Interface is Vibewire’s annual print anthology focusing on contemporary political, social and cultural issues. Young, emerging writers work with young, established writers to produce essays (ranging from 1200 to 3000 words) on issues they are passionate about. The end result is a rewarding experience for both the writers and mentors, and a quality publication that combines the long essays with short pieces, images and artwork. The mentors themselves, already established in the publishing and media fields, also contribute new works to the publication.  

Interface is targeted at young Australians interested in gaining new perspectives about their culture and society, as well as older Australians keen to be on cutting edge of new ideas and writing. This includes students, writers, academics, young and older professionals and other influencers.  

Interface is an exciting addition to the independent publishing scene in Australia. It provides talented young people with a credible platform to get their work into the public arena, as well as providing them with the space and support to develop their ideas. 

The 2007 edition was funded by the Foundation of Young Australians, FACSIA and UNESCO and launched at the Sydney Writers Festival. 
 
Watch out for the 2008 edition coming in the second half of the year. 

The 2007 Interface mentors were: 

Daniel Donahoo (author of Idolising children: our society’s obsession with childhood and youth)

Emily Maguire (author of Taming the Beast and The Gospel According to Luke)

Eve Vincent (editor of Spinach 7, Cover Your Tracks and Scrapbook to Somewhere)

Ryan Heath (author of Please just f* off, it’s our turn now) 

The 2007 judges were Julia Baird (Sydney Morning Herald), Tony Moore (Pluto Press), Julianne Schultz (Griffith Review), Rachel Hills and Tom Dawkins (Vibewire).

Please direct all enquiries, including sponsorship information, to info(at)vibewire(dot)net