Pitch your novel - opportunity for Melton writers

Pitch Your Novel

On Sunday May the 26^th the Melton Library and Learning Hub will be officially launched. An integral part of the revelry will be a series of presentations in the Auditorium, the theme of which will be a multi-faceted celebration of contemporary literature in Melbourne’s West. For aspiring writers from our side of town, a golden opportunity exists to introduce, pitch and sell your story to a panel of industry professionals. This segment is called “Pitch your novel.” An audience will be in attendance but the primary focus is on the pitch from author to panel. The following formalities apply:

·        Participants must be an unpublished author.

·        Participants should be in some way connected to the Melbourne’s West, either through residence, employment or place of birth.

·       The pitch can be no longer than ninety seconds.

·       The pitch is purely verbal and visuals aids are not permitted unless graphics make up a substantial portion of the publication i.e. animation, non-fiction, and as such must be approved beforehand.

·      The aim of the pitch is to acquire feedback and advice. Any contractual arrangements subsequently entered into are not the responsibility of Melton City Council.

After participating in Pitch Back you will have had:

·       Immediate feedback on your story by industry professionals.

·       Tips on various ways to improve your story-line and the pitch.

·       The opportunity to network with professionals from the publishing industry.

There are fifteen places open for author participants. Please note it is important for all participants to fully prepare ahead of time. If this is your first attempt at pitching try writing out your entire monologue and reciting in front of friends or family who can give you useful feedback. Handheld flashcards are permitted but should only be used as a reference guide, not a word for word script. It may be that the work is not yet finished but if the writing project is sufficiently progressed so as to justify attendance, please feel free to book yourself in. Opinions and statements offered will be those of the panellists and Melton City Council cannot be responsible for any hurt feelings. No future contractual arrangements can be guaranteed by us with regard to your participation. If you would like to attend but are daunted by the prospect of pitching to a panel and an audience, refer to the SAS and remember, ‘Who dares, wins.’ Successful applicants will be advised forthwith.

PLEASE NOTE THE DATE OF THIS LAUNCH, MAY 26^TH IS TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE CHANGE. ANY CHANGE TO THIS DATE WOULD BE AFTER MAY 26, 2013, NOT EARLIER. ESTIMATED START TIME OF SEGMENT IS 315PM.

To register your interest in participating, please email to petera@melton.vic.gov.au, providing your name, the title and description of your novel in 25 words or less, and a contact phone number and email address.

Peter Abram M.ed

Senior Events Officer

Melton City Council

ph: (03) 9747 7187

mobile: 0411672187

fax: (03) 9743 9970

www.melton.vic.gov.au