writing
Supernatural crime and poetry win Indigenous Fellowships
The State Library of Queensland’s black&write! Fellowships for 2023 have been announced with two diverse works from First Nations writers…
Killing it in Australian publishing
Ann Cleeves and Garry Disher feature at the Huon Valley's Terror Australis Readers and Writers Festival, with panels, writer retreats,…
ChatGPT and the future of writing
ChatGPT is confronting, but humans have always adapted to new technology – ask the Mesopotamians, who invented writing.
Find your writerly tribe!
Connecting with like-minded practitioners can be hugely beneficial for writers.
5 myths about Shakespeare’s contribution to modern English
Utilising powerful computer analyses, researchers bust five myths around Shakespeare’s impact on the English language, most of which have been…
Why ‘bad’ reviews are equally valuable and how to do them well
Giving a negative review can be nerve wracking, especially for early career writers who don’t want a bad rep. But…
How autism shaped the poetry of Les Murray
Les Murray said his autism shaped his poetry; Amanda Tink reveals how Murray's later poems offer insights into his creative…
Why sensitivity readers matter
Sensitivity readers can not only identify misrepresentations of marginalised communities but also make books more authentic, Helen Young writes.
Gallery carving space for Australia’s diverse young writers
The National Gallery of Australia’s digital mentorship program is helmed by those wanting to change the landscape for underrepresented arts…
An attack on Australia’s literary culture
Senior Lecturer Julieanne Lamond highlights how ministerial interference of funding applications points to wilful ignorance of the value of literature.