Charlotte Barkla - Talk - Stepping through time Years 2-6
In 11 Ruby Road, author Charlotte Barkla wrote a fictional story set Brisbane in 1900, and she’s inviting you to travel back in time with her! Explore life in Australia in 1900, from the different foods, schools and transport.
- Duration: 45 Minutes (approx.)
George Ivanoff - Talk - Surviving the Survival Guides… and Beyond Years 3-6
Australia is trying to kill you (maybe). The Human body is really gross (but also fascinating). The world is full of weird supernatural stuff (or is it?). Find out how George went about researching and writing his Survival Guides series.
- Duration: 50 Minutes (approx.)
Jacqueline Harvey - Talk - Spies, Lies and Mysteries Years 3-6
Jacqueline is renowned for her tales of mystery and adventure. In this session she’ll delve into the inspirations behind the stories – from uncovering the secrets of stately homes to real life spy bunkers and the business of espionage.
- Duration: 45 Minutes (approx.)
James Foley - Talk - Graphic Novel Boom! Years 3-6
Graphic novels and comics are super popular with readers – they’re funny, action-packed and easy to read – but they’re not necessarily easy to make! James Foley has two hilarious graphic novel series: Secret Agent Mole and Sally Tinker.
- Duration: 45 Minutes (approx.)
Lili Wilkinson - Talk - Lili Wilkinson on Fantasy Years 7-11
Lili will talk about her award-winning book A Hunger of Thorns, and the newly released Deep is the Fen. Drawing on fairy tales, folklore and her own childhood, this talk will illuminate the writing process.
- Duration: 45 Minutes (approx.)
Michael Gerard Bauer - Talk - Dog Tail and Epic Fails Years 3-6
This talk focuses on Just a Dog and Eric Vale – Epic Fail. The writing process. Where story ideas come from and how they can be developed. Drawing on real life experiences. Using humour.
- Duration: 45 Minutes (approx.)
Mike Lucas - Talk - Getting the Fright Right! (Suitable for Years 7-11)
Why do some of us like to read horror stories? I'll talk about my craft and the tools horror writers use to evoke the fear, terror and suspense that define the genre. I will also touch upon the writing process, and the routes to publication
- Duration: 45 Minutes (approx.)
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