Capricorn Coast Writers Festival
We are delighted to be back for our Fourth Capricorn Coast Writers Festival: Stories by the Sea. The 2025 festival will be held from Friday, 30th May to Sunday, 1st of June.
We have a packed programme for readers and writers alike, presented by the best of the best. There is something for everyone and we can’t wait to share the festival with you all.
2025 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival - Student Anthology
Wednesday 14 January 2026
In 2025 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival invited students in the Livingstone Shire to enter a short story, written by them, on the theme, Beach and Bush. Judges were overwhelmed with the stories and with the support from Rotary Club of Yeppoon, the winning entries have been gathered in the 2025 CCWF Student Short Story Anthology.
Available for you to purchase. This anthology will make an excellent gift for family and loved ones, and what a marvellous keepsake! Purchase your copy now.
2026 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival Passes
2026 CCWF Pass-Fri 29 & Sat 30 May
The premier winter event in the Livingstone Shire, the fifth Capricorn Coast Writers Festival will be held from on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 May 2026. It’s for readers and writers and people who love to hear stories and meet new people. Yeppoon is the perfect setting to hear and share stories by the sea and, thanks to the support of the Livingstone Shire Council, Keppel Coast Arts, RADF, Bendigo Bank and local businesses, the line up for this year’s festival is exceptional.
Showcasing the talent of local authors has always been a goal of the festival and the 2026 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival proves it. The guest authors at this year’s festival will include, Paul Garrety, James Manning, Kate Mahood, Amanda Hock, Mark Avery, Phil Hore, Peter Roper and more!
Early Bird festival passes are available now.
If you are interested in booking an Author Pitch with Hawkeye Publishing, bookings are available https://www.trybooking.com/DJMOO
Keppel Bay Sailing Club
2026 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival - Author Pitches
Saturday 30 May 2026
Pitch Your Book or idea to a Publisher!
Have you ever wanted to get professional feedback on your manuscript? Now’s your chance! Book a 10-minute Author Pitch session with Hawkeye Publishing in the Crow’s Nest at Keppel Bay Sailing Club, overlooking the stunning waters of the bay.
Each booking comes with a simple guide to help you prepare and make the most of your session. Whether you’re refining your story, seeking advice, or hoping to take the next step toward publication, this is a rare opportunity you don’t want to miss!
Author Pitches are available now.
The premier winter event in the Livingstone Shire, the fifth Capricorn Coast Writers Festival will be held from on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 May 2026. It’s for readers and writers and people who love to hear stories and meet new people. Yeppoon is the perfect setting to hear and share stories by the sea and, thanks to the support of the Livingstone Shire Council, Keppel Coast Arts, RADF, Bendigo Bank and local businesses, the line up for this year’s festival is exceptional.
Showcasing the talent of local authors has always been a goal of the festival and the 2026 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival proves it. The guest authors at this year’s festival will include, Paul Garrety, James Manning, Kate Mahood, Amanda Hock, Mark Avery, Phil Hore, Peter Roper and more!
Festival passes available here - https://www.trybooking.com/DJGSA
Keppel Bay Sailing Club
2025 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival - Student Anthology
Thursday 11 December 2025
In 2025 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival invited students in the Livingstone Shire to enter a short story, written by them, on the theme, Beach and Bush. Judges were overwhelmed with the stories and with the support from Rotary Club of Yeppoon, the winning entries have been gathered in the 2025 CCWF Student Short Story Anthology.
Available for you to purchase. This anthology will make an excellent gift for family and loved ones, and what a marvellous keepsake! Purchase your copy now.
2025 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival Passes
The premiere winter event in the Livingstone Shire, the fourth biennial Capricorn Coast Writers Festival will be held from 30 May to 1 June 2025. It’s for readers and writers and people who love to hear stories and meet new people. Yeppoon is the perfect setting to hear and share stories by the sea and, thanks to the support of the Livingstone Shire Council, Keppel Coast Arts and local businesses, the line up for this year’s festival is exceptional.
Inviting celebrated Australian authors to the region and showcasing the talent of local authors has always been a goal of the festival. The guest authors at this year’s festival will include, Aleesah Darlison, Richard Yaxley, Geneve Flynn, Barbara Hannay, Jack Roney and Gary Crew. Festival goers can meet all these authors at the festival opening event on Friday 30 May and join them for their individual workshops over the weekend.
