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Newcastle Writers Festival

intouch Magazine
Apr 1
1 min read

Updated: Apr 2

People gather at a book fair in a spacious hall. A Maclean's Booksellers booth is visible, with visitors browsing and chatting. — Credit: Max Masen-Hubers

FRIDAY 4 – SUNDAY 6 APRIL

AT VARIOUS NEWCASTLE VENUES

Returning for its 12th year, the inaugural Newcastle Writers Festival celebrates the best Australian writing and provides the opportunity to meet your favourite authors at free and ticketed events. Held over three days, the festival is bursting with panel discussions, readings, interviews, and book launches. This year you can expect to hear from Jimmy Barnes, Geraldine Brooks, Melanie Cheng and much more! To view the complete program and to book tickets, visit

www.newcastlewritersfestival.org.au

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