BOOK IN A DAY

BOOK IN A DAY

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John Paul College was the host of the Book in a Day Workshop in their fantastic newly built Assembly Room. Students from 12 schools were fortunate to be involved in writing workshops presented by two well known award-winning Australian authors, Andrea Rowe and Coral Vass.

Illustrators in the group joined Dean Rankine (Simpsons Comic book illustrator) as well as  artist/illustrator Nicky Johnston for inspiration on drawing styles, shapes and sketches.

During the afternoon, students worked on large posters in their school groups to create a framework for a “mini book” including planning and illustrations based on a selection of prompts supplied.

All four workshop sessions were highly regarded by students and teachers, with students learning valuable skills in preparation for Writing Day.

During Writing Day each school produced a novella, which were voted by a select group of students from each school. The top four novellas were judged by Senior Scholastic Press Publisher, Rebecca Young and each awarded a library prize from our sponsor, Campion Education.

1st place – Nazareth College -“The Dino, the Deuce and the Daring Housewife”
2nd Place – John Paul College -“Bolha”
3rd Place – St. Peter’s College Cranbourne -“Mercury”
4th Place – Balcombe Grammar School -“Deep in the Ball Pit”

Presentation Day celebrated the work of all students with morning tea, a book quiz and a presentation hosted by Special Guest, Nicky Johnston.

Nazareth College – First Place -  Book in a Day 2023