AustLit is the ultimate information resource and research environment for Australian literary, print, and narrative cultures. With a mission to be the definitive resource for Australian literature, AustLit is brought to you by The University of Queensland in collaboration with various academic, library, education, and research organizations. This authoritative database provides a wide range of services and features.

AustLit is home to BlackWords and other datasets, and serves as a partner and publisher of scholarly research. It is a valuable resource for teachers and students, and plays a key role in national research and information infrastructure. AustLit offers a subscription service and is supported by a dedicated team of scholars, librarians, researchers, and volunteers.

It strives for completeness by indexing a broad range of literary works, including fiction, poetry, theater, biographies, and more. AustLit also provides extensive information about writers, publishers, and literary organizations. What sets AustLit apart is its comprehensive coverage of Australian creative writing and critical works.

With over 600 new work records added weekly, AustLit captures both the by and about information, allowing users to explore authors' life and career. The database also offers access to full-text materials, such as novels, children's books, and poetry, as well as the AustLit Anthology of Criticism. AustLit is not only a publisher, but also a partner and collaborator with individual research projects, adding diverse content streams to its collection.

As part of the national research infrastructure, AustLit demonstrates the intersection of humanities scholarship and technology. Immerse yourself in the world of Australian literature with AustLit, the go-to resource for all things literary in Australia