Literature

Discover the rich history of the former Sydney General Post Office building

Take a guided walk with local author/playwright

A HSC Symposium Series event

A HSC Symposium Series event

A HSC Symposium Series Event

Set between Spain and Australia, this work explores themes of identity and self-awareness.

Grab a bargain at Waverley Libraries giant book sale

Discover the language that shaped the foundation of Western civilisation with our Introduction to Classical Latin course

Join number one internationally bestselling crime writer Dervla McTiernan in conversation with Suzanne Leal.

Speak to a long-time industry professional face to face, and ask all those questions that are waiting to be answered.

Watch the premiere of an all-new production of Macbeth – a treat for teachers and students alike.

Local and international storytellers speak about togetherness and connection

International bestselling novelists share the experience of seeing their local stories turn into TV series and films.

Reigniting life’s spark with love, family and Irish small-town politics

Literary icon reflects on debut that became a classic

Beloved Sydney institution returns to the Sydney Writer’s Festival with international guest Plestia Alaqad

Observing our big blue planet spinning silently beneath us 

High school students hear from Australia’s most exciting literary talents.

Sydney Writers’ Festival Primary School Days program is designed to inspire the next generation of readers.

Switch off, reconnect and take the time to dream at the library this Vivid Sydney.

A HSC Symposium Series event

The world-premiere stage adaptation of the twentieth century’s most iconic thriller.

This sensational outback classic is transformed into a charming and epic theatrical adventure.