Sydney Writers' Festival

Stage 3 students have the opportunity to attend the 2024 Sydney Writers’ Festival on Wednesday 29th May. 

The day is an engaging and educational journey into the world of literature designed to inspire the next generation of readers and storytellers.

The hugely popular sessions bring renowned children’s authors and illustrators to primary students for a fun, interactive and educational day that deepens their love of reading and writing.

Five bestselling children’s book creators come together to share insights behind their bestselling work. You’ll meet Tasma Walton, the author of Nerra: Deep Time Traveller, a thrilling new series inspired by First Nations history; Kate and Jol Temple will turn their attention to the best (or is that worst) book baddies imaginable; Nova Weetman, author of Sick Bay, will share what she has learnt from writing TV and why she always leads with character; while American author Lev Grossman will reveal the real world problems at the core of his magical fantasy novels.