Are you a writer at heart?
Then welcome to Queensland Writers Centre.
We’re a community that champions writers at all levels to develop skills that improve their craft, engage their readers and build a sustainable career. We offer a broad range of in-person and online programs and services, available to writers across the state.
Become a member, book in for a writing workshop,
or contact us today to begin your writing journey with us.
What’s On at the Centre
See more upcoming workshops and events on our What’s On page →
Featured Opportunities:
Brisbane Children’s Writers Festival
Bookings open for 10 Oct 2026: a one-day festival of writing, illustrating, zines, poetry, interactive storytelling, screenwriting, competitions and more for writers aged 10-16.
Right Left Write – flash fiction competition
Monthly competition, entries close: midnight, end of the month. Check Pen & Pixel for the latest prompt.
Become a Member
For writers, belonging has never been more important. Now is the time to build upon and invest in your love of writing. Become a Queensland Writers Centre member and join a passionate community focused on making you bloom as a writer.
MEMBER BENEFITS
Belong to one of Australia’s largest and liveliest communities of writers
Discounts of up to 30% across our Program, services, and competitions, plus exclusive ‘Early Bird’ booking periods
$70 on your first writing workshop (for new members)
Free attendance at Youth Writing Saturday, Middle Ground, and Brisbane Children’s Writers Festival events (for youth members aged 10-20)
Subscription to the quarterly WQ magazine in hardcopy or PDF
Priority access to writing advice from our experienced team
Recognition for your writing achievements in our Member Milestones
Access to Writer's Consults, the Writer's Surgery program and other members only services
Access to member benefits of other state writers' centres in the National Writers Centre Network
Free entry to monthly flash fiction competition #RightLeftWrite
Access to Writing Friday groups, and support to start your own
FEATURED MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
One Year Membership (Auto Renew)
$89 / $69 conc.
Our most popular option. Quick to join and renew, with recurring payments. Free delivery of WQ magazine included.
Sign up now or click for concession pricing.
One Year Youth Membership
$55
Provides support and development opportunities for writers under 21. Find out more about our Youth Writing initiatives and the free events included in your membership.
Two Year Membership
$169 / $129 conc.
Our most popular option. Quick to join and renew, with recurring payments. Free delivery of WQ magazine included.
Sign up now or click for concession pricing.
For more membership options, visit our Membership page →
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