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Michelle de Kretser: Theory & Practice

Thursday 18 September 6pm

Join Michelle de Kretser, one of Australia’s most celebrated writers and the winner of the 2025 Stella Prize, to uncover her latest genre-bending work, Theory & Practice. In conversation with Malcolm Knox.

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Happy Endings with Melanie Saward and Saman Shad

Thursday 25 September, 6pm

Join Melanie Saward and Saman Shad as they discuss writing romance, chance encounters, cultural identity and female friendship in this swoon-worthy session.

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Hannah Kent: Always Home, Always Homesick

Thursday 2 October, 6pm

Hannah Kent reflects on how her symbolic home, Iceland, has shaped her life in her debut memoir Always Home, Always Homesick.

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Bob Brown: Defiance

Friday 10 October, 6pm

Former politician Bob Brown has been standing up to those who would put profit before planet for half a century. Join Bob to learn how courage, persistence and community can defeat them all.

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Announcing a new partnership with the State Library of NSW

Sydney Writers’ Festival introduces a landmark partnership with the State Library of NSW, supported by the NSW Government, to deliver a new year-round program of literary events in addition to its annual Festival, beginning this September.

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Work with us

Sydney Writers' Festival is growing and it's your chance to join the team! Take a look at current job listings and apply today.

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Volunteer with the Festival

Ever wanted to volunteer at the Festival? Expressions of interest are open year-round to join our wonderful volunteer team. 

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Support Russ the Story Bus

To keep our beloved Russ the Story Bus on the road, we need to raise funds for a new bus. Your contribution, no matter the amount, will make a powerful impact and allow us to continue to share the magic of Russ the Story Bus and support students in their reading journey to spark a lifetime love of storytelling, reading and creativity.

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