Here are some of the best resources I’ve found for writers online.
Writers Edit
Great articles and practical tips for getting your writing done.
https://writersedit.com/
Australian Writers Centre
They run fantastic courses (online and in Australian capital cities). They also run monthly competitions and have an excellent podcast called ‘So You Want To Be A Writer’ https://australianwriterscentre.com.au
The Garret
A podcast where authors talk about their writing process.
https://writersvictoria.org.au/resources/writing-tips-and-tools/the-garret-podcast
Australian Writers Resource
A list of competitions (Australian and International) including wordcount, theme and entry fee. There are a lot of competitions for school children, so younger writers take note.
http://austwriters.com/competitions
Creative Kids Tales
With a focus on writing for children there are profiles of established and emerging children’s authors and illustrators, a children’s writing competition list, and they run their own competitions throughout the year.
https://www.creativekidstales.com.au/
The Creative Penn
Joanna Penn is a bestselling author. She has a podcast and creates YouTube videos brimming with practical advice and great conversations with fellow authors. She talks about writing process, self-publishing, marketing and getting your work published.
Jane Friedman
If you are looking for expert advice on the publishing industry and the business side of writing then look no further.