Write with Stonnington Libraries

Published on 06 May 2025

Hone your writing chops and discover different ways of writing in our upcoming workshops.

Workshops cost $10 each and bookings are essential.

Writing for wellbeing

Join broadcaster and author, Dr Sian Prior, to explore the therapeutic power of expressive writing.

10 May, 10.30am – 12.30pm

Phoenix Park Library, 30 Rob Roy Road, Malvern East

Booking link: https://stonnington.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=129207

 Exercise your writing muscles

Spark your creativity with author Alicia Thompson as she leads you through short writing exercises. Great for warming up your hand or exploring bigger scenes or projects in your work-in-progress.

17 May, 10.30am – 12.30pm

Malvern Library, 1255 High Street, Malvern

Booking link: https://stonnington.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=135765

 Writing short stories with heart and depth

Join our writing teacher to learn how to write a story and

• find a plot from your own life

• add tension and keep it rising

• develop a character archetype

• create a realistic setting

• create a believable antagonist, and

• use a literary motif.

 6 June, 10.30am – 12.30pm

Prahran Place Neighbourhood Centre, 40 Grattan Street, Prahran

To book, visit stonnington.vic.gov.au/Library/Whats-On/Writers-Readers-and-Stories