Program of 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.

Featured:

Featured
Do You Speak-a My Language? with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Dec 6
Workshop, In-person
Do You Speak-a My Language? with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Workshop, In-person

Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse guides you on an exploration and analysis of New Zealand poetry, to help you learn to improve your own craft.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
We’re on Each Other’s Team with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Dec 13
Workshop, In-person
We’re on Each Other’s Team with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Workshop, In-person

Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse guides you on methods of expanding and improving your poetry craft through collaboration with others.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person

Courses & Special Events

Events
Poetry Consult with Chris Tse
Dec 2
Event, In-person
Poetry Consult with Chris Tse
Event, In-person

One-on-one consultations with Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse — an opportunity not to be missed by any emerging or established poets.

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Event, In-person
Queensland Writers Centre – 2025 Christmas Party & Poetry Awards
Dec 5
Event, In-person
Queensland Writers Centre – 2025 Christmas Party & Poetry Awards
Event, In-person

Relax and reflect on the accomplishments and milestones of 2025, and look forward to the possibilities of 2026.

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Event, In-person
Novelists’ Bootcamp 2026 with Kim Wilkins
Feb 7
Course, In-person
Novelists’ Bootcamp 2026 with Kim Wilkins
Course, In-person

Buckle up and turn those ideas into a workable narrative in just one weekend.

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Course, In-person
Year of the Novel 2026 with Karen Foxlee
Feb 15
Course, In-person
Year of the Novel 2026 with Karen Foxlee
Course, In-person

Make 2026 your year – get the tools and support you need to complete the first draft of your novel, in Queensland Writers Centre's flagship program for emerging writers.

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Course, In-person

Workshops

Events
Writing Illness and Narrative Medicine with Sarah Klenbort
Nov 23
Workshop, Hybrid
Writing Illness and Narrative Medicine with Sarah Klenbort
Workshop, Hybrid

For anyone who's suffered illness or worked in healthcare — learn to shape your experiences into a publishable story.

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Workshop, Hybrid
Enhance Your Writing With Fairy Tales with Nike Sulway
Nov 29
Workshop, In-person
Enhance Your Writing With Fairy Tales with Nike Sulway
Workshop, In-person

Curses, crowns and crows: add a little magic to your writing toolbox.

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Workshop, In-person
Do You Speak-a My Language? with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Dec 6
Workshop, In-person
Do You Speak-a My Language? with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Workshop, In-person

Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse guides you on an exploration and analysis of New Zealand poetry, to help you learn to improve your own craft.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
We’re on Each Other’s Team with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Dec 13
Workshop, In-person
We’re on Each Other’s Team with International Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse
Workshop, In-person

Poet-in-Residence Chris Tse guides you on methods of expanding and improving your poetry craft through collaboration with others.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
Not Just "Kissing Books": Writing Romance with Emma Lea
Dec 14
Workshop, In-person
Not Just "Kissing Books": Writing Romance with Emma Lea
Workshop, In-person

Learn to write Romance with heat, heart, and happy ever afters.

Book your place.

Workshop, In-person
Writer’s Plan with Lori-Jay Ellis
Jan 17
Workshop, Hybrid
Writer’s Plan with Lori-Jay Ellis
Workshop, Hybrid

Get ready to reach your 2026 writing goals by crafting your very own writer's plan.

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Workshop, Hybrid
Introduction To Creative Writing with Rohan Wilson
Jan 31
Workshop, In-person
Introduction To Creative Writing with Rohan Wilson
Workshop, In-person

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

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Workshop, In-person
All About Literary Agents with Rach Crawford
Feb 1
Workshop, In-person
All About Literary Agents with Rach Crawford
Workshop, In-person

Learn the ins and outs of finding and working with a literary agent, and crafting a memorable pitch.

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Workshop, In-person
Cooking up a Synopsis with Laurel Cohn
Feb 3
Workshop, Online
Cooking up a Synopsis with Laurel Cohn
Workshop, Online

Learn tips and strategies on how to go about writing a successful synopsis.

Book your place.

Workshop, Online

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For more information about Queensland Writers Centre’s Program of Events and answers to FAQs visit this webpage.