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Lots to unpack in Michael Burges’ latest. For fans of Aussie rural noir, this one has your name written in red dirt!

Zoya Patel will provide feedback on your creative non-fiction work, enabling you to hone your skills over five months.

Fiona Wright will provide feedback on your poetry, enabling you to hone your skills over five months.

Join Fiona Wright to explore techniques that transform ordinary language into extraordinary expression.

Join Anthony Macris to learn a holistic approach to narrative that demystifies the story-telling process.

In this interactive session, Li Chen will discuss the creative process behind her virtual comics

An evening of intrigue and great conversation as celebrated actor Bryan Brown discusses his gripping new thriller.

Join Ben Hobson as he interviews Mark Mupotsa-Russell, author of ‘The Wolf Who Cried Boy’

Join JP Pomare to explore and discuss ways of developing a strong voice, story structure, and character building.

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration

Hosts Jonty Claypole, Sophie Gee and Roanna Gonsalves close out the year with a special book-loving bonanza.

Join Deborah Pikes to bring characters to life.

With Elisabeth Storrs, you'll learn how to locate catergorise, and analyse resources to craft accurate writing.

In this workshop with Anwen Crawford you will consider different aspects of essay writing.

Unlock your imagintion, reflection, connection, beyond journalling

Salman Rushdie returns to Sydney for the first time in 12 years to open Festival of Dangerous Ideas 2026.