Writers in Libraries

Public libraries are one of the most important parts of our cultural and literary life. To encourage more active use of libraries by introducing readers to writers, writingWA conducts the Writers in Libraries programme.

Member libraries of writingWA can apply to us for funds to enable a professional writer (preferably a local one) to visit your library and conduct a 1hr workshop, reading or author talk.

writingWA will pay the writer's fee at applicable ASA rates. All other costs and promotion are the responsibility of the library.

writingWA will pay the writer direct following the event and on receipt of the writer's invoice.

The total amount of funding available to this programme in 2008 is $3,000.

To apply, register your interest with writingWA by sending an email (address at the bottom of the page.) You will need to have a letter or email of confirmation from your chosen author and date and times of the event. If you don't know how to contact your author, writingWA can help you find them or someone else suitable.

For information about Writers in Regional Libraries and details of how this programme links to other elements of our Regional Development Programme, click here .