Waverley Presents: Authors at the Pavilion this Spring

27 August 2024 | Council News

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This Spring, we are excited to present a series of exclusive book launches with fabulous authors, in partnership with Gertrude and Alice Bookstore Café.

Find out more about each of the events and links to sign up.

10 September, Markus Zusak: Three Wild Dogs and the Truth

Markus Zusak is the international bestselling author of six novels, including The Messenger, Bridge of Clay, and The Book Thief - one of the most loved books of the twenty-first century and a New York Times bestseller for more than a decade.

Join the remarkable Markus Zusak in conversation with interviewer, presenter and lover of big ideas Michaela Kalowski, as they discuss his new book Three Wild Dogs and the Truth. A must for Zusak fans, rescue dog parents and lovers of great Australian stories.

Book your spot here.

25 September, Nardi Simpson: The Belburd

Yuwaalaraay storyteller and performer Nardi Simpson is one half of Indigenous duo Stiff Gins, and the award-winning author of Song of the Crocodile. Be among the first to be introduced to her masterfully woven new novel about creation, belonging, and the precious fragility of life.

Book your spot here.

1 October, Gina Chick: We Are the Stars

The inaugural winner of Alone Australia,  rewilding facilitator, adventurer and writer Gina Chick launches We Are the Stars, the story of her extraordinary, indomitable life.Don’t miss this remarkable literary talent as well as immense heart, creativity and wisdom live and in conversation.

Book your spot here.

9 October and 11 October, Zoë Foster Blake: Things Will Calm Down Soon

Zoë Foster Blake is back with her first novel in 10 years. Part entertainment, part founder insight and entirely relatable, Things Will Calm Down Soon dives deep into the hectic world of beauty and business. As the founder of Go-To Skincare, Zoë Foster Blake has learned a lot in her decade of business. Things Will Calm Down Soon blends her love of fiction with the knowledge she has acquired in business, entrepreneurship, and mergers and acquisitions.

Join the waitlist for the 9 October here.

Book tickets for the 11 October here.