Join Mark In-conversation with Charlotte Guest, as he chats about his latest psychological thriller.
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Discover how lived experience can strengthen your storytelling. Author Bruce McLeod shares techniques for building authentic characters, psychological tension and realism in crime fiction.
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Saturday, 22 August 2026 - 10:30am to 12:30pm Colac Library
Learn the fundamentals of speculative fiction with award-winning author Rhett Davis. Explore world-building, character development and plot while creating stories that balance big ideas with human connection.
Sunday, 23 August 2026 - 10:30am to 4:30pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Discover the story behind bestselling author Mark Smith's latest thriller, Where Truth Ends, exploring truth, loyalty and justice in conversation with author Rhett Davis. A Local Word pop-up event
Wednesday, 15 July 2026 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Finished your manuscript but unsure what comes next? Author Stef Gemmill shares practical guidance on editing, submissions and navigating the publishing industry, with hands-on tips to help get your work publication-ready.
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Saturday, 1 August 2026 - 9:30am to 4:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Join Emily Baulch, former head of Bluey’s global publishing program, for a practical workshop on writing for children, with insights into storytelling, audience expectations and current trends shaping today’s publishing market.
Sunday, 2 August 2026 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm Corio Library
Curious about turning your story into a film or TV series? Learn how to adapt fiction for the screen, translate ideas into visual storytelling, and develop a treatment for your own work.
Saturday, 8 August 2026 - 9:30am to 1:00pm Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
