SKYWRITERS TAKE-OFF!

        The Grenfell launch of the Skywriters Project took place yesterday at Grenfell Public Library. Eight local writers met with programme convenor Dr Merrill Lindsay from Forbes in an informal 'getting to know you' session and introduction to the Project, and all left with an idea in mind for a piece of writing relating to the stars or sky. This is the linking theme because participants' works will be published on the Big Skies Collaboration website and potentially in a Skywriters anthology to be published in 2019, the fiftieth anniversary of humanity's first steps on the moon.
      
        The value of working within a group was very much in evidence as those present exchanged ideas which led to 'light bulb' moments for several.

Members of the group exchanging ideas over a 'working' lunch.

         Experience within the group ranges from novices who would "like to try my hand at writing" to published writers and at least two people are currently writing a novel. But the project suits everyone because there is plenty of editorial guidance and support available. Registration forms are available at the library and another meeting will be held in a few months' time - it's certainly not too late to get involved!

         Skywriter launches have already been held in Condobolin and Bathurst and launches in nine more towns are scheduled for the next fortnight. Feedback from the launches will assist in future planning. See also the Skywriters Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SkywritersProject for the latest news.