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July 2010

A day in the life of a writer: the reality of being published
JEREMY FISHER

A talk by Jeremy Fisher at Armidale Library. From his broad experience as editor, writer, publishing manager and former ASA executive director, Jeremy will talk about the world of publishing, and answer questions.

DATE: Friday 20 August, 4:00 pm.
VENUE: Armidale Dumaresq Memorial Library
COST: $5, pay at door, no need to book.

Jeremy Fisher

JEREMY FISHER worked as an editor and publishing manager for nearly 30 years before moving into rights management and advocacy roles.

He was president of the Society of Editors (NSW) in 1996 and a member of the Board of the Australian Publishers' Association from 1998-2000.

In 1984 he was awarded the inaugural Gold Medal of the Australian Society of Indexers (AusSI) for his indexing of "The Australian Encyclopaedia", 4th edition.

As a writer, Jeremy was first published in 1974. His writing encompasses fiction, poetry, prose, reviews and critical articles. He has been published in India and Vietnam.

In 2004, Fisher was appointed executive director of the Australian Society of Authors. In 2009 he took up the position of Senior Lecturer in Writing at UNE.

His most recent book is Music from another Country, a novel about the humility of survival.


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Inquiries
All workshops must be booked and paid for in advance. For information about the program or to book for events:
Phone (02) 6772 7210 or send an email message to newc44@dodo.com.au

NEWC membership entitles you to do the workshop at the reduced member rate.
You can become a member when you book a workshop. Our annual membership fees are:

Adults: $30.00 including GST
Students (tertiary): $20.00 including GST
Students (under 18): $15.00 including GST

Venue
Unless otherwise stated, all events will be held at the New England Writers' Centre (NEWC), in the Neighbourhood Centre, 129 Rusden Street, Armidale (between the Council Building and the Town Hall).

Access
During opening hours and workshops, access is through the Cinders Lane car park (first door on left, in the corridor).

Parking
There is a one-hour parking restriction in the Cinders Lane carpark.


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