Early Bird festival passes are available now.
Yeppoon Town Hall
2025 Capricorn Coast Writers Session Tickets
The premiere winter event in the Livingstone Shire, the fourth biennial Capricorn Coast Writers Festival will be held from 30 May to 1 June 2025. It’s for readers and writers and people who love to hear stories and meet new people. Yeppoon is the perfect setting to hear and share stories by the sea and, thanks to the support of the Livingstone Shire Council, Keppel Coast Arts and local businesses, the line up for this year’s festival is exceptional.
Inviting celebrated Australian authors to the region and showcasing the talent of local authors has always been a goal of the festival. The guest authors at this year’s festival will include, Aleesah Darlison, Richard Yaxley, Geneve Flynn, Barbara Hannay, Jack Roney and Gary Crew. Festival goers can meet all these authors at the festival opening event on Friday 30 May and join them for their individual workshops over the weekend.
Individual Session tickets available now.
Yeppoon Town Hall
WRITING CRIME
Sunday 1 June 2025
with Jack Roney
The Yeppoon Town Hall
3 DAY FESTIVAL PASS - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
Friday 30 May 2025
Includes Friday Extended Workshop, Friday Evening Opening Event, Saturday Author Panel, Saturday 3x Workshops, Saturday Evening with Gary Crew & Jack Roney, Sunday Author Panel, Sunday 3x Workshops.
Note: Individual author consults are not included in festival passes.
Yeppoon Town Hall
WRITING YOUR FIRST NOVEL
Sunday 1 June 2025
with Gary Crew
The Yeppoon Town Hall
SUNDAY 30 min Author Consults with Sandra Makaresz
Sunday 1 June 2025
30-minute consults. Please choose your time slot
The Hub
SUNDAY 30-minute Author Consults with Lori-Jay Ellis
Sunday 1 June 2025
30 Minute sessions
The Hub
Sunday Author Consults with Sandra Makaresz
Sunday 1 June 2025
30-minute consults
The Hub
WRITING ROMANCE
Sunday 1 June 2025
with Barbara Hannay
The Yeppoon Town Hall
AUTHOR PANEL- MAKE IT HAPPEN- FROM IDEA TO FIRST DRAFT
Sunday 1 June 2025
Meet authors and presenters Gary Crew, Barbara Hannay and Jack Roney. Learn about the author's journey to being a published author and how they can help you achieve this.
The Yeppoon Town Hall
THE TRUTH BEHIND THE FICTION- with Gary Crew and Jack Roney
Saturday 31 May 2025
Hosted by radio personality Dales Whyte.
Former Queensland Police Detective turned crime fiction author Jack Roney and acclaimed author Gary Crew swap thrilling stories about the real events and experiences that inspired their stories.
Enjoy canapés and a welcome drink as part of the festivities. You'll have your chance to ask questions.
Yeppoon Town Hall
LOCAL AUTHOR EXPO
Saturday 31 May 2025
Showcase your work, connect with fellow authors, and engage with the local community.
Yeppoon Town Hall
CREATING CONFLICT AND SUSPENSE
Saturday 31 May 2025
With Geneve Flyn
Yeppoon Town Hall
CRIME WRITERS AUTHOR CONSULTS WITH JACK RONEY
Saturday 31 May 2025
Choose a time when you make the booking. Send Jack an email with the questions you want answered at the appointment. roney.jackt@gmail.com
The Hub
CREATING PLACE
Saturday 31 May 2025
with Richard Yaxley
Yeppoon Town Hall
SATURDAY 30 min Author Consults with Sandra Makaresz
Saturday 31 May 2025
30-minute consults. Please choose your time slot
The Hub
SATURDAY 30-minute Author Consults with Lori-Jay Ellis
Saturday 31 May 2025
30 Minute sessions
The Hub
CREATING MEMORABLE CHARACTERS
Saturday 31 May 2025
with Richard Yaxley
Yeppoon Town Hall
AUTHOR PANEL- A WORLD OF INSPIRATION- FINDING YOUR PLACE
Saturday 31 May 2025
Aleesah Darlison, Richard Yaxley, Geneve Flynn and Jack Roney.
