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The next GCWA Meeting is on Saturday, 21st February 2026,
at Burleigh Waters Community Centre
111 Christine Avenue,
Burleigh Waters.
Members and visitors welcome.
Meetings include exciting speakers and a hands-on workshop, so don't
forget to bring pen & paper, or your laptop.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete the entry process, so we
can start on time.
Entry prices are
Members: $9 online, $10 at the door
Visitors: $14 online, $15 at the door
(Online booking is preferred. However, EFTPOS and cash is accepted at the door.)
NEW START/FINISH TIMES
Check In
12:00 pm to 12:15 pm
Meeting
12:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Meeting order of events
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12:00 Arrive and register
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12:30 News and brief announcements
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12:40 Speaker: Jodie Lane - You Typed 'The End' - What's Next?
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13:45 Afternoon Tea & Networking Break
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14:15 Speaker: Jodie Lane to Present
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15:15 Spotlight Session
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15:30 Close
Jodie Lane presents: Finished your manuscript and not sure where to go next? Whether you're planning on being traditionally published or want to go independent, there are a few things that will help you get to the next stage on your author journey:
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beta reading: where does it fit in the editing process? how to find beta readers and what you should ask for.
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editing: different types of edits (structural/line), how much should it cost and where to find an editor that suits your genre.
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proofreading: US/UK spelling, grammar and punctation
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formatting: do you need a fancy program?
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uploading your book to digital platforms
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bonus content! covers and how to leverage them for your marketing
Queer, autistic nerd, Jodie Lane reads and writes science fantasy, dark comedy and YA time-travel adventure. She loves finding the quirky and odd in her everyday world, and is passionate about telling authentic stories that make people feel alive.
Jodie is an enthusiastic historian, combining her love of travel and adventure with fascinating stories from the past. Brisbane based, she studied a variety of modern history at the University of Queensland.
Her travels have taken her all over the world: she has lived and taught English in China and Romania, backpacked through Europe and South America, and holidayed in the Middle East, Central America, South East Asia, New Zealand and South Africa. She speaks basic Spanish as a second language and is learning German.
She is currently a member of the Brisbane Book Authors and the Queensland Writers Centre. You can contact her about Author Talks for libraries and schools.
Connect with Jodie at:
Would you like to be a guest speaker?
Do you have knowledge or experience to share with a welcoming, passionate community of writers?
The Gold Coast Writers' Association is always on the lookout for guest speakers and workshop presenters who can inspire, inform and encourage. Whether your expertise lies in writing, publishing, editing or a related field, we’d love to hear from you. All genres and topics are welcome.
Spots are limited throughout the year, so if you have something special to share, now is the time to let us know. Tell us why your topic would resonate with our members – and how you can help support their writing journey.