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NZSA Mentor Programme 2024 – open for applications
For Writers! Apply now to be mentored by an established writer, poet, playwright. The NZ Society of Authors Mentor programme 2024 seeks applications from writers looking for professional development, a safe space to discuss their work, intellectual community, role models, accountability and substantive feedback.The NZSA Mentor Programme is designed to givebeginning or emerging writers who demonstrate potential and […]
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The New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa (Pen NZ Inc) is delighted to announce Barbara Else as 2024 NZSA President of Honour
The New Zealand Society of Authors Te Puni Kaituhi o Aotearoa is delighted to announce that Barbara Else is the NZSA 2024 President of Honour. This prestigious honour is bestowed on a senior writer and long-serving NZSA member in recognition of their contribution to writing, writers and the literary arts sector in Aotearoa. Our new President of Honour, Barbara Else MNZM, is […]
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Summer Reading Guide Kete Books & Booksellers NZ
Click HERE to view the 2023-2024 KETE/Booksellers NZ/Coalition for Books New Zealand 2023-2024 Summer Reading Guide.
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Otago Southland Christmas Event – 3 December
And in December… THE BIG HOLIDAY EVENT! Featuring a Salon, an open mic, an auction and good cheer Holiday Party & Salon Come one, come all! Sunday 03 December 4-6pm Alexander Pianos, Stuart Street Including THE STUFF OF LIFE: The Great 2023 NZSA Auction A fundraiser for our branch An invitation to share […]
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Choose your module
Writing craft, the business of writing, marketing and selling your book… Whether you’re starting out, mid-career or established, our NZSA Writer Toolkit has something for everyone. Available to do in your own time, on your phone, tablet, iPad or computer. The Writer Toolkit is our professional development offering, with multiple modules released. Our Toolkit is […]
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The 2024 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. The Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat is happening from 23 – 25 February 2024 on the beautiful Kāpiti Coast north of Wellington. This three-day gathering for writers encompasses intensive morning workshops, lively discussions, and […]
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NZSA Laura Solomon Cuba Press Prize 2024 – open for applications
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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Canterbury Nov 2023 Monthly branch meeting
Our next branch meeting is Thursday the 16th of November, 5:30 pm, at Toi Auaha (5 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch Central City) View the meeting’s agenda here. Our guest speaker for the evening is Blair McMillan, author of Here Upon the Tide. All are welcome to attend in-person or via Zoom. The event starts at 6:30 pm, following the […]
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Sudden Valley Press Tender Insurrections launch – Canterbury branch
Tender Insurrections Launch Event Join Marisa Cappetta and Sudden Valley Press for the launch of Marisa’s new work, Tender Insurrections. Thursday 23rd November, 6:30 for 7:00 start Strowan House, Staff Room, St. Andrew’s College (347 Papanui Road) “It glides on at twenty. With her thumb she presses the band against the underside of her […]
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NZSA Canterbury branch Voiceprints 4 launch event
Voiceprints 4 launch event Sudden Valley Press welcome you to attend the launch of Voiceprints 4, held at the TSB Space in Tūranga on Wednesday 29th November. (Click here for the invite, and feel free to share it with others. The more the merrier!) Doors will open at 6:00 pm for a 6:30 start Nibbles […]
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Canterbury Branch Evening Writers’ Group
Our next evening writers’ group (hosted by our chairperson, Victor Brown) is Tuesday 21st of November, 7:00 pm at Toi Auaha, and is open to all members. Groups are on the 3rd Tuesday of every month, 7:00 to ~9:00 pm, at Toi Auaha (5 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch Central City). If you’d like feedback on any aspect […]
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NZSA Canterbury Branch Christmas: Quiz and Comp Celebration!
Join us on Thursday the 14th of December for the NZSA Canterbury Christmas party! 6pm at Toi Auaha (5 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch Central City). This year we’ll be celebrating with a short story and poetry competition. If you’d like to enter, please RSVP HERE by the 10th of December, and include a copy of your […]
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