Our Sponsors

About Us

The inaugural Newcastle Writers Festival was held in 2013 and was a resounding success. More than 70 writers participated in 38 sessions. In 2014, the festival was enhanced by the addition of a popular children’s program. More than 100 writers participated in the extended festival and more than 6500 people attended the event, from preschoolers to adults. The 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019 festivals were bigger and better still, and we’re looking forward to exceeding expectations with our ninth event in 2021.

Tweets

The winner of the inaugural Fresh Ink Emerging Writers Prize will be announced at an online event from 5pm, Septemb… https://t.co/zd6zSEQZCB 4 days ago
Congratulations Nate McCarthy on being shortlisted from 80 emerging regional NSW writers for the #FreshInkPrize2021… https://t.co/8r85putpb1 5 days ago

Latest News

Fresh Ink Emerging Writers Prize Shortlist
Longlist announced for inaugural Fresh Ink Emerging Writers Prize
Festival update
Festival Guest Curators
NWF launches $5000 prize for an emerging writer
2022 NWF joanne burns Microlit Award

About Us | Call for Submissions | Call For Volunteers | Contact Us