Promoting the craft of writing in <b>Far North Queensland</b>

Promoting the craft of writing in Far North Queensland

About Us

In 2004, an informal group of writers came together to share an interest in writing. Today, Tropical Writers Inc is a vibrant, not-for-profit writing group that welcomes members who write in all different genres.

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Become A Member

Our goal is to share our passion for writing and nurture the creative muse in each of us. Become a member and network with other writers, share your work, grow, learn and pass on your own experiences.

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News & Events

Join us on a literary journey and stay up to date with all the latest news, events, book launches and more. If it’s anything to do with tropical writing, happening here or further afield, live or online.

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Member Competitions

It’s time to dust off your quills! (Actually, we don’t think you should let them get dusty in the first place!) We are back with our Member Writing Competitions.

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TWI MEMBERS WRITING

March 2026, 1st: Call and Response (prompt: Firefly)

Kathryn Ash

Summer swarmed around her. It wasn’t the joyous kind she was used to. This was violence. Northern summer came packing: hard slapping sun, punch-gut humidity,

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March 2026, 2nd: In the Garden (prompt: Firefly)

Jonathan Cornelius

That Friday evening in August I was already sitting at our mossy table in the garden when I saw Isabel crossing the lawn, feet bare,

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March 2026, 3rd: Fly Me to the Moon (prompt: Firefly)

David Hodges

‘I’m really ready for this!’ Birt the Fly donned his protective vest. ‘Those rockets are going to fly me right up to the moon!’  He

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February 2026, 1st: Deficiency (Prompt: Forgot)

Robert Beattie

‘Ah, Christ.’ The Vyvanse bottle was empty. I cursed myself: I’d meant to go to the chemist after work two days ago, but I’d been

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