Publishable is Queensland Writers Centre's annual national manuscript development program for emerging writers. The Program accepts submissions of completed, unpublished manuscripts across a broad range of genres and formats.

Longlisted applicants take part in a tailored manuscript development program, designed to strengthen, refine and polish a completed manuscript. Shortlisted writers receive mentorship with an industry professional, and attend pitch interviews with matched agents and publishers.

One-on-one Feedback Sessions to receive reader feedback and discuss next steps (regardless of the application outcome), are available as an add-on for all applicants.

Applications open: Monday 17 March – Tuesday 20 May 2025

By making an application, applicants acknowledge to have read and understood the Application Guidelines.

For assistance with your application, please contact us at able@qldwriters.org.au or call the Centre on (07) 3842 9922.

Applicants will be added to Queensland Writers Centre's Pen & Pixel email newsletter (from which you can unsubscribe at any time) for ongoing program and application updates.
Writer information

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* Writer details

Please note max. word count limits in this Application Form are enforced. Words exceeding the word count will be disregarded, or may render your application ineligible. This form cannot be saved so please ensure you're ready to submit when beginning your application.

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* Writer profile –
A 40-word bio.

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* Previous writing experience –
Include details of previous publication history, writing experience and/or awards. Please note that it's okay not to have credits yet – this program is for emerging writers. Max. 200 words.

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* Are you a current member of a state writers' centre in the National Writers' Centre Network?
This includes Queensland Writers Centre, NT Writers' Centre, TasWriters, Writing NSW, Writers SA, Writers Victoria, and Writing WA.

Manuscript information

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* Manuscript title

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* One-sentence logline –
The hook of your story.

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* Synopsis –
Max. 400 words.

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* Manuscript format –
Eligible entries are outlined in the Application Guidelines.

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* Manuscript genre –
Max. two choices.

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* Market segment –
Which market segment is your work most likely to resonate with?

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* Why should this work be published?
Address:
  • What is the work's point of difference?
  • What makes the work resonate with Australian audiences?
Max. 100 words.

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* Content –
Is there content/references our readers should be aware of, or that could be triggering? If so, please outline below. This is a protection for readers only and won't otherwise affect your application. Optional; max. 20 words.

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* Upload your submission –

Submit the first 50 pages of a complete manuscript. Manuscripts should be presented according to standard formatting:
  • 12pt Times New Roman font
  • Left aligned paragraph formatting
  • Double line spacing
  • 1” or 3cm margins on an A4 page
  • Page numbered
  • Manuscript title at top of first page, bolded and centred.
Submissions accepted in unrestricted Word (.docx) or PDF format. Include the title of the manuscript in the file name. Do not include the author’s name or identifying details on any portion of the manuscript.

PDF, DOC, DOCX file types only.
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Demographic information
Optional. Responses may be used for reporting to funding bodies (deidentified).

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* Do you identify as being of Culturally and/or Linguistically Diverse background (CaLD)?

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* Do you identify as Aboriginal, First Nations, Indigenous, Torres Strait Islander, Tiwi Islander or South Sea Islander?

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* Gender

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* Age range

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* Disability

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* Accessibility requirements

Finalise application

Choose your application fee and/or add-ons. For more info please see the Application Guidelines.

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* Program application fees + add-ons

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