Sydney Writers' Festival - Homegrown | Livestreamed @ the Library - Part 2

Spend a day immersed in the world of stories, ideas and conversation with our livestreamed Sydney Writers’ Festival Program.

Enjoy thought-provoking sessions featuring some of Australia’s most celebrated authors, journalists, writers and creatives, streamed live direct from the festival to your local library. Whether you’re an avid reader, aspiring writer or simply curious, this is a unique opportunity to experience the atmosphere and inspiration of one of Australia’s premier literary events close to home.

Sit back, connect with fellow book lovers, and enjoy refreshments throughout the day as you explore a diverse program of engaging discussions and ideas. This is the perfect opportunity to relax, learn and be inspired in the company of fellow literature lovers.

Be sure to book a ticket for each session you will be attending.

Schedule | Saturday 10 October

12.30pm - Cultivating Creativity

Hear from writers Holly Ringland, S. Shakthidharan and Holly Wainwright as they discuss creativity, its importance, where to find it and how to grow it. With Michaela Kalowski.

2pm - Ed Coper: Angertainment

Hear how digital politics pioneer Ed Coper plans for us to defeat the online outrage industry in Angertainment. In conversation with Craig Reucassel.

4pm - Michael Robotham: Tell Me Something True

Join international bestselling crime writer Michael Robotham for a compelling conversation about Tell Me Something True, a hometown thriller and his first novel set in Australia. With Holly Wainwright.

5.30pm - ABC Radio National's Top 100 Australian Books: Power & Politics

Veteran political journalists Kerry O’Brien and Laura Tingle discuss the books that have shaped Australian politics with Fran Kelly, host of The Radio National Hour.

Schedule | Sunday 11 October

10.30am - Suzie Miller and David Williamson in Conversation

Join esteemed Australian playwrights Suzie Miller and David Williamson as they reflect on putting society on stage and the shape of Australian theatre over the years. With Jo Dyer.

12pm - Secret Life of Books Live with Christos Tsiolkas

Join Christos Tsiolkas and Secret Life of Books hosts Jonty Claypole and Sophie Gee for a live recording examining his daring and iconic novel of Australian suburbia, The Slap.

2pm - Myf Warhurst: Middle Rage

Hear writer and presenter Myf Warhurst discuss the challenges of middle age as revealed in her personal new memoir Middle Rage, with Wendy Harmer.

5pm - Reading David Malouf

Hear from writers Gail Jones, Christos Tsiolkas and Sarah Holland-Batt as they reflect on the work of David Malouf and his powerful legacy. With critic Beejay Silcox.

6.30pm - Library Books

Join international bestselling writers Susan Orlean and Pip Williams as they discuss the power of libraries for nurturing readers, writers and communities. With host Phillipa McGuinness.