If you’ve published a book that showcases the strength and diversity of Western Australian storytelling, now is the time to put it forward. The 2026 Western Australian Premier’s Book Awards are officially open, inviting Western Australian writers, illustrators and publishers to enter their work into the State’s most prestigious literary
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