EWF's 2026 artist callout is now open! Check out the full details and our FAQs before applying...

We are delighted to announce our 2026 festival will run 10-18 September, from our home in Melbourne with events in the city, outer suburbs, interstate and broadcast online.

EWF and Hachette Australia, along with the Hannah Richell and in partnership with Simpsons Solicitors, are delighted to announce the winner of the 2025 Richell Prize.

EWF is excited to announce that this AusArt Day, Thursday 23 October, we will be launching the new EWF Bookmarkers initiative! 

In partnership with Hachette Australia, we are delighted to announce the shortlisted writers for the 2025 Richell Prize for Emerging Writers.