International bestselling author Markus Zusak will be in conversation with Elizabeth McCarthy, to discuss his latest book, a memoir - a love letter to the animals who bring hilarity and beauty into our lives, and change us forever
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Turn memories, observations and personal experiences into narrative poetry. Explore imagery, metaphor and poetic form while developing new work or refining existing poems in a supportive workshop setting.
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Saturday, 22 August 2026 - 10:30am to 2:30pm Bannockburn 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
Author Vikki Petraitis in conversation with Alli Sinclair explores storytelling craft and real-life crimes behind her fiction, offering fascinating behind-the-scenes insights into crime writing.
Saturday, 29 August 2026 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Join local authors Jo Langdon and Maria Takolander as they discuss Delivery, Jo’s new poetry collection exploring childbirth, early parenthood and the work of Polish sculptor Alina Szapocznikow.
Tuesday, 8 September 2026 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm Belmont Library
Turn pop culture into poetry with award-winning poet Dom Symes. This creative workshop for the chronically online explores how memes, music and internet culture can inspire fresh writing.
Saturday, 12 September 2026 - 10:30am to 12:30pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
Hear Holly Ringland discuss her latest novel in conversation with Brooke Davis. Discover the inspiration behind the story, her writing process and the themes at its heart, followed by audience Q&A.
Thursday, 17 September 2026 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm Geelong Library and Heritage Centre
