Welcome
Welcome to the Gold Coast Writers’ Association
The Gold Coast Writers’ Association (GCWA)
The Gold Coast Writers’ Association is a not-for-profit organisation.
Our mission is to encourage and support writers from all genres, age groups, and levels of experience, to grow, learn, and excel in their craft.
Our events offer the opportunity to connect and share with like-minded people in a relaxed environment.
Guest speakers are invited from all genres of writing. Speakers are encouraged to share information about their writing life, discuss their techniques, and launch and sell their books.
We encourage guest speakers to include a mini-workshop for members during their presentation.
Workshops are held at each meeting. These workshops provide informal opportunities for members and visitors to enjoy hands-on writing, listening, and reading activities in small groups.
Visitors are invited to attend meetings (entry fee: members $5, non-members $10).
Membership offers the additional advantages of the informative monthly eWriteabout newsletter, writers’ support groups, competitions, workshops and many other benefits.
About
Monthly GCWA meetings offer the opportunity to connect and share with like-minded people in a relaxed and friendly environment.
We have workshops to inspire you, and guest speakers to entertain you.
Members share their ideas and experiences, covering most writing genres. Come along and join the Gold Coast Writers’ Association!
Membership
Apply for membership, or renew your existing membership of the GCWA here.
This subscription allows you to receive discounted entry into the monthly meetings, to participate in workshops, and enjoy listening to authors speaking about their experiences in the writing world.
Don’t miss your opportunity to meet like-minded people.
What’s On
Meetings of the Gold Coast Writers’ Association are held on the third Saturday of the month.
Parking is available in the adjoining Council car park.
Light refreshments will be available during the break.
For details about upcoming workshops & guest speakers, click below.
Winners of the Gold Coast Writers’ Association 2022 Short Story Competition – Writing in the Sand
We are excited to share with you our winning short stories for 2022, judged by Lori-Jay Ellis CEO, Queensland Writers Centre. First place – Congratulations Justin Andrews on your winning short story Finding Words Finding Words I fall. I’m crying but I don’t have…
THANK YOU GCWA
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So, you’re considering entering a writing competition.
Member Blog by Christine Betts It’s a bit nerve wracking. You make a cup of tea and sit down (with a biscuit!) to read through therules and regulations on the competition website. It’s a bit overwhelming! So many rules! Why can’t I just write…