Queensland Writers Centre – Flinthart Residency 2026 Applications

The Flinthart Residency program was established in 2020 thanks to the generosity of the late Aiki Flinthart, a passionate Queensland Writers Centre member and successful independent author.

This opportunity gives a successful applicant the chance to spend 10 weeks working full-time on their next project from QWC’s offices at State Library of Queensland. Included is a $1,000 stipend and five hours of mentorship with a matched industry professional to support development of the work.

Applicants are required to submit a writing sample from their work-in-progress, synopsis, and a project plan. A $40 application processing fee applies.

In the spirit of Aiki’s wishes, greatest consideration for this program is given to applications from writers working, or hoping to work, in the space of self-publishing and indie publishing.

By making an application, applicants acknowledge to have read and understood the Application Guidelines. For assistance, please contact us at residencies@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

First name *

Last name *

Full name, formatted for promotion (i.e. pen name)

Address *

Suburb *

State *

Postcode *

Email *

Phone *

Please note 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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* Statement of intent –
Tell us why are you applying for this residency and what benefit it would provide to you and your work-in-progress project, writing goals and/or career. 50-100 words.

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* Availability –
Note that residents are expected to complete the full 10 weeks, with a commitment of between 3-5 days per week during QWC office hours (8:00am – 4:00pm, Mon-Fri).
If you have other considerations that could affect your ability to complete your residency (i.e. work, childcare, financial situation, etc), please mention them here.

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* Accessibility requirements

Project information

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* Project title

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* Project format –

Fiction (inc. novels & novellas)

Non-fiction

Short fiction (collection)

Memoir/biography

Poetry (collection)

Script / screenplay

Other

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* Project genre

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* Project stage of development –
Is your work an unfinished draft, revised draft, at the editing stage, etc.

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* Synopsis –
Max 400 words.

Attachments
Upload the documents below as unrestricted Word documents (.docx) or PDF files.
Please format your work to industry standard specifications — for most fiction and non-fiction manuscripts, this means:

12pt Arial or Times New Roman font
Double line spacing
A4 page sizing, 3cm/1" margins
Page numbered

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* Project plan –
Provide an outline of what you intend to accomplish during your residency. Your plan should include a timeline and clear goals. Include details about your tasks and challenges. Be realistic with your expectations; we are looking for committed writers with workable plans. 1-2 pages.

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* Writing sample –
Please provide a short excerpt from the project you plan to work on during your residency, or a relevant sample.

Fiction & non-fiction prose: 6,000-10,000 words

Poetry: 6-10 poems

Screenplay or script: 16-20 pages.

Queensland Writers Centre – Flinthart Residency 2026 Applications

Question Title

* Writer details

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* Writer profile –A 40-word bio.

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* Statement of intent –Tell us why are you applying for this residency and what benefit it would provide to you and your work-in-progress project, writing goals and/or career. 50-100 words.

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* Accessibility requirements

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* Project title

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* Project format –

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* Project genre

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* Project stage of development – Is your work an unfinished draft, revised draft, at the editing stage, etc.

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* Synopsis –Max 400 words.

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* Writing sample –Please provide a short excerpt from the project you plan to work on during your residency, or a relevant sample. Fiction & non-fiction prose: 6,000-10,000 words Poetry: 6-10 poems Screenplay or script: 16-20 pages.

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* Supporting documentation (optional) – Letters of Support/Recommendation, Resume/CV, etc.

* Writer profile –
A 40-word bio.

* Statement of intent –
Tell us why are you applying for this residency and what benefit it would provide to you and your work-in-progress project, writing goals and/or career. 50-100 words.

* Project stage of development –
Is your work an unfinished draft, revised draft, at the editing stage, etc.

* Synopsis –
Max 400 words.

* Writing sample –
Please provide a short excerpt from the project you plan to work on during your residency, or a relevant sample.

Fiction & non-fiction prose: 6,000-10,000 words

Poetry: 6-10 poems

Screenplay or script: 16-20 pages.

* Supporting documentation (optional) –
Letters of Support/Recommendation, Resume/CV, etc.