Have you looked into the 2026 CYA assessment sessions? You can choose from 21 agents and editors, with more to be announced, across every genre of writing and illustration. There’s no limit to how many sessions you book, so you can gain multiple perspectives if that supports your goals. #cya2026

Please join us in welcoming Zoë Crowest to the #CYASuccess family! Read her whole story at www.cyaconference.com/cyasuccess/zoë-crowest #CYASuccesss#writerscommunityy#CYAA

Kate Stevens is leading a CYA Bootcamp. With sixteen years of in-house publishing experience, including as Associate Publisher at Hachette Australia, Kate is passionate about supporting emerging children’s authors and is particularly interested in picture books, middle grade & YA.

Rochelle Stephens, Editor and Publisher at Wombat Books, is working with CYA authors again through assessments and Bootcamps. www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp

Join Lorae Fossy, Commissioning Editor at Scholastic Australia, for CYA writing bootcamps for picture books and chapter books including YA. www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp #CYABootcamps #ChildrensBooks #WritingCommunity

Michelle Madden, Commissioning Editor at Penguin Random House Young Readers, is returning to lead CYA Bootcamps for picture books and chapter books/YA. Find out more: www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp #CYABootcamps #CYABootcamps #WritingCommunity #ChildrensBooks #PictureBooks #YoungAdultWriting

Exciting news! Rowena Beresford from Riveted Press is hosting online writing Bootcamps for Young Adult, Chapter Book, and Picture Book writers on July 28 & 29. She will also be running in-person bootcamps on July 12. Get expert feedback, practical support, and publishing insights. #writingworkshop

The week's CYA Writers' and Illustrators' Conference newsletter is in your inbox if you're a subscriber. Not a subscriber > joinlist.com/f/1d092b00 #CYA2026 #writerscommunity #amwriting #writingworkshop

Join Lauren Clarke from Creating Ink for an all day writing Bootcamps for YA, Chapter Book & Adult writers on 12 July at the Pullman, Brisbane. The sessions are suited to all writers, regardless of where you are in your writing journey. #writerscommunity #amwriting #writingworkshop #CYA2026

Bookings for the 2026 writing bootcamps are open. Chapter Book & YA authors can join Kate Wenban from Scholastic online on 28 March for a full day where you will get feedback on your work, time to work on your manuscripts, followed by a progress session where they will give you further feedback.

We're really pleased to share the 2026 CYA Online and In-Person Writing Bootcamps. The bootcamps are focused writing workshops designed to help participants build momentum and sharpen their work. Find out more: www.cyaconference.com/bootcamp #cya2026 #writingcommunity #authorsofinstagram

The 2026 Writers' and Illustrators' #competition is open. www.cyaconference.com/competition

Writing goals for 2026? Start by getting your early bird ticket to CYA Join us in Brisbane or online for practical, industry-focused sessions & a supportive community of writers Early bird registration is now live: www.cyaconference.com/registration #CYAConference #WritingCommunity #AmWriting

Did you read your latest newsletter? - 2026 early bird tickets are available until 31 December, - In-person assessments are back, and - There will be two in-person streams, which will be available to watch online.

This October, both Song of the Starlings and My Brother-But-One are available in the Kindle Spring Sale for only A$1.49. each. The adventures in Africa stand alone but are even richer as part of the series: amzn.to/4gSLNB2

Song of the Starlings and My Brother-But-One are part of the Kindle Spring Sale. For the month of October, you can pick up each title for just AUD 1.49. Don’t miss out – the sale runs from 1–31 October 2025. 👉 Amazon Author Store amzn.to/4gSLNB2

If you missed the latest Writers at Sea newsletter, you can read it online at bit.ly/WAS250914

Writing doesn’t have to be a solitary life. On the Writers at Sea retreat, we love to bring together authors who share a love of storytelling and creating a supportive community while travelling. Get all the details at www.writersatsea.com.au or email us at [email protected] #WritersAtSea

Join us and take your writing on a journey with the Writers at Sea Retreat. It’ll give you the time and space to focus on your work while enjoying a cruise to Vanuatu. You can find all the details at www.writersatsea.com.au #WritersAtSea #WritingCommunity

Who’s up for a writer retreat at sea with @tmclark.com.au and Alli Sinclair? Departs from Brisbane on 19 Feb 2026.

CYA 2025 20th Anniversary treats #CYAconference #CYA2025 #cake #sweettreats

Congratulations Fliss Goldstein for coming First in the Published: Writing for Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Anne Freeman for coming Second in the Published: Writing for Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Fiona Marsden for coming Third in the Published: Writing for Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Kristy Nita Brown for coming First in the Published: Writing for Children and Young Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Nean Mckenzie for being Highly Commended in the Published: Writing for Children and Young Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Anna Brotherson for being Highly Commended in the Published: Writing for Children and Young Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Jevita Nilson for being Highly Commended in the Published: Writing for Children and Young Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Steve Heron for being Highly Commended in the Published: Writing for Children and Young Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Suzanne Barton for being Highly Commended in the Published: Writing for Children and Young Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Johanna Baker-Dowdell for coming First in the Stories for Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Venetia Vernon for coming Second in the Stories for Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Elle Vidovich for coming Third in the Stories for Adults category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Jackie Yap for coming First in the Young Adult category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Robert Boland for coming Second in the Young Adult category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Linda Wright for coming Third in the Young Adult category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Kirsten Temple for coming First in the Chapter Books - Older readers category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Emma Greville for coming Second in the Chapter Books - Older readers category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Fiona Lloyd for coming Third in the Chapter Books - Older readers category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Wendy Rudge for coming First in the Chapter Book - Younger Readers category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Angela Toniolo for coming Second in the Chapter Book - Younger Readers category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Angela Toniolo for coming Third in the Chapter Book - Younger Readers category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Christine Pirrone for coming First in the Picture Book - Primary - Non-Fiction category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations to all our Winners! #CYA2025 #CYAconference #Competitionwinners #WritingCompetition

Congratulations Amanda Lieber for coming Second in the Picture Book - Primary - Non-Fiction category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Kate Lewis for coming Third in the Picture Book - Primary - Non-Fiction category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Seetha Dodd for coming First in the Picture Book - Primary School category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Beck Blake for coming Second in the Picture Book - Primary School category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Melissa Elk for coming Third in the Picture Book - Primary School category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition

Congratulations Bree Morgan for being Highly Commended in the Picture Book - Primary School category #CYA2025 #Winner #Competition