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Evening GPO Heritage Tour
Discover the rich history of the former Sydney General Post Office building
Introduction to Classical Latin
Discover the language that shaped the foundation of Western civilisation with our Introduction to Classical Latin course
Book Launch: Michelle Prak | Barren Cape
Michelle will be in conversation with BAD Sydney’s Catherine du Peloux Menagé
Author Talk: Dervla McTiernan with The Unquiet Grave
Join number one internationally bestselling crime writer Dervla McTiernan in conversation with Suzanne Leal.
'The Girl and the Ghost' high tea with Jacqueline Harvey
Celebrate the release of Jaqueline Harvey's brand new novel, 'The Girl and the Ghost' with a French high tea!
Everything you need to know about publishing workshop
Speak to a long-time industry professional face to face, and ask all those questions that are waiting to be answered.
Macbeth for Young Audiences
Watch the premiere of an all-new production of Macbeth – a treat for teachers and students alike.
Opening Night: In This Together
Local and international storytellers speak about togetherness and connection
Liane Moriarty and David Nicholls
International bestselling novelists share the experience of seeing their local stories turn into TV series and films.
Marian Keyes: My Favourite Mistake
Reigniting life’s spark with love, family and Irish small-town politics
National Simultaneous Storytime 2025
Join thousands around the country reading the same story at the same time for NSS 2025
Jeanette Winterson: 40 Years: Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit
Literary icon reflects on debut that became a classic
Bankstown Poetry Slam
Beloved Sydney institution returns to the Sydney Writer’s Festival with international guest Plestia Alaqad
Samantha Harvey: Orbital
Observing our big blue planet spinning silently beneath us
Secondary School Days
High school students hear from Australia’s most exciting literary talents.
Salon of Reflections – Words, Voice and Language
A public living room for the exchange of ideas.
Primary School Days
Sydney Writers’ Festival Primary School Days program is designed to inspire the next generation of readers.
State Library Unplugged
Switch off, reconnect and take the time to dream at the library this Vivid Sydney.
Melinda Ham on The Lucky Ones
Join us for an engaging talk with award-winning journalist and former foreign correspondent Melinda Ham.
The Talented Mr. Ripley
The world-premiere stage adaptation of the twentieth century’s most iconic thriller.
Readers – Books and Conversation with Lev Grossman
A monthly series with authors about their latest work, their body of work, writing process and ideas that inspire them.
The Shiralee
This sensational outback classic is transformed into a charming and epic theatrical adventure.