Established in 2003, the ASA Medal is awarded biennially in recognition of an outstanding contribution to the Australian writing community. The medal complements the ASA's main focus as an advocate for the rights of authors and illustrators.
Previous recipients have included Tim Winton, Anita Heiss, Glenda Adams and Inga Clendinnen
2003.
Nominations for the 2009 award close on 15 August. For more information and to download a nomination form visit the ASA website .