Society celebrates 100 years of female storytelling

Women writers in NSW have celebrated 100 years of breaking glass ceilings in an industry historically dominated by men.

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Established in September 1925 by four female journalists who wanted to encourage more women to enter the field, the society has since hosted numerous events, workshops, awards and fundraisers.

In the past 100 years the society has witnessed significant progress and encouraged generations of women into writing.

From women having to write under pseudonyms in order to have a chance at being published, to the establishment of the Miles Franklin literary award named after the esteemed female novelist.

In 2014, the society esta