stimulating sessions with Tim Winton [sold out], Alexis Wright, Pip Williams, Tony Birch, Candice Fox, Louise Milligan, Rosie Batty, Bruce Pascoe, and Josh Bornstein, among many other writers
a hugely fun night out with authors and funny women Judith Lucy and Kaz Cooke [sold out]
droolworthy sessions for foodies: Attica Melbourne's Ben Shewry in conversation with Myf Warhurst over canapes made by TARRA; a two-course meal at 360Q with Tony Tan, made from recipes in his new cookbook; and sweet treats by Willow Tree Cafe with sparkling wine by Scotchmans Hill with Nat Paull of Beatrix Bakes
an energising workshop on writing True Crime with Mark Dapin
an insightful conversation about getting published with Nina Kenwood, Stuart Rosson, and Jane Tara
a memorable evening of storytelling and live music with the Stereo Stories band and literary guests Claire Hooper, Thomas Mayo, Jock Serong, Jayne Tuttle, and Christian White
a guided literary walk around Queenscliff taking in sites related to Henry Handel Richardson, Kerry Greenwood and others
and a unique community-wide book swap in which you leave a book by your letterbox and walk around your neighbourhood to find a new read—
Plus much, much more!
So gather your book club, summon your friends, plan weekend retreats, plot your favourite author meet-and-greets, and get ready for a memorable literary festival in the heart of coastal Queenscliff!
NOTE: all sessions are at Queenscliff Town Hall unless otherwise indicated. All events (including dates, times and guests) are subject to change. All sessions are of one hour duration unless specified.