Published 25 February 2026, updated 27 February 2026
As part of the Bunbury Public Libraries’ Literacy Festival, discover the power of storytelling in this writing workshop designed to energise your work and deepen your connection with readers.
Date: Friday 10 April
Time: 9.30am - 12.30pm
Location: Bunbury Public Library – Parkfield Street, Bunbury
Through interactive exercises, discussion, and real-world examples, you'll discover what makes a story truly engaging, using narrative structure, bringing emotion, tension, and clarity into your writing, and applying storytelling techniques.
This practical and supportive workshop is ideal for adult writers at any stage of their writing journey, including creative writers, memoir writers, non‑fiction writers, scriptwriters, and anyone interested in improving their storytelling skills.
No prior formal training is required. Spaces are limited, and bookings are essential.
About the presenter
Dr Alan Hancock is an experienced writer, educator, and storyteller passionate about helping writers unlock their creative potential. His workshops are known for being insightful, engaging, and highly practical.
About the festival:
The City of Bunbury Public Libraries presents the inaugural Literacy Festival, a vibrant, community-focused celebration of reading, writing and storytelling. Across 12 days and 21 events, the festival will bring stories to life through interactive storytelling, inspiring author talks, creative writing workshops, drawing sessions, family-friendly activities and literacy-focused programs for all ages.
The festival promotes essential lifelong literacy skills while showcasing local authors and illustrators. Free or low-cost and open to all, the festival reinforces that literacy is for everyone.
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- Please bring a pen and paper or a device for writing.
- Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable upon request. If you are unable to attend this event after booking, please contact 9792 7190 or bunlib@bunbury.wa.gov.au.