Collections
Arts & Literature Library Writer's Handbooks
Handbooks can be a great place to start for those interested in writing and publishing.
Major References
Australian Government Publishing Service Style Manual
This widely-used handbook outlines preferred formats for referencing, grammar, spelling, terms of address and more.
The Australian Writer's Marketplace
Up-to-date with all the essential facts and addresses.
Australian Short Fiction Markets : a Marketing Guide for Writers of Short Stories
Produced in loose-leaf format, this tool is regularly revised.
Over 600 Markets for Creative Writers: 400 Australian Markets, 30 International Markets, 175 Competitions, 20 Manuscript Advisory Services
Update editions are planned for this useful compendium.
The Playwright's Handbook
This marketing and publication guide is compiled by the Australian Writer's Guild.
Directories
Antiquarian and Secondhand Book Dealers in Australia and New Zealand : a Directory
The main arrangement of this work is geographical. It also lists binders, restorers, and recently issued catalogues.
Cultural Sector Grants and Services Database
Access by cultural area, organisation name and keyword.
The Australian Grants Register
Over 1,200 grants provided by government and foundations.
Australian Literary Awards and Fellowships: with Winners of Australian and Overseas Awards
Thorpe Publishers produce this indispensable volume, which includes a description of each award.
Ozarts : a Guide to Arts Organisations in Australia
Somewhat dated now, but a useful overview.
Who's Who of Australian Writers
Brief details about some 5,400 writers.
Journals
The Australian Author
Articles on writing trends and authors, news of conferences, grants and the work of the Australian Society of Authors.
Australian Bookseller & Publisher
News of the book trade and reviews of current publishing.
The Famous Reporter : a Short Story Magazine
Contains poetry, reviews, articles and essays. Available online and in hardcopy .
Imago : New Writing
Poetry, short stories, interviews and articles.
Overland
A miscellany of writing and features.
Quadrant
Australian topical comment which includes some poetry and book reviews.
Scarp
A biannual from the University of Wollongong featuring prose, poetry and graphics.
Westerly
Produced at the University of Western Australia, this magazine contains essays, stories, poetry and reviews. Available on-line and in hardcopy.
Western Word : Official Magazine of the Fellowship of Australian Writers (W.A. Section Inc.)
Many literary newsletters list journals and other writers markets. This Western Australian example has a regular feature called "Opportunities".
Services
International Standard Book Number Assignment
Authors/publishers must obtain application forms from this agency.
Writing Competitions
Competitions provide an excellent means for motivating writers. You never know, you might win!
Education
Curtin University
Curtin offers a creative writing major in the B.A. Arts, and a Masters Degree by either coursework or writing project.
Edith Cowan University
The B.A. writing major is taught by practitioners and the English Department hosts a writer-in-residence.
University of Western Australia
Courses offered at all levels through post graduate, encompassing theory and practical work.
Interest/Support Groups
Fellowship of Australian Writers (FAW) (W.A. Section)
A literary society that has fostered writing in Western Australia for many decades.
Fremantle Arts Centre Press
Promotes the best in Western Australian writing.
Katherine Susannah Prichard Foundation
Holds workshops and hosts writers-in-residence in a Perth hills venue.
Perth Writers Circle
A writing club for people who enjoy writing short stories, novels, poetry and articles.
Pen (Poets, Playwrights, Essayists, Editors, Novelists and Translators)
An international writers' group with a particular concern for human rights.
Peter Cowan Writers Centre
Located at Edith Cowan University, Joondalup Campus, the Centre encourages writers in their craft.
Romance Writers of Australia
Holds regular conferences and workshops, as well as competitions.
Sisters in Crime Australia (Perth Chapter)
An organisation promoting womens crime fiction. The Perth Chapter is, so far, mainly a reading group.
Society of Women Writers (Australia) (W.A. Branch)
Hosts workshops, readings in metropolitan and country areas, and talks by professional writers.
Women Writers and Performers Network (WEB)
Provides a place for women to showcase their original work, monthly between March and November.
Writers in Action
A support network that advises on presentation of work for publication or production.
Word-for-Word Christian Writer's Group
A support and peer evaluation group, providing a forum for guidance towards publication.
Professional Associations
Australian and New Zealand Association of Antiquarian Booksellers (ANZAAB) (W.A. Branch)
Recommends standards and practices for the trade, and conducts annual book fairs.
Australian Society of Authors
Lobbies for the financial and copyright interests of authors.
Australian Booksellers Association (W.A.)
Promotes the interests of bookseller members.
Australian Writers Guild (W.A. Branch)
Promotes the professional aims of screenwriters.
Society of Editors (W.A.)
Aims to maintain and develop standards of editorial skills and facilitate the dissemination of ideas.
Stages - The Western Australian Playwrights Consortium
Promotes local playwrights and their work.
Women in Publishing W.A. (WIP)
An international organisation which offers opportunities for continuing education.
Government
The Australia Council for the Arts
The principal Australian arts funding body. Their web site has a keyword search index and links to other arts organisations including the State funding authorities.
Lending Right Schemes
Provides compensation for loss of royalty income to authors, compilers, editors, illustrators and translators whose books are held in public or educational lending libraries.
WA State Literature Centre
Plays a coordinating, advocacy and resource role for writers and writing in Western Australia.
Net Links
Australian Book WebRing
Joins together booksellers, publishers, literary and writing sites, and any other sites of relevance to booklovers or people in the book industry.
Australian Bookshop Directory
Listed by State with a separate category for on-line bookshops.
Australian Copyright Council
Information and free legal advice about this area, and self-help information sheets.
Copyright Act
Full text of the Australian Commonwealth Copyright Act.
Books and Writers Network
Find out how to write, design, print, publish and sell your own book!
Legal Deposit Obligations
Details of the statutory provisions in each State incumbent upon publishers.
Poetry Magazines in Australia
The information comes from a UK site, but lists many ephemeral magazines not found elsewhere.