Upcoming Events
Join us for a range of events throughout the year, including live storytelling, conversations, writing and poetry workshops, and more.
View: Oct – Dec 2024 Brochure
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Slam Poetry Workshop with Manveen Kohli
Nov 2
If you are a lover of Slam Poetry or simply curious about this art form, join Manveen Kohli for our two-hour Slam Poetry workshop.
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Perth Book Swap
Nov 7
Stock up your summer reading pile at the Perth Book Swap. Bring your pre-loved books by First Nations, CaLD or LGBTQIA+ authors, swap them for some new reads and meet like-mind bookworms.
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Day of the Imprisoned Writer Annual Lecture
Nov 15
The Day of the Imprisoned Writer is an international day to support writers who resist repression of the basic human right to freedom of expression and who stand up to attacks made against their writing. This day is observed every year on 15 November. It was started in 1981 by PEN International's Writers in Prison Committee.
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Feminisms of Our Mothers: Workshop with Saadia Ahmed
Nov 21
Join Saadia Ahmed in Feminisms of Our Mothers, a workshop dedicated to writing about maternal figures in your life who inspired your feminist practice.
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Wordcrafters’ Jubilee: Celebrating 20 Years of Co-Creation
Nov 22
Celebrating two decades of remarkable collaboration in co-transcreating diverse creative literature in Perth, bridging national and international boundaries alongside Vivienne Glance and Afeif Ismail
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Writing Workshop with Rebecca Giggs
Nov 23
Join Rebecca Giggs for a writing workshop on non-fiction writing. With a focus on true stories, we will cover elements of craft, style, technique as well as where to place work for publication. A collaborative and open environment for writers at all stages to hear from an established and internationally recognise voice.
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Nov 26 - Dec 10
Do you struggle to carve out distraction free writing time? Are you looking for a safe group environment to work on your writing? Would you like to meet other writers in your community? Then this group is for you!
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Writing and Publishing Workshop with Kirsten Han
Nov 27
Discover what editors seek in this interactive workshop led by journalist and activist Kirsten Han. Perfect for writers looking to expand their reach, this session covers pitching, feedback, and publishing in a global context.
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Courtyard Yarning: First Nations Readings
Nov 27
Readings from our First Nations Writers WA Group and guest First Nations authors. By invite only.
Past Events
Events ArchiveFestivals
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Backstories
THIS EVENT HAS PASSED A multi-sited storytelling festival that takes place across backyards in Perth and regional Western Australia. Come along for amazing stories, live local music, and great company.
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Side Walks
THIS EVENT HAS PASSED Our annual pop-up festival of storytelling, literature, and ideas is held in unique venues across the Perth CBD and Northbridge. This curated whirlwind of talks, performances, and readings will get you moving and thinking while showcasing our homegrown talent.
Go to the Side Walks page