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The 2020 Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat
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. Happening from 28 February – 1 March 2020 on the beautiful K?piti Coast north of Wellington, the K?piti Writers’ Retreat is a two-day gathering for writers that encompasses intensive morning workshops, lively discussions […]
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Verb Festival and LitCrawl – Wellington
What you need to know about Verb + LitCrawl Not long to go until Verb Festival and LitCrawl Wellington is on! Between 6 – 10 November there is a lot to see, listen to and experience. Here are a few tips: Passes save you money Our ticket passes can save you up to 40 per […]
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Peter Wells Short Fiction Contest – deadline
Welcome to the inaugural Peter Wells Short Fiction Contest. 2/10/2019 With the amazing support of Rainbow New Zealand Charitable Trust, Same Same but Different are again running a short fiction writing award. From 2020 it celebrates the life and work of our founder, Peter Wells. First prize is $1000 cash for the winning story, $500 for […]
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Sunday Star Times Short Story competition – deadline Nov 8
The much anticipated Sunday Star-Times Short Story Awards are open for entry. A fixture on the writing scene since 1984, the awards have launched the careers of some of New Zealand’s most respected authors, including Eleanor Catton and Sarah Quigley. Some winners, like Barbara Anderson, Linda Olsson and Eleanor Catton, were unknown when they won, […]
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Ursula Bethell / Creative New Zealand Residency in Creative Writing 2020 – deadline
Writer in Residence Ursula Bethell / Creative New Zealand Residency in Creative Writing 2020 College of Arts Full-time at 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) 6 or 12 Month Fixed Term opportunity What You Will Do This fixed term Residency has been created to foster New Zealand writing by providing a full time opportunity for […]
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OWLS DO CRY – JANET FRAME’S ICONIC NOVEL BROUGHT TO THE STAGE IN WORLD FIRST
JANET FRAME’S ICONIC NOVEL BROUGHT TO THE STAGE IN WORLD FIRST Red Leap Theatre presents OWLS DO CRY Artistic Director Julie Nolan and Director Malia Johnston Beloved New Zealand author Janet Frame’s landmark novel will be brought to life on stage for the first time ever. Filled with fierce heart and visual splendour, Owls Do Cry is […]
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Celtic Noir Crime Writing Festival
Celtic Noir Crime Writing Festival Crime fans take note – the Celtic Noir crime writing festival is nearly here! CELTIC NOIR 2019 PROGRAMME What Is Celtic Noir? (public talk) Professor Liam McIlvanney, Co-Director of the Centre for Irish and Scottish Studies, explores the long and intertwined history of crime writing in Scotland and Ireland, identifying […]
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Historical Novel Society Australasia Conference 25-27 October 2019
2019 CONFERENCE 25-27 OCTOBER 2019 WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY, PARRAMATTA HISTORY REPEATS Celebrate historical fiction at HNSA Sydney 2019! This year, historical fiction authors and readers will gather for another interactive three-stream program on the weekend of 26-27 October. For 2019, there’s also a Craft & Publishing day on Friday 25 October with top class tutors […]
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NZSA Canterbury Branch Annual Heritage Book & Writing Awards 2019
New Zealand Society of Authors – Canterbury Branch Annual Heritage Book & Writing Awards 2019 The NZ Heritage Book Awards Ceremony will be held on Thursday 24 October 2019 7 – 9pm at St Michael and All Angels 99 Oxford Tce. The standard this year is exceptionally high. NZSA Canterbury have received 72 Heritage Book entries […]
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Book Launch: They of Star
The launch of the novel and original soundtrack release of They of Star by Mervyn Noel Whitley Jnr. When: 6pm Thursday 24th October Where: The Pumphouse Theatre, 2a Manurere Ave, Takapuna Wine and nibbles will be served. Not suitable for children under 12.
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Book Launch: Passion: Living, Feasting and Writing deep in the Marlborough Sounds
Passion: Living, Feasting and Writing deep in the Marlborough Sounds is the latest book from Marion Day. It will be launched at Portage Resort, 2923 Kenepuru Road on Saturday 5 October at 1 pm, with raffles, bar and nibbles. ‘Passion’ is the perfect word for author Marion. She is passionate about many things – life, […]
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