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Book Launch: The Gum Trees of Kerikeri by Lynn Jenner
Kerikeri book launch for The Gum Trees of Kerikeri by Lynn Jenner. To be launched by Kim Martins and proudly sponsored by the New Zealand Poetry Society. All welcome! Event details: Main Hall, The Cornerstone Church, 144 Kerikeri Road Saturday 18 April, 2pm – 4:00pm Kai and refreshments provided Please RSVP before the 14 April: […]
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Book Launch | Pepeha Portal by Ariana Tikao
Scorpio Books and Otago University Press warmly welcome you to the launch of Pepeha Portal by Ariana Tikao. Pepeha Portal is the keenly anticipated debut poetry collection from New Zealand Arts Laureate Ariana Tikao. Rooted in Kāi Tahu identity, the collection chronicles a homecoming and offers a moving account of memory, place and connection. Born […]
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Wild and Weird: Women and the Worlds We Write
Snorkelers and scientists, goddesses and psychics dispensers of potions, warriors for justice, swap watchers, chook wranglers, triplets, Goldilock courage big as giants, voices loud as rockets. Come and refresh yourself in the wild and weird worlds of 7 women writers of Pōneke’s Cuba Press. Tracy Garr | Mandy Hager | Jan Jordan | Robin Peace […]
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Found and Lost: Shape, Shadow and Light in Poetry and Sand – Dunedin
A collaborative experience at the water’s edge, taking place in the physically engaging space of Aramoana, with a view to the temporary nature of acts of creation. Event Details Genre: Arts & Creativity, Conservation, Family-Friendly Price: $50 Time & Date: 10:00am, Saturday 11 April Venue: Beachhaven Pilot House Aramoana Address: 76 Moana Street, Aramoana 9082 […]
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Every Word Counts – Advanced Editing, with Anna Mackenzie
This module, taught by award-winning writer and editor Anna Mackenzie, focuses on the line edit, providing practical suggestions for how you might scrutinise your work with the goal of ensuring your writing is clear and concise, maintains the reader’s attention, and offers no jarring notes. Relevant to fiction and nonfiction, longform and short, the information and approaches […]
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NZSA Mentorships 2026 announced
We are pleased to announce that 13 emerging writers have been selected for The New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi O Aotearoa 2026 Mentorship Programme. The Judging panel of Dr Paula Morris (convenor), Cassie Hart and Philippa Werry commented: ‘We were impressed with the number of applications and the range of projects they represented – including […]
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2026 ARA Historical Novel Prize Now Open
Authors can apply now for the biggest individual literary prize in Australasia. The Historical Novel Society Australasia (HNSA), in partnership with founding sponsor ARA Group, are pleased to announce submissions have opened for the 2026 ARA Historical Novel Prize. More information and application here. The Awards are open to novels in which the majority of […]
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Bookmark Bookish Book Market
Waikanae based book fair calls for authors and publishers who wish to take a stall. Bookmark Kāpiti Bookish Book Fair builds on last year’s successful Author Alley with add-ons. In collaboration with Kāpiti combined Lions second hand book fair – there will be books, so many books. This new annual event will bring together authors, […]
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Tamariki Book Festival 2026 Calling for Participants
This Christchurch based book event is seeking applications from authors and illustrators who wish to be involved. Workshops: Friday, 25 September Festival: Saturday, 26 September 11 am – 4 pm The Arts Centre, Christchurch What they expect from authors/illustrators: Participating in the Tamariki Book Festival is a little different from having a sales table […]
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WebWorkshop with Kirsten McKenzie
Kirsten McKenzie – Self-Publishing 101: Your Complete New Zealand Guide 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Wed, 25 March Thinking about self-publishing but not sure where to start? Join New Zealand author Kirsten McKenzie for a comprehensive overview of the self-publishing journey specifically tailored for Kiwi authors. This webinar will cover the essential foundations of self-publishing, including: what […]
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Introduction to Editing, with Anna Mackenzie
In this module, Anna explores editing from a writer’s perspective, with the aim of helping you produce the very best work you can. Relevant to fiction and nonfiction, longform and short, this session provides information useful for writers at all stages, particularly those newly starting out. Anna Mackenzie writes fiction and non-fiction across a range […]
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