Writing Resources

Need help writing a non-fiction book? Want to know some of the best books for writers? Or how about what writing software and tools are available to help you write and self publish your book?

On this page you can access all that as well as discover other writing resources for authors including a list of Australian Writers Festivals, best podcasts for writers, writing organisations in Australia (and overseas) as well as a list of Australian printers who print books.

‘ASK ME ANYTHING’ CALLS! I’m also offering paid 30 minute or 1 hour one-one-one helpful calls if you have specific questions about your book, your writing process, how to publish, or need some inspiration for your book marketing plan…basically whatever you’d like to ask, I’m happy to talk you through and help you find a way forward. You can book a one-on-one Zoom/call with me about your book project here. This kind of call can really speed things up for you, help you focus, re-motivate you, solve general writing and publishing problems and help your book project’s momentum.

And here are some great writing resources:

• My favourite writing tools and writing organisations
• Australian and international organisations for writers
• Great books for writers, authors and self-publishers
• Helpful writing tools, apps and software for writers (including organisational tools, focus tools for writers, and editing and grammar software)
• Grants, Fellowships, Residencies and Competitions for Australian writers
• Australian book printers who can assist with the printing of your self-published book
• Australian and international online courses for writers
• List of Australian Writers Festivals 2023
• List of Australian Writers Festivals 2022
• Programs writers can use to build email lists, lead magnets and convert readers into customers
• Useful podcasts for Australian writers, authors and self-publishers
• URL link list by chapter for readers of the paperback Look – It’s Your Book!
• Where to send your print book upon publication to comply with Australian Legal Deposit law re: libraries
• Writing and editing style guides for Australian authors and publishers
• How to register as an author / creator AND a self-publisher for PLR and ELR Lending Rights Schemes
• List of Australian Library Distributors