About Us

Writing WA is working between the lines and behind the scenes to build a state of opportunity in Western Australia for writers, publishers and other practitioners in the writing sector – not just for the benefit of practitioners themselves, but for the immense social value that great writing brings to individuals and communities.

Long-form or short, in a book or on-screen; we celebrate writing no matter how it’s expressed. Though the mediums in which we consume writing may be evolving what remains constant is the power of writing to unite, challenge, inspire, entertain and educate. So we seek to champion its value in creating and developing culture through our programs and initiatives. Because of this commitment, truly remarkable creative voices have emerged and will continue to do so.

We believe that writing should be an industry of opportunity and the promotion of sustainable professional practice for writers is embedded in all that we do.

We want you to join us. We want you to be part of a community of doers and change-makers that shares in the joy of writing new success stories.  Find out more here.

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Seeking Nominations from WA Authors for Literary Coasters Project

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Writing Residency Opportunity in New Norcia, Western Australia

Writing WA in partnership with the Benedictine Community and Holy Trinity Abbey are pleased to announce a unique 2025 heritage writing residency placement in New Norcia, Western Australia. The New ...

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Winners Announcement: LTRL Fictional Flashbacks Competition

Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Love to Read Local Week Fictional Flashbacks Competition! First Place: Andrew R. Cameron, An Ode to My 2002 VX Commodore Second Place: Nellie ...

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