Tara’s inspiration

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Tara’s inspiration

Viewing Guide

This resource contains a series of five interview videos with author, Tara June Winch1. The interviews explore her ideas about her inspiration for writing, and writing habits and practices. Tara also discusses characterisation and narrative development, particularly related to her book, Swallow the Air.

Tara is of Wiradjuri, Afghan and English heritage. Tara was awarded the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Swallow the Air.

During the video, think about these questions:

  • What power do words give to Tara June Winch?

  • Why is this important to her?

  • What does she think about her role as a writer?

  • What does she say about social and political issues in the Aboriginal community?

Think about how Tara’s advice relates to you and your writing ideas.

  • How has your background influenced your writing?

  • What is the power of words, in your opinion?

  • Where do you get your ideas from?

Links

  1. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tara_June_Winch

Videos

Tara’s inspiration

Tara’s inspiration

The writing process

The writing process

Characterisation

Characterisation

Techniques and advice

Techniques and advice