Writing with Sophie Cunningham
Sophie Cunningham facilitates courses, workshops and communities for writers looking to deepen their craft, strengthen a project or reconnect with the joy of writing.
Practical and inspiring, Sophie’s sessions combine discussion, writing exercises and professional insight to help writers find clarity and confidence. She provides the guidance and encouragement to sustain a creative practice and produce work that is both technically strong and deeply personal.
Sophie encourages writers to trust their instincts, take creative risks and engage thoughtfully with ethics, sustainability and craft. She focuses on process, supporting writers to create work that matters most while rediscovering the pleasure of writing.
Extended writing courses
Abbotsford Convent – Writing with Sophie Cunningham
These classes were held on one Saturday per month | March – June 2026 | 10am – 4pm
There will be no more classes in 2026.
More information on the content of the 2026 series here
Faber Academy – Writing A Novel 2027
Sophie will be co-teaching this year long course with Miles Allinson and Francesca Haig.
More details will be available through the Faber Academy website soon.
Kill Your Darlings – Writing Creative Non-Fiction Essays
Pre-recorded online course (5–6 hours).
Flexible learning, available anytime.
Enrol here
Kill Your Darlings — Writing Creative Non-Fiction
Twenty Hour, pre-recorded online course launching in October 2026.
Learn more soon
Writing communities
Shut Up and Write
Weekly two-hour online sessions offering structured writing time with fellow writers. (Despite my best intentions I have not initiated these sessions this year! Apologies.)
Book Therapy
One-hour, one-on-one online sessions tailored to specific writing needs.
Tailored workshops
Custom workshops for writing groups or regional communities available on request.
Pricing aligned with Australian Society of Authors (ASA) rates.
Consulting
Sophie offers coaching, mentoring and strategic guidance for individuals and organisations in the arts and literary sectors.
Whether you’re an author seeking representation, a creative leader navigating governance challenges or pursuing one-on-one professional development, each consultation is tailored to your goals and needs.