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Nor’east Swell – Launch at Hastings City Art Gallery February 3, 5.00pm
Hastings City Art Gallery – Te Whare Toi o Heretaunga Feb 3, 2022 5.30 – 6.30pm Launching Nor-east Swell by Aaron Topp We’re thrilled to host the launch of Nor’east Swell, a new young adult novel by award-winning local author, Aaron Topp, as part of The Path exhibition. Come hear Aaron talk and read […]
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Selling Internationally: What it Takes
An NZSA Auckland Branch meeting event. Unfortunately, due to COVID Omicron we have decided to change our in-person event to a live Zoom one at the same time and date of Friday 4 February at 6:15pm. Current Auckland Branch members only will receive the zoom link the day before. It might be online now but […]
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Writing Home – a Cuba Press event
Join us and Cuba Press for a stimulating afternoon! Three poets on growing up in the 1950s Richmond, 1960s Waiouru as a Regular Force Cadet, and 1980s Scotland. When: Sunday 13 February, 2-4pm Where: Ocean Road Community Centre, 45 Ocean Road, Paraparaumu Beach *There will be afternoon tea
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Mawhera Writers
Mawhera Writers (Greymouth) Formerly West Coast Writers, this group welcomes writers of all genres to write together, get feedback on their work, and to discuss all things ‘writing’ in a respectful, encouraging environment. Don’t worry about your level of experience – everyone is welcome! The group meets on the first and third Sunday of each […]
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The 2022 Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat
25 – 27 February 2022 Waikanae, New Zealand Immerse yourself in writing and conversation this summer. There’s something for everyone– whether you’re new to writing, an established writer, or somewhere in-between. The Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat is a three-day gathering for writers that encompasses intensive morning workshops and lively afternoon discussions led by leading writers from […]
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NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize
Award for fresh writing with a ‘unique and original vision’ The NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize celebrates the life and work of the writer Laura Solomon. As set by Laura, the main criteria for the exciting prize is for new writing with a ‘unique and original vision’. Published and unpublished writers are invited to […]
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Polaroid Nights Book Launch
Join us, The Cuba Press and author Lizzie Harwood for the launch of her book Polaroid Nights! Save the date – – Thursday 9 December – – at the XuXu Dumpling Bar 5.30pm (limited numbers + health pass required). If you can’t make the real-life launch, join the live stream – we go live at […]
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Gay Buckingham Kākāpo Keeper launch – Dec 17, 6.30 – 7.30pm, Mornington, Dunedin
Based on the true story of Richard Henry Written as a diary by Andrew, the assistant of the famous Richard Henry, based on Resolution Island from July 1894 to June 1908. Each chapter starts with a lift from the diary of Andrew Burt (14) as he recounts the action of the day. Date: 18 […]
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NZSA Mentor Programme 2022 – open for applications
For Writers! Apply now to be mentored by an established writer, poet or playwright. The NZSA Mentor Programme accepts applications for the 2022 programme from 1 Dec 2021 to 1 Feb 2022. The NZ Society of Authors Mentor programme 2022 seeks applications from writers looking for professional development, a safe space to discuss their work, […]
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2021 Graeme Lay Short Story Competition Winners Announced
The 2021 Graeme Lay Short Story Competition winners have been announced by the NZSA Auckland Branch today, see below for all details. In announcing the winners for 2021, Graeme praised the high standard of writing from the top ten shortlisted stories, “I found it extremely difficult to select a winner, and only after several re-readings […]
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Crystal Arts Trust – Master of Creative Writing Prize
PLEASE JOIN US. The Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Professor Robert Greenberg and Director of the Master of Creative Writing, Dr Paula Morris invite you to the inaugural awarding of the Crystal Arts Trust Master of Creative Writing Prize. Online Zoom event Thursday 9 December, 5.30-6.30pm RSVP: crystal-arts-trust.eventbrite.co.nz (registrations close on 7 December)
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Remarkable Animal Stories Book Launch – Maria Gill
You are invited to celebrate the launch of ‘Remarkable Animal Stories’ with author Maria Gill and illustrator Emma Huia Lovegrove. Join us for drinks and nibbles at the Dorothy Butler Bookshop 1 Jervois Rd, Herne Bay Sunday November 28, 3-4.30pm Maria will do a reading and Emma will explain her illustration process. There will be […]
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