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Life's Rich Tapestry
Life's Rich Tapestry
EP 37 - Writing and Varuna with author, Veechi Stuart
Listen in on this highly informative episode with Veechi Stuart, who is currently the executive director of Varuna – The National Writers House, located in Katoomba, NSW. Varuna is recognised as Australia's pre-eminent institution for writing development. Veechi’s extensive career is wide and varied, having worked as a journalist, writer, editor, publisher , business consultant, director on several community organisation boards, columnist at the Sydney Morning Herald and the author of over a dozen non-fiction titles she offers a wealth of experience to her current role.
Veechi is proud to be part of the creative community in the Blue Mountains and loves finding ways to make the arts accessible to as many people as possible.
Some questions answered -
- When did your interest in writing start ?
- Writing for the newspaper how was that experience ?
- Experience working for the “Dummies” guide ?
- What is it about Non fiction writing that you like ?
- Experience of writing up her bestselling Blue Mountains Best Bushwalks which is the perfect companion for the bushwalking fan now in its third edition.
- History of Varuna ?
- When vetting potential writers for residence what do you look for ?
- What is the process of writing a book ?
- Any tips for potential writers ?
- Advice for those who might be interested in pursuing a career in writing?
- Fiction VS Nonfiction ? What sells the most ?
- How has the internet changed the landscape for writers?
- What do you love most about your job?
Blue Mountains Best Bushwalks
Author(s): Veechi Stuart
The third edition of the bestselling Blue Mountains Best Bushwalks is the perfect companion for the bushwalking fan. The book features: 66 different walks, varying in length from 30 minutes to two days Accurate, full colour maps and step by step directions. Detailed walk statistics including distance, total ascent/descent, grade and estimated time. Detailed information on Blue Mountains History and Natural Environment. Walking ideas for families with children, including safety tips. Over 150 full colour photographs. With over 4 million Australians now regularly walking for fun and fitness, this guide book is the perfect companion for any Sydney-sider looking to bust out of the city and explore the raw beauty of the NSW Blue Mountains.