Program
WRITING WORKSHOPS & EVENTS
Queensland Writers Centre presents a diverse annual Program of events, workshops and courses on the art, craft and business of writing. Hear from some of the most enlightening names in Queensland and Australian writing, improve your skills and get inspired with tools to uplift your writing and career.
For more information about Queensland Writers Centre’s Program and answers to FAQs, please visit our Program Info page.
Special events
Find out what Queensland Writers Centre has in store for you and your writing journey in 2025.
Courses
An intensive three-part course that will help you survive the next draft of your work-in-progress.
Buckle up and turn those ideas into a workable narrative in just one weekend.
Make 2025 your year – get the tools and support you need to complete the first draft of your novel, in the express version of Queensland Writers Centre's flagship program for emerging writers.
Turn those great ideas into a big Hollywood screenplay or a lower budget feature film.
Workshops
Take the leap from manuscript to published book — your story deserves to be told.
Learn to create your own graphic novel story, with experienced writer/illustrator Isobelle Carmody.
Bring relatable and beloved neurodivergent characters to life that embrace those beyond Sheldon, Rain Man, detectives and savants.
Worldbuilding for writers - learn how to create believable characters.
Create a memoir that will be a lifelong testament for your family to treasure.
Develop rich imaginary settings that your readers will be eager to explore in this Gold Coast GenreCon satellite event.
Interested in starting off with creative writing, or in need of a refresher?
Super power your writing and create memorable story worlds through setting.
Get the skinny on short stories.
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Book a one-on-one Writer’s Consult for personalised advice on a broad range of writing goals →