The first Emerging Writers’ Festival was held at the Victoria Hotel in Little Collins Street in January, 2004. The inaugural festival developed out of Express Media's Make It Up zine fair. It brought together the offerings of 68 writers from across Australia in a two-day series of panels, readings, performances and workshops. Express Media ‘s Artistic Director Richard Watts was the driving force behind the ground breaking initiative that was to become the Emerging Writers’ Festival. It was clear to him through the success and the demand of the Make It Up zine fair, which had its origins in 2000, that writing and writers were in the process of radical change and needed a new environment to grow. In response, Express Media formed a partnership with the Victorian Writers’ Centre and held the first Emerging Writers’ Festival with the tagline, the best Australian writers you haven’t heard of yet. The beginnings were humble but the foundations strong. In those early years the festival found its feet, its independence and a loyal and passionate audience.An eight page, stapled program for the 2004 Emerging Writers' Festival printed in black, white and three shades of orange."Featuring the best Australian writers / you haven't heard of (yet) including new, young and / emerging poets, zinesters, short story / writers, spoken word performers, novelists, / screenplay writers / and playwrights, and a range of panels, / readings, workshops as well as an / independent publishers' trade fair."2004 emerging writers' festival, richard watts, express media, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

This is the program from the 2008 Emerging Writers' Festival. The program provides information about the events and programs involved in the festival, the first EWF programmed by Artistic Director David Ryding.Small cream and grey stapled booklet containing the details of the 2008 Emerging Writers' Festival programming.2008 emerging writers' festival, david ryding, literary program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

This is the program from the 2009 Emerging Writers' Festival. The program provides information about the events and programs involved in the festival, programmed by Artistic Director David Ryding.A small black and grey program of the 2009 Emerging Writers' Festival events.2009 emerging writers' festival, david ryding, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

This is the program from the 2010 Emerging Writers' Festival. The program provides information about the events and programs involved in the festival, the first EWF programmed by Artistic Director Lisa Dempster. A small booklet, which is white with graded colour that contains the details of the programming for the 2010 Emerging Writers' Festival.2010 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

This is the program from the 2011 Emerging Writers' Festival. The program provides information about the events and programs involved in the festival, programmed by Artistic Director Lisa Dempster. The festival ran from May 26 until June 5th, 2011.Small white booklet with blue font and colourful textured painted splotches containing the program information for the 2011 Emerging Writers' Festival.2011 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2012 Emerging Writers' Festival was the ninth Emerging Writers' Festival - and the year that marked the beginning of EWF Digital. Lisa Dempster was Artistic Director.An A5 booklet with an aqua and white coloured cover containing the details of the 2012 Emerging Writers' Festival. 2012 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2007 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by Steve Grimwade and ran from Friday, 25 May to Sunday, 27 May 2007, at the Melbourne Town Hall, State Library Victoria and Federation Square. Special events in 2007 included: - Friday night launch featuring a keynote speech by Waleed Ali on issues key to emerging writers - The 48-Hour Play Generator - Scrabble - the best in wordplay – the Festival's Saturday night party - Independent Press and Zine Fair – all day Sunday in the Atrium - RMIT Gallery art/text exhibition from May 1 - Speed Dating for writers and editorsA collection of digital photographs, taken at various events associated with the 2007 Emerging Writers' Festival.2007 emerging writers' festival, steve grimwade, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2009 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by David Ryding and ran from May 22nd until May 31st. Program highlights include Speed Dating, The First Word and the Weekend Town Hall Conference.A collection of digital photographs, taken at various events associated with the 2009 Emerging Writers' Festival.2009 emerging writers' festival, david ryding, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2006 Emerging Writers' Festival was held from April 7-9 in 2006. This small collection of images feature Artistic Director Steve Grimwade and other Emerging Writers' Festival and Express Media staff.A collection of digital photographs associated with the 2006 Emerging Writers' Festival.2006 emerging writers' festival, steve grimwade, literary program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2010 Emerging Writers' Festival was the first EWF programmed by Artistic Director Lisa Dempster. The Festival ran in Melbourne from May 21st until May 30th, 2010.A collection of digital photographs associated with the 2010 Emerging Writers' Festival.2010 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2011 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by Artistic Director Lisa Dempster. The festival ran from May 26 until June 5th, 2011.A collection of digital photographs, taken at various events associated with the 2011 Emerging Writers' Festival.2011 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2012 Emerging Writers' Festival was the ninth Emerging Writers' Festival - and the year that marked the beginning of EWF Digital. Lisa Dempster was Artistic DirectorA collection of digital photographs, taken at various events associated with the 2012 Emerging Writers' Festival. 2012 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2008 Emerging Writers' Festival was held in May and was the fifth time the festival ran. It was the first EWF programmed by Artistic Director David Ryding, with special events including a Zine Fair, 48 Hour Play Generator and a series of artists responding to the work of singer songwriter Paul Kelly.A collection of digital photographs, taken at various events associated with the 2008 Emerging Writers' Festival.2008 emerging writers' festival, david ryding, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne, paul kelly

