Writing Resources

Need help writing, pitching, publishing or marketing your 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? I can help as your book coach, as a course host at Bold Authors, through my books and many other ways. Read on.

List of Writers Festivals in Australia

Where are the writers festival in Australia?

Book Coaching & Author Mentoring

‘ASK ME ANYTHING’ CALLS! Book in for a paid 30 minute or 1 hour one-one-one call to get direction on your book project whether that be settling on your idea, first draft assessments, publishing strategy, book marketing ideas and more…basically whatever you’d like to ask, I can help you find a way forward. You can buy yourself a book coaching gift certificate here, or go here to learn about how I help authors and books. 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. From this initial call we can then work out the best way to continue working together if you need additional support.

Australian Book Coaches - Fiction

Are you in need of a writing coach? Here you can access a list of Australian book coaches specialising in helping fiction writers. No matter if you’re at first draft stage or ready to submit to literary agents, someone here might be able to help you and your book be just that little bit better. List of Australian coaches – FICTION.

Australian Book Coaches - Non-Fiction

Where to find a non-fiction book coach to help you with your writing or pitch? Here’s a list of Australian writing coaches and mentors specialising in non-fiction.

Organisations for Australian Writers

Want a extensive list of all the organisations supporting writers, authors, illustrators and publishers around Australia? From state writing organisations to government departments to all sorts of interesting groups and opportunities? Here’s a list of useful organisations that may be of help to you throughout your writing career,

Key Writing & Publishing Tools

Throughout your writing career you may need to use a variety of writing and publishing tools and services. From editing tools through to book layout software, book marketing tools through to author business organisation. Here’s a list of some of my faves.

List of Writing Retreats in Australia

Best Australian Writing Retreats 2026 (Author-Led & Inspiring Getaways)

And here are some great writing resources:

My favourite writing tools and writing organisations
Australian and international organisations for writers
List of Australian writing and book coaches FICTION
List of Australian writing and book coaches NON-FICTION
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 2024
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