Factory Feedback
Young writers (aged 7-17)
Get Your Start as a Professional Writer
Story Factory is seeking young writers (aged 7-17) who love writing and have something to say to submit their writing for publication for our newest program – Factory Feedback.
This program is designed to support, champion and amplify the voices of the brilliant young people of Australia.
We will work with you to edit and develop your writing (both fiction and non-fiction) and then publish successful submissions on our website, as well as pay a small honorarium for your work.
We’re looking for shorter pieces suitable for publishing online on our website. We’d love to read your three-volume novel but it’s a bit tricky to publish online so we may suggest publishing an extract of longer work submitted. Up to 1000 words is a good fit, as a guideline.
We’ll ask for your name, age, address and school to check your eligibility for this program as part of the application process.
Factory Feedback is our vote of confidence in the voices of young people.
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Come and visit our Prescription Poetry booth at the @sydwritersfest at @carriageworks this weekend 27-28 May! Our Story Factory Poetry Doctors will be on hand to dispense prescriptions to cure all manner of modern ailments. 😷❤️🩹 These bottles of joy contain rays of sunshine and pearls of wisdom from our creative writing students…100% made with love at the Story Factory, all packed and ready to be shared with the world. 🫶
Entry is free. No appointment required! Bring your friends and family. Share snaps of your scripts 📸 @sydneystoryfactory
📸 Richard Short & Aph D.
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Witnessed the incredible talent of @zeadalamusic at Story Factory`s Parramatta Creative Circle last Friday! 🙌🏽🎤🎶 This singer-songwriter, rapper, and poet from South West Sydney blew us away with her mesmerising performance. Thank you Z for coming to Story Factory Parramatta to connect with and inspire our community of young creators.
The Creative Circle is a series of events run by @storyfactorypublishing bringing together experienced artists with early career writers to inspire young creators (aged 15-25). Events will run on selected Friday evenings at Story Factory Parramatta from April to September 2023. DM @storyfactorypublishing to learn more.
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We had a blast hosting a special black out poetry event with our volunteers. To say thank you, we gave out special badges to our Community Heroes and World Changers! 🙌 We`re so grateful to our community of dedicated volunteers. Thank you for all the work you do! 🫶
Interested in volunteering with Story Factory? Sign up here: https://www.storyfactory.org.au/volunteer/
#NVM2023 #TheChangeMakers #storyfactory #volunteer #westernsydney
Photo: Thuy Giang
Are you a parent or teacher of a young writer? ✍️ Have you ever wanted to see their work published in a real book? 📕
Story Factory is offering FREE creative writing workshops for students to help them write and publish stories on their own. Our after-school workshops are facilitated by experienced educators who are passionate about helping young people improve their literacy and storytelling skills. We`ll also give them access to resources and support from professional writers to empower their creativity. 📝 📚
It`s FREE and easy to sign up. Visit: https://www.storyfactory.org.au/programs/after-school-holiday-programs/
We hope to see you soon!
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WE’RE HIRING! We’re looking for an Aboriginal Engagement Manager to develop strong partnerships and understanding between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and Story Factory, to help improve outcomes for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in our programs.
If you’re passionate about improving writing skills and educational opportunities for Indigenous young people or know someone who would be perfect for this role, head to our website to learn more: https://www.storyfactory.org.au/about/work-with-us/
Artwork by Danielle Mate.
#sydneystoryfactory #nowhiring #jobopportunity #indigenousjobs #westernsydney
Stories from this Program
For Harold
By Atoc, Year 11
25th of April 1915 Today holds memories that I shall never forget. Memories that will haunt me until the day I no longer exist. What I witnessed today, if I admit it, is devastating in comparison to what I expected the war to be like.
The Scent of Motherhood
By Aysha, Year 11
“Mamma, Riju baba’s crying.” “Rock her. I’m coming. Pass me the headband and stop whining, Ragi.” “Mammaaaa, Riju fell down!” Riju fell down. So I should go to her and pick her up and sing her a lullaby and whisper sweet things to her.
Times of Silence
By Amuor, Year 11
22nd of May 1915 It is silent, the guns have been dropped and the killing has stopped, but it's times like this when the silence speaks volumes. The quiet is somewhat haunting. It’s like I can hear and feel the spirits of the dead soldiers lurking about.
Soldier Boy
By Amuor, Year 11
Gallipoli, 25th of April 1915 To my dearest love Sophie, I'm writing these diary entries so if I return home and the tragedies of war are too troublesome to speak of, I can show these to you and our future kids. This is the first day of battle and the last day I'm truly myself, however my love for you will always remain.
Letter Home
By Amuor, Year 11
22nd of May 1915 Dear Mum And Dad, Words cannot explain how much I miss everyone. Not a day goes by without me thinking of you guys. Mum, I crave the taste of your cooking, especially the vegetable soup you make for me every time I get sick. The food here is not the best, it all tastes stale and hard. The only decent food is the biscuits.
Funhouse
By Jade, Year 9
Nicholas and Angelina were sitting in the lounge room on Saturday afternoon completing an assignment for class. It was not long before Nicholas’ brother, Daniel, came from upstairs and began pestering them. “What are you doing?” he asked. “Homework,” Nicholas replied bluntly.
Alone
By James, Year 9
That lonely boy in the playground all alone Instead of asking if you’re ok… you laughed at him. That lonely boy in the playground getting laughed at Instead of helping… you joined in.
Yarramundi River
By Brooklyn, Year 6
Yarramundi reminds me of the moments with my step dad, the memories when he was alive. We were out at the river at the place I like, the place I love, the place I have so many memories at.
To Save a Life
By Grace W, Year 8
I sat down on the bus, avoiding eye contact with anyone. I fingered the collar of my nurse’s uniform nervously. I was always heckled whenever I caught the bus, but with my car out of service I had no choice.