October
• Georges River Writers Showcase 18 October.

Accessibility Information:

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email [email protected] or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.

Terms and Conditions:

• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.
• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces and repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations, bookings may be refused in the future.
• The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Hurstville Library and Service Centre, Corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville, Australia