Readings Book Events 2020
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Mon 28 Sep 2020 - Wed 18 Nov 2020
Readings have been a Melbourne independent bookshop for many years, frequented by lovers of books. They have 7 physical stores but also have an
online store that offers free shipping on all orders $150 and above within Australia. During the pandemic, they haven't forgotten their public and consistently run many book events online.
What's better than to be in conversation with authors you love, and there are certainly a few household names on the list! Perhaps you're in a bit of a literary rut and looking for the next author to read, and may just find one you'd like to try out at these FREE events that run from
28 Sep to 18 Nov. Provided is just a whiff of what the event is about. Please follow the links to individual events for all the details.
Mon 28 Sep 6.30-7pm - Steve Wide in Conversation - Book here : For those obsessed with the nitty-gritty of the Punk movement. Join the author to celebrate the release of his two new books.
Wed 30 Sep 6.30-7pm - Sarah Wilson in Conversation - Book here : Sarah Wilson, former journalist and TV presenter, author and activist discusses her new work of non-fiction.
Tue 6 Oct 6.30.7pm - Craig Silvey in Conversation - Book here : Chat about Honeybee, a heartbreaking and life-affirming story that takes the reader to the dark side of life
Thu 8 Oct 8-8.30pm - Garth Nix in Conversation - Book here : A fantasy author we're all familiar with, discussing his highly anticipated new novel with fellow writer James Bradley.
Tue 20 Oct 6.30-7pm - Jack Howard in Conversation - Book here : The only musician/trumpeter to be inducted into the ARIA Rock'n'Roll Hall of Fame; discussing his memoir and varied career.
Wed 21 Oct 8-8.30pm - Nguy& #7877 ;n Phan Qu& #7871 ; Mai & Natalie Jenner on the power of stories - Book here : A night of conversation and stories and the power of words.
Wed 28 Oct 6.30-7pm - Rosalie Ham in Conversation - Book here : Ham returns to the unforgettable characters and gothic world of her bestselling novel-turned-film The Dressmaker.
Wed 4 Nov 6.30-9.30pm (unusually lengthy; check updates closer to date) - Chris Hammer in Conversation - Book here : A new thriller without spoilers in this online conversation.
Tue 10 Nov 8-8.30pm - Ronni Kahn in Conversation - Book here : Founder and CEO of the food rescue organisation OzHarvest about her inspiring and intimate new memoir.
Wed 11 Nov 6.30-7pm - Sue Brierley in Conversation - Book here - The author of a bestselling memoir-turned-film Lion: Saroo's mother shares her story in Lioness.
Tue 17 Nov 6.30-7pm - Geoff Raby in Conversation - Book here : Australia's Ambassador to China for 4 years till 2011; and his new book that provides insight on our future position in global affairs.
Wed 18 Nov 6.30-7pm - Don Watson in Conversation - Book here : A master wordsmith brings together a collection of writings, including previously unpublished pieces.
As you can see, there are enough author events to keep book lovers happy for a few months. Stay in touch via
Facebook for updates. You'll find interesting updates that your children may be interested in too, like their
Children's & YA Top 10 Booksellers of the Week .
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