Key Points
- According to Job and Skills Australia, there are approximately 5,400 book authors and book and script editors in Australia, with 63% of them being women and 37% working part-time.
- Anna Manuel is a storyteller in Australia who decided to document her interactions with children through a children’s book.
- Dr. Celia Torres-Villanueva, a career coach who has loved writing since childhood, put it aside due to various full-time jobs and studies but now has time to pursue it.
- Both Anna and Celia went through self-publishing, as it is a simpler process compared to traditional publishing.
In an interview with SBS Filipino, Anna Manuel and Dr. Celia Torres-Villanueva shared their desire to introduce the writing career to fellow migrants in Australia through an event called Literary Career Transformation: Fireside Chat and Author Showcase.
Storyteller and book author Anna Manuel Credit: Anna Manuel
Celia Torres-Villanueva has been named one of the 5 finalists from 77 nominees for the Australian Professionals of Colour (APOC) Corporate Legend Award. Credit: Supplied
The aim of this event is to highlight female writers from multicultural backgrounds and provide a platform for local authors. It is scheduled to take place on 31 August 2024, Saturday, at 2 PM at Kensington Town Hall in Melbourne.
“Broaden and diversify your bookshelves,” says Dr. Villanueva.
The information in this story is general in nature. For advice on individual situations, please contact a career or migration expert.