The 2013 Emerging Writers' Festival ran from May 23rd until June 2nd, 2013. The festival was held in Melbourne and offered 68 events across 11 days. Program highlights include the Writers' Town Hall Conference, the late night literary programming at new Festival Hub 1000 £ Bend and the health and well-being focused Writers' Retreat at Abbotsford Convent.A collection of digital photographs associated with the 2013 Emerging Writers' Festival. All photographed within this sample were taken by photographer mark Gambino.10th emerging writers' festival, sam twyford-moore, 2013, program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, anniversary, literary festival, melbourne, abbotsford convent,

This poster is advertising the 2007 Emerging Writers' Festival, which was Directed by Steve Grimwade in 2007.A red, black and white poster advertising the 2007 Emerging Writers' Festival, including festival dates and sponsor logos.emerging writers' festival, 2007, literary programming, the wheeler centre, steve grimwade, zine fair

The 2011 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by Director Lisa Dempster. The festival ran from May 26 until June 5th, 2011.A white poster with blue font and colourful paint markings advertising the 2011 Emerging Writers' Festival.2011 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2009 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by Director David Ryding, with highlights including the 48 Hour Play Generator and Speakers' Corner.A black, grey and white poster advertising the 2009 Emerging Writers' Festival.2009 emerging writers' festival, david ryding, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2008 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by Festival Director David Ryding.A blue, grey and white poster advertising the 2008 Emerging Writers' Festival, running from May 10-11 in 2008.2008 emerging writers' festival, david ryding, literary program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2013 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by festival Director Sam Twyford-Moore. 2013 marks the tneth anniversary of the organisation.A green, white, brown and orange poster advertising the 2013 Emerging Writers' Festival, which ran from May 23rd until June 2nd in 2013.10th emerging writers' festival, sam twyford-moore, 2013, program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, anniversary, festival

All writers are paid $75 to appear at the Emerging Writers' Festival. This flyer is seeking people to sponsor the appearance of one emerging writer at the 2011 festival.A white, green and yellow flyer with black font, looking for supporters to become a Pen Pal to sponsor one emerging writers' attendance at the 2011 festival.2011 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

The 2007 Emerging Writers' Festival was programmed by festival Director Steve Grimwade. The festival ran from My 25 until May 27, 2007 at the Melbourne Town Hall, Federation Square and the State Library of Victoria.A black flyer with gold printing advertising the 2007 Emerging Writers' Festival, including details of sponsors, an overview of the program and dates and contact details.emerging writers' festival, 2007, literary programming, the wheeler centre, steve grimwade, zine fair

The Emerging Writers' Festival sells golden tickets each year. A golden ticket entitles the holder access to all Industry Insider events, Emerging Q&A, The Pitch, The Writers' Conference and additional events and benefits including VIP seating.An A4 letter with a gold badge attached to the top right corner. The Emerging Writers' Festival logo is the centre top and the letter contains dot points detailing the benefits of a 'golden ticket'.10th emerging writers' festival, sam twyford-moore, 2013, program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, anniversary, festival

The Signal Express provided daily reviews, interviews and printed materials around the 2013 Emerging Writers' Festival. These include articles including a Q&A with Director Sam Twyford-Moore.A series of black and white, A4 printed publications that focus on the 2013 Emerging Writers' Festival.10th emerging writers' festival, sam twyford-moore, 2013, program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, anniversary, festival

The 2006 Emerging Writers' Festival was the third EWF. Surveying and understanding the wants and needs of audiences has always been an important part of programming for the following year at the EWF.A green A4 page with printing on both sides that surveys participants of the 2006 Emerging Writers' Festival.2006 emerging writers' festival, steve grimwade, literary program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

This is the audience survey, developed after the first Emerging Writers' Festival, held in 2004. Surveying and understanding the wants and needs of audiences has always been an important part of programming for the following year at the EWF.A black and white folded survey for audiences of the first Emerging Writers' Festival, held in 2004.2004 emerging writers' festival, richard watts, express media, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne

In 2010, Emerging Writers' Festival Director Lisa Demspter, ran a Zine Bus, which travelled around Melbourne's inner north and city running workshops, panels and events. The Zine Bus was held on Saturday May 29th, 2010.A small flyer with black text and zine and green graphics, advertising the 2010 Emerging Writers' Festival Zine Bus.2010 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne, zine bus

In 2010, Emerging Writers' Festival Director Lisa Demspter, ran a Zine Bus, which travelled around Melbourne's inner north and city running workshops, panels and events. The Zine Bus was held on Saturday May 29th, 2010. The badge is most likely form 2010.A small white badge with black text and a red love heart, produced for the Emerging Writers' Festival, mostly likely in 2010 and 2011.2010 emerging writers' festival, lisa dempster, literary programming, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, festival, melbourne, zine bus

Winners of the Monash University Undergraduate Prize for Creative Writing are announced at the Emerging Writers' Festival and receive a paid opportunity to publish something in the EWF publication 'The Emerging Reader'. Monash University is a major EWF partner.A blue and white flyer with black text advertising the 2013 Monash University Undergraduate Prize for Creative Writing, which is run in conjunction with the Emerging Writers' Festival.10th emerging writers' festival, sam twyford-moore, 2013, program, the wheeler centre, emerging writers', literary, anniversary, festival, monash university, undergraduate prize for creative writing

This is a collection of three business sized cards, printed for various uses at various times for the Emerging Writers' Festival.A collection of three business cards printed for use by Emerging Writers' Festival director's and as a way to download the 2013 Emerging Writers' Festival digital showbag.emerging writers' festival, literary programming, the wheeler centre,