Writing and Editing Digital Texts

Everything you need to know about the changing publishing processes that go into digital writing, editing and publishing.

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Today, writers need to understand the digital world and decide how they want to participate in it. You don’t need to be a techie to publish and publicise your text on a variety of digital platforms. Learn from accredited editor Pamela Hewitt, who has worked in editing and publishing for over 25 years.

Working through the practical, hands-on exercises in this course, you will:
  • understand current digital technology in a range of formats, including websites, apps, and enhanced ebooks
  • learn strategies for presenting your blog or podcast or story on a range of screens, along with tips for developing an audience through digital marketing
  • explore the digital possibilities for texts you’ve already written, whether they are novels, novellas, short stories, poetry or self-help, memoir – or any other subject area and genre
  • gain insights into the pros and cons of self-publishing while learning about digital contracts, advances and royalties, and digital rights managementFor more information, see our FAQ below.

Writing NSW members receive a $40 discount. Contact Writing NSW for your discount code. Not a member? Join here.


Your Instructor


Pamela Hewitt
Pamela Hewitt

Pamela Hewitt is an accredited editor who has worked in editing and publishing for over 25 years. After an in-house career in educational and academic editing, she established a freelance editorial practice focusing on memoir, fiction and creative non-fiction. A qualified teacher, Pamela has presented editing and writing programs for universities, vocational educational colleges, writers’ centres, and societies of editors around Australia and internationally.


Course Curriculum


  Writing and Editing Digital Texts
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  Module 1: Digital writing skills and techniques
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  Module 2: From tablets to tweets and beyond
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 7 days and we will give you a full refund.

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