Masterclass Series
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The Mechanics of Metaphors
10:30am
18th July
Mission to Seafarers
A session to refine your writing.
Getting a handle on how metaphors work allows you to avoid clichés with Fiona Murphy. In this workshop we will unpack how metaphors can enliven sentences and scenes, as well as infuse meaning and emotion into your story.
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Make Them Feel Something
1pm
18th July
Mission to Seafarers
Writing with emotional impact.
Want to create work with true heart? Join Courtney Peppernell to explore emotional storytelling, vulnerability, and voice. Through guided exercises, you'll learn to transform raw feelings into crafted pieces that feel deeply personal while warmly inviting your readers in.
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3pm
18th July
Mission to Seafarers
Get Your Hot Take Published
Queer life through the lens of academics.
Got a fiery opinion? Turn it into your next byline! Join Dani Leever, Publications Manager at Archer Magazine, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the publishing world. Learn how to transform your hottest take into a compelling article and craft the perfect pitch.
Meet the presenters
Fiona Murphy
Fiona Murphy is an award-winning writer and arts critic. Her memoir about deafness, The Shape of Sound, was highly commended in the 2022 Victorian Premier's Literary Awards.
Courtney Peppernell
Courtney Peppernell is a bestselling author whose books have sold millions worldwide and been translated into multiple languages. Her work explores love, healing, self-discovery, and connection.
Dani Leever
Dani Leever is a transmasc non-binary writer, editor and Libra based in Naarm. They are currently the Publications Manager for Archer Magazine, and they've been published in various online publications and in Fremantle Press’ anthology on OCD, 'Try Not to Think of a Pink Elephant'.
Event details
Daytime schedule
10:15am - Come on in!
10:30am - Masterclass - The Mechanics of Metaphors
12:00pm - Lunch break
1:00pm - Masterclass - Make Them Feel Something
2:30pm - Snack break
3:00pm - Masterclass - Get Your Hot Take Published
4:30pm - Formalities end
Food & Drink
This event will have a bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and the surrounding area has a range of lunch options..
Tickets
All tickets are equal and we encourage you to pay-as-you-can. Free tickets are available to anyone from the community, no questions asked - email hello@q-lit.com.au to secure a free ticket.
Access
The Auslan ticket is available to anyone who requires Auslan interpretation - selecting this ticket will alert our team to the need for an interpreter and this service will be arranged for the event.
This venue is wheelchair accessible, has gender neutral bathrooms, and a quiet space will be available throughout the event.
There will be friendly Q-Lit volunteers throughout the event who can guide you, be someone to chat to, or introduce you to others in the community.
Travel
Nearest train station - Southern Cross
Nearest tram stop - Stop D6 Victoria Police Centre/Flinders St
Nearest parking - Siddeley Street
Video & Photography
Photos and video of the event may be used on socials and in advertising, if you do not wish for your image to be used please let someone from our team know.