All set for today’s full day flash fiction workshop with Writing NSW. I hope you’re ready to be absolutely inundated (and hopefully a little bit inspired) @tallandtrue.bsky.social!

It's been so joyous to see so many wonderful supporters signing up to our new Patreon! We've worked hard to make sure we're offering value in return for that support. Check it out and see what you think 😊

If we haven't converted you after this, there's no hope left for you!

Yay for irl writer friends! So lovely to meet you @gregrschmidt.bsky.social! Next time, you can teach me, because we all know who’s the better writer! ❤️

On my way to Hornsby library. See you soon @gregrschmidt.bsky.social

I’ve just listened to the draft of our next “regular” episode (the first in 9 months 😱) This one is all about my best buddy Poe, and it’s a bloody great time. A reminder for those interested to check out our recommended reading before the ep drops: notquitewritepodcast.com/reading-recs...

So excited for Wednesday! Hornsby Council is subsidising this workshop to make it accessible for everyone. If you know anyone in the Hornsby area who wants to learn more about flash fiction writing, please pass it on. And if that’s you, book here and join us: www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/Community/Ev...

This was an interesting chat! Lots to unpack about the use of languages other than English in writing comps, if you’re into that sort of thing…

Maame was such a vibrant and vivacious interviewee. I dare you to listen and not fall in love!

Kids these days will never know the joy of filling a notebook with subsequently illegible, indecipherable, and deeply unsearchable musings.

For the Aussies, that clever lady on tonight’s (repeat) episode of The Chase is my aunty. Game shows are a bit of a thing in my fam ☺️

NQW has gone a little dormant lately, but that’s because we have some awesome new stuff in the works! The main thing we’re super excited about is our forthcoming Patreon launch. We’ve been quietly curating bonus content for a few months, and you are going to love it!

Who wants to come and hang out with me next Wednesday evening?

Nobody heard her, the spent woman,    But still she lay scrolling: I was much further burned out than you thought    And not resting but rotting. 🫠

I just wanna give a shoutout to the best poddy buddy who ever lived for dragging us over this huge milestone. Thanks @quitewriteed.bsky.social. You’re simply the best ❤️ Now get back in the studio and edit our Poe episode already.

Is anyone familiar with The Masters Review? Seems like it's been around for a while. Curious to know what you think of it? (Asking for a friend who's interested in the short story format)

Have you signed up yet? The clock is ticking and we want you in this round!

✨Self-actualised✨

Join us for the next round of the Not Quite Write Prize and kickstart your flash fiction addiction! Compete within a community of likeminded creatives, and write a compelling 500-word story based on our prompts to win thousands in cash plus publication! To sign up, head to notquitewriteprize.com

Today is my birthday, and I will be embracing my midlife crisis by getting a nose piercing. Almost everyone I know has told me it's a horrible idea. I think they're worried I will humiliate myself. (Joke's on them... I have no dignity left to lose! 😁)

They say to never talk religion or politics, but should that rule apply to writers festivals?

So fun to relive the joy of Words on the Waves!

So excited for my workshop at Umina Library this week! My goal is to recruit as many coasties into the cult of flash fiction as possible 😈

I know! I know! 🙋🏼‍♀️

In a world where arts funding is drying up, your course fee helps support important organisations like Writing NSW deliver services to local writers (and hey, we get to have fun in the process!) Hope to see you there 🙏

Had a wonderful time at the @writersvictoria.bsky.social workshop this morning! Just hanging out with these wonderful women, along with a room full of enthusiastic flash fiction devotees ❤️

Holly’s had a bit of a rough time lately… so we thought we’d help by tearing apart her latest story! 😈

Just about to jump on the plane. See you soon, Melbourne!

I know some of you have already got your spots. Can’t wait to meet you (or see you again) in person! And hey, if you’re not local, you can still enter the NQW Prize! 🏆

Can’t wait to head to Melbourne this week for my workshop with @writersvictoria.bsky.social! Will you join me? writersvictoria.org.au/calendars/ev...

Lots to learn from this amazing writer!

Our state government is running a kids writing competition (ironically called the ‘WriteOn’ competition) and both my daughter, and @quitewriteed.bsky.social’s daughter have been chosen to compete. This will be the ultimate write-off!

This was such a fun read! (The secret, I've learned, is to dissociate first.) Thanks for the literal lolz @holly-realski.bsky.social 😂

Join us as we announce the shortlist and WINNER of the April Not Quite Write Prize for Flash Fiction! We’ll reveal all prize winners including our 4(!) wildcard holders, and our “winning team” bonus prize recipient. Head to your podcast platform of choice and search Not Quite Write to listen now!

Shortlist ep drops later today. Cant wait to see what you all think of our top stories!

I've just booked my flights to Melbourne. Can't wait to deliver my 'Write Winning Flash Fiction' workshop on 20 June on behalf of @writersvictoria.bsky.social! For details, and to book, head to writersvictoria.org.au/calendars/ev... I'd love to see some Melbournian NQWers there!

Such a beautiful story! And so relevant for anyone struggling with self-love.

I know I'll catch heat for this, but while I love the humble potato, the poppyseed bagel is the superior carb.

My Baredevil podcast episode dropped. I absolutely love the feedback. Go listen! Big thanks to @notquitewrite.com @akscotland.bsky.social, Ed, and special guest @elisescott.bsky.social

Yet another awkward read. Please enjoy my humiliation 😅

Sydney friends! Join me at Hornsby Library from 6-8pm on 15 July for an inspiring detour into the world of flash fiction! I plan to share all my flash judging secrets, so you better be there... www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/Community/Ev...

Huge thanks to everyone who came (🫙) !

Just hanging out and writing zero words of our respective @twistinthetale.bsky.social stories!

I’m SO EXCITED for our book launch tomorrow! When I used to dream of one day having my own book launch, this is NOT what I had in mind at all… yet somehow it feels like the most bizzarely predictable curveball in the world 😂 We’ll be sure to take lots of pics so you can all be there in spirit! 🫶🏻

@twistinthetale.bsky.social, you'll be the death of me! ☠️

Don't forget, if you're coming to the Flesh Fiction launch this Thursday, you need to book your (free) tickets! I did a trial run of my reading for a friend on the weekend. Judging by her reaction, there are going to be a lot of laughs on Thursday! 😅 Link to book below...

I know the vague posting is officially over… but we just finished recording the shortlist episode, and I just want to say thanks a LOT to the author who caused me to cry real tears (quite a few).

Ooh just saw the draft artwork for the July round from Nora. It’s beautiful 🤩 Our July theme rated a mention in the longlist episode! It wasn’t raised by us, but one of YOU! Someone was riding our wavelength for sure... Wonder what it could have been 🤔

Very proud of Team Amanda for bringing the cray cray energy this round and leaving absolutely nothing in the tank. If you didn't make the longlist, don't forget we still have wildcards and a bonus prize for a member of the winning team. Will that be OUR team? Time will tell...

Three cheers for the EDitor-in-Chief! ❤️ @quitewriteed.bsky.social