What's better than reading a great book? Meeting the talented authors behind them!
Celebrate authors and stories with us!
We have some amazing events this month that will give you the chance to hear first hand about the inspirations, challenges and triumphs that these authors experienced when creating their stories. So why not take a moment to appreciate the incredible art of storytelling and the talented authors that help bring it to life? Whether you're a bookaholic or a casual reader - join us in celebrating the magic of reading and writing!
Prepare to be invigorated and engaged by conversations, debates and discussions featuring some of the world’s finest writers and thinkers. Audiences can also participate in live Q&A sessions at each event, sending questions straight to the Sydney stage!
After the wild success of Live & Local in 2022, Sydney Writers’ Festival returns to Darwin in 2023 to bring the best of the festival direct to you.
One of Australia’s most loved forums for literature, ideas and storytelling, Sydney Writers’ Festival will live-stream its headline events from Sydney to Casuarina Library on Thursday 25, Friday 26 and Saturday 27 May.
FREE. Bookings required.
Writing Workshop with James Phelan
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the talented writers in the business! With over a decade of experience as a professional writer, James Phelan has honed his craft to a fine art.
Now, he's ready to share his insights and expertise with audience members and aspiring writers. Learn the secrets of crafting compelling characters, creating unforgettable settings, and writing page-turning plots that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
FREE. Bookings required.
Writing Workshop with Linda Esmlie
Life can be stressful and hard - it can feel like the weight of the world on your shoulders. Join this international best selling author in learning how to look after yourself better and learn from her expertise in balancing life and challenges that you may face. This workshop can be incredibly useful for those that are suffering chronic illness as she shares knowledge from her book "The Invisible Woman".
FREE. Bookings required.
Travelling solo can feel daunting to many of us and can sometimes to be the barrier to buying the plane ticket, packing the backpack or fuelling up the car for a road trip.
In this panel session, we will be joined by three intrepid guests who share their stories of hitting the pavement, road, and airways solo as mature-aged travellers. They will share their preparations, their trepidations, their motivations, and the magic moments of their journeys.
FREE. No bookings required.