EWF | Closing Night Litfair: How Long Is Forever?

A word used in songs, scripture, and everyday language.
'Forever’ carries a certain transcendence and comfort.

Close out the 2026 Emerging Writers’ Festival by hearing writers’ relationships to the word — moments they wish could live on eternally, to how they might live differently, if our time here was endless.

Taking place within the majestic grounds of Abbotsford Convent, wander through stalls selling zines, books, and other handmade wares. Mingle with writers, artists, small press publishers and grassroots collective.

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The Emerging Writers’ Festival (EWF) is one of Australia’s most established and well-respected literary festivals. They exist to develop, nurture and promote Australia’s new writing talent, creating platforms for connecting writing communities and their audiences.

Through the flagship festival in Melbourne and an annual program of events, EWF provides opportunities for emerging writers to develop professionally, and supports them to engage new and larger audiences. EWF is a place where creativity and innovation are celebrated, where new talent is nurtured and where diverse voices from across Australia are represented.