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CYA 2025 20th Anniversary treats

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Congratulations to all our Winners!

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In-Person Conference Day is underway!

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#CYA2025 volunteer shirts ready to go! Countdown to in-person weekend has begun 5 days to go, see you soon!

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CYA conference day 2 & Assessment day 4

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Conference Day, here we go!!!

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We hope you'll join us for our 20th anniversary Writers and Illustrators Conference, with online sessions this weekend and in-person/streamed sessions next weekend.

If you haven't booked yet, you can do so at www.CYAConference.com

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An early start today... Assessments day 2, here we go!

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Have you booked your tickets for our 20th Anniversary CYA Writers and Illustrators Conference?

Join us this July to celebrate 20 years of supporting writers and illustrators at every stage of their creative journey. With online sessions, in-person events, manuscript assessments, bootcamps, and industry pitch opportunities, there’s something for everyone.

View the program and register now: www.cyaconference.com

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Workshopping your middle grade or YA manuscript?

Join Luna Soo, senior editor at Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing, for an in-person Writing Bootcamp on 27 July in Brisbane.

Luna brings years of experience editing award-winning chapter books and young adult fiction. This full-day session offers:
- Small group feedback (max 4 per group)
- Dedicated writing time and progress check-ins
- A panel discussion and Q&A

Reserve your place at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp

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Join Rowena Beresford from Riveted Press for a full-day, Writing Bootcamp in Brisbane or online on 27 July

Rowena has more than twenty years’ experience in fiction, magazine and educational publishing, and has ghost written and co-authored a number of successful autobiographical, narrative non-fiction and self-help books.

The day includes:
• Small group feedback sessions (max 4 per group)
• Dedicated writing time and one-on-one support
• A panel discussion and Q&A to wrap up the day

The bootcamp is for beginner and published writers working on middle grade, young adult, or picture books.

Reserve your place at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp
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Join editor and author coach Lauren Clarke for a full-day Writing Bootcamp, suitable for emerging or established writers in Brisbane on 27 July. With over 15 years’ experience in the romance industry, Lauren has worked with bestselling authors and brings a wealth of knowledge to help you strengthen your story.

The day includes:
• Personalised feedback in small groups (max 4 people)
• Dedicated writing time and progress check-ins
• A panel discussion and Q&A to round out the day

Perfect for writers working on young adult or adult fiction.

Reserve your place at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp
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Join Serena Geddes for a Full-Day Illustration BootCamp!

Spend a day of creativity and skill-building with award-winning illustrator Serena Geddes. The bootcamp is for emerging or established illustrators and will help you refine your craft, strengthen your portfolio, and gain tips on working in the children’s publishing industry.

You’ll get personalised feedback, practical exercises, and the chance to connect with fellow illustrators in a supportive, small-group setting.

Date: Sunday, 27 July
Format: Online or In-Person (Brisbane)

Spots are limited – book your place now at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp

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There are still a few places available for the CYA Writing and Illustration Bootcamps on Sunday, 27 July. The bootcamps are hybrid, with both online and in-person places available.

Book at www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp

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Rochelle Stephens - LAST DAY TO BOOK - 22 JUNE!
Rochelle Stephens from Rhiza Press will be doing online assessments of Chapter Books, Crime, Early Readers, Fantasy, Junior Fiction, Middle Grade, Mystery, Narrative Non-Fiction, Picture Book, Speculative Fiction, & YA Writing manuscripts at CYA.