Yeppoon Town Hall
WELCOME RECEPTION AND OFFICIAL OPENING EVENT - VIP
Friday 30 May 2025
Official Opening and Welcome to Authors by Mayor Adam Belot. Enjoy a welcome drink, finger food and live music by local songwriter and musician Kate Mahood.
Yeppoon Town Hall
30 min Author Consults with Lori-Jay Ellis (CANCELLED)
Saturday 24 May 2025
30-minute sessions
The Hub
3 DAY FESTIVAL PASS - FULL PRICE
Saturday 24 May 2025
Includes Friday Extended Workshop, Friday Evening Opening Event, Saturday Author Panel, Saturday 3x Workshops, Saturday Evening with Gary Crew & Jack Roney, Sunday Author Panel, Sunday 3x Workshops.
Note: Individual author consults are not included in festival passes.
Yeppoon Town Hall
FRIDAY PASS - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
Saturday 24 May 2025
Includes Friday Extended Workshop, Friday Evening Opening Event.
Yeppoon Town Hall
FRIDAY PASS - Full price
Saturday 24 May 2025
Extended WORKSHOP & OFFICIAL OPENING EVENING EVENT
Yeppoon Town Hall
SATURDAY PASS - FULL PRICE
Saturday 24 May 2025
Includes Friday Evening Opening Event, Saturday Author Panel, Saturday 3x Workshops, Saturday Evening with Gary Crew & Jack Roney.
Note: Individual author consults are not included in festival passes.
Yeppoon Town Hall
SATURDAY PASS - EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
Saturday 24 May 2025
Includes Friday Evening Opening Event, Saturday Author Panel, Saturday 3x Workshops, Saturday Evening with Gary Crew & Jack Roney.
Note: Individual author consults are not included in festival passes.
Yeppoon Town Hall
SUNDAY PASS - FULL PRICE
Saturday 24 May 2025
Includes Friday Evening Opening Event, Sunday Author Panel, Sunday 3x Workshops.
Note: Individual author consults are not included in festival passes.
Yeppoon Town Hall
SUNDAY AUTHOR CONSULTS (CANCELLED)
Saturday 24 May 2025
with Lori-Jay Ellis and Sandra Makaresz
The Hub
SUNDAY DAY PASS (CANCELLED)
Saturday 24 May 2025
Bookings after March 30th
Yeppoon Town Hall
SUNDAY PASS - EARLY BIRD Discount
Saturday 24 May 2025
Includes Friday Evening Opening Event, Sunday Author Panel, Sunday 3x Workshops.
Note: Individual author consults are not included in festival passes.
Yeppoon Town Hall
SUNDAY PASS - EARLY BIRD TICKET (CANCELLED)
Saturday 24 May 2025
1 author interview and 3 workshops
Yeppoon Town Hall
Writing for children
Saturday 24 May 2025
with Aleesah Darlison
Yeppoon Town Hall
AN EVENING WITH JACK RONEY AND GARY CREW (CANCELLED)
Saturday 17 May 2025
Saturday evening event
Yeppoon Town Hall
Friends of the festival pass (CANCELLED)
Saturday 17 May 2025
3-day pass plus a chance to have your business logo added to our website.
Yeppoon Town Hall
CRIME WRITERS' CONSULTS (CANCELLED)
Saturday 17 May 2025
with Jack Roney
The Hub
30 MINUTE AUTHOR CONSULTS - LORI-JAY ELLIS (CANCELLED)
Saturday 17 May 2025
Please choose your time.
The Hub
2025 CCWF Student Short Story Writing Workshop
Monday 7 April 2025
Calling all young storytellers! If you’re eager to enter the 2025 Capricorn Coast Writers Festival Student Short Story Competition, this workshop is for you. Join us at the Fig Tree Galleries Workshop Space on Monday, 7th April, for an inspiring session designed to spark creativity and refine your storytelling skills. Whether you're brimming with ideas or just getting started, this workshop will help you craft a compelling short story. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experienced writers and bring your story to life!
Parents are welcome to attend.
Fig Tree Galleries Workshop Space
