Welcome to Queensland Writers Centre.

Queensland Writers Centre is a community that champions writers across Queensland. We help writers at all stages of their writing journey develop skills to 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

Featured workshops and courses on our Program of Events.

Events
Introduction to Creative Writing with Vicki Bennett
Sep 20
Workshop, Hybrid
Introduction to Creative Writing with Vicki Bennett
Workshop, Hybrid

Interested in starting off with creative writing, or in need of a refresher?

Book your place.

Workshop, Hybrid
Self-Publishing: From Manuscript to Publication with Kylie Chan
Sep 27
Workshop, In-person
Self-Publishing: From Manuscript to Publication with Kylie Chan
Workshop, In-person

Step by step, understand what it takes to produce a book you can be proud of.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
Events
Prepping for Publication Bootcamp with Kate Cuthbert
Sep 13
Course, In-person
Prepping for Publication Bootcamp with Kate Cuthbert
Course, In-person

Don't throw away your shot — get your work and your pitch submission-ready.

Book your place.

Course, In-person
Introduction to Creative Writing with Vicki Bennett
Sep 20
Workshop, Hybrid
Introduction to Creative Writing with Vicki Bennett
Workshop, Hybrid

Interested in starting off with creative writing, or in need of a refresher?

Book your place.

Workshop, Hybrid
Self-Publishing: From Manuscript to Publication with Kylie Chan
Sep 27
Workshop, In-person
Self-Publishing: From Manuscript to Publication with Kylie Chan
Workshop, In-person

Step by step, understand what it takes to produce a book you can be proud of.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
Crafting Memoir with Ashley Kalagian Blunt
Sep 28
Workshop, Online
Crafting Memoir with Ashley Kalagian Blunt
Workshop, Online

Learn how to shape the raw material of lived experience into a compelling memoir that will resonate with publishers and readers.

Book your place.

Workshop, Online
The Architecture of Solid Characters with Eugen Bacon
Oct 9
Workshop, Online
The Architecture of Solid Characters with Eugen Bacon
Workshop, Online

Learn to create memorable characters who feel fleshed-out and real.

Book your place.

Workshop, Online
Writing Short: Stories to be Read in a Sitting with Lee McGowan
Oct 11
Workshop, In-person
Writing Short: Stories to be Read in a Sitting with Lee McGowan
Workshop, In-person

Master the craft of the short story, and learn to write short fiction that leaves an impact.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
Mindful Journalling with Caylie Jeffery
Oct 19
Workshop, Hybrid
Mindful Journalling with Caylie Jeffery
Workshop, Hybrid

Putting pen to paper for heightened focus, peace of mind and emotional regulation.

Book your place.

Workshop, Hybrid
Writing the “Other”: Diversity & Representation with Renée Otmar
Oct 28
Workshop, Online
Writing the “Other”: Diversity & Representation with Renée Otmar
Workshop, Online

Explore what it means to write sensitively and respectfully with and about diversity.

Book your place.

Workshop, Online
Read as a Writer, Write as a Reader with Ana Duffy
Nov 1
Workshop, Hybrid
Read as a Writer, Write as a Reader with Ana Duffy
Workshop, Hybrid

Learn to switch between a reader’s and writer’s lens, and to read your own writing as a first-time reader would.

Book your place.

Workshop, Hybrid
Writing for Kids and YA with Will Kostakis
Nov 8
Workshop, In-person
Writing for Kids and YA with Will Kostakis
Workshop, In-person

Learn how to write fiction that appeals to kids and young adults, and how to survive the industry (pitching, rejection, release, promotion).

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
Cultural Infusion in Stories with Trevor Fourmile (ages 10-16)
Nov 9
Workshop, In-person
Cultural Infusion in Stories with Trevor Fourmile (ages 10-16)
Workshop, In-person

Step through a doorway where books and dreamtime stories meet. For young writers aged 10-16.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person

See more upcoming workshops and events on our What’s On page →

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

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.

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.

For more membership options, visit our Membership page →

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