Write Out West: Western Sydney Libraries and Literature Festival

Write Out West: Western Sydney Libraries and Literature Festival returns this November, featuring five days of author talks, panel discussions, workshops, Storytimes, history walks and much more for all ages.

Running from Wednesday 25 November to Sunday 29 November, the festival is a fantastic opportunity for literature lovers to connect with local authors, illustrators and publishing professionals.

As part of the festival, Hawkesbury Library Service will host two author talks and exhibition of jewellery works by artist and author Tessa Morrison.

Author Talk: Tessa Morrison

Thursday 26 November, 11.00am to 12.30pm

Join author and artist Tessa Morrison as she discusses her latest book, Beading Wicked Women, and the handmade jewellery designs that bring its stories to life.

The Library will also host an exhibition of 14 handcrafted jewellery pieces by Tessa from 6 October to 26 November.

Author Talk: Jelena Curic

Saturday 28 November, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Join Jelena Curic as she discusses her debut novel, Sing to Me, exploring themes of resilience, healing and rediscovering the soul’s song.

All events and displays are held at Hawkesbury Central Library, located at 300 George Street, Windsor. To learn more about these events or to register, visit hawkesburylibrary.eventbrite.com or contact the Library on (02) 4560 4460.

The Write Out West Festival is coordinated by Penrith City Library Service in partnership with Blacktown City Libraries, Camden Libraries, Campbelltown Libraries, Cumberland City Library Service, Fairfield City Open Libraries and Hawkesbury Library Service.

To view the full festival program across all participating libraries, visit penrith.city/library.

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