Monash Literature Festival 2009

Talks and workshops - JULY 2009

Talks and workshops for adults and young adults with an exciting program of presenters.

BOOKINGS essential. Contact your local library to reserve your place.

More information - www.monlib.vic.gov.au

Kirsty Murrey – Author Talk (Youth)

Tuesday 7 July

2.00pm – 3.00pm
Glen Waverley Library

Kirsty Murray is a prolific writer of youth books. In her talk, Kirsty will discuss the creative process behind writing novels for younger audiences.

Kirsty's first novel won the WA Premier's Award for Children's Books Kirsty has written numerous books, including two titles for the NMA Making Tracks series, a futuristic novel, Vulture's Gate, is to be released this year.

Bookings open 7 June, Tel: 9560 1655

Andrew Dyson – Comics in the Media

Saturday 11 July

2.00pm – 3.00pm
Clayton Library

This is a fabulous opportunity to enter the witty and imaginative mind of a comic writer/illustrator.

Andrew Dyson draws and writes for The Age, which he joined in 1989. Initially employed as a pocket cartoonist, Dyson found his way onto the opinion page, for which he has produced many award-winning illustrations and cartoons.

Bookings open 11 June, Tel: 9544 0668

Terry Denton – Illustration Workshop

Saturday 18 July

2.00pm – 4.00pm
Wheelers Hill Library

Booking fee $4.40

Try your hand at illustration with this interactive workshop. This two hour session will involve developing characters using simple shapes. Terry Denton will illustrate his talk with rough sketches, storyboards and finished artwork.

Terry's work is characterised by a devious sense of humour and inventive drawing style.

Bookings open 18 June, Tel: 9561 6211

Ann Blainey – Author Talk (Biography)

Thursday 23 July

7.00pm – 8.00pm
Mount Waverley Library

Join Ann Blainey who's book, I am Melba was voted the Top Read for the 2009 Summer Read, as she discusses the process behind her work. Ann Blainey has written five biographies. Her most recent work, I am Melba, is a biography of the famous Australian soprano, Nellie Melba, and reflects her fascination with singing and opera. I am Melba was shortlisted for the 2008 Age Book of the Year Award.

Bookings open 23 June, Tel: 9807 5022

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Updated: 4 May 2009

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