About this Event
TONY BIRCH in conversation with Kate Evans // Saturday 2 November // 2:00 - 3:00pm // Venue: The Carrington Hotel // Part of the 2024 Blue Mountains Writers' Festival
‘Women & Children could be Birch’s most beautiful and forthright book yet, one that speaks to the power of family to stand together in face of adversity.’ – The Guardian
Tony Birch is one of the most acclaimed novelists working in Australia today. A master of character and observation, his latest book, Women & Children, turns its attention to the love and courage between two sisters under the shadows of family violence. In this reflective session, Tony considers his latest work and his incredible back-catalogue, in conversation with ABC Radio National’s Kate Evans.
This session is presented in partnership with Megalong Valley Tea Rooms.
Tony Birch holds the Boisbouvier Chair in Australian Literature at Melbourne University. He is the author of four novels, five short fiction collections, and two poetry books. His most recent book is the novel Women and Children.
Kate Evans is the co-host (with Cassie McCullagh) of The Bookshelf on ABC Radio National. She regularly hosts interviews at writers' festivals. She has a PhD in history and too many books, and regrets neither.
/ A Blue Mountains Writers' Festival Event /
Join us on beautiful Dharug and Gundungurra country for a weekend of joyful, thought-provoking and thrilling opportunities to connect with the written word. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Blue Mountains, this unique literary festival brings together the country’s greatest minds and most exciting new talent. 1-3 November, 2024.
/ Ticketing /
Adult $20.00 // Concession $17.50 // Under 30's $15.00 // Disability Support Pension $10.00 // Mob Tix $10.00
To take full advantage of all the events on offer, we recommend purchasing a weekend or day pass. Subject to availability, single tickets for this event will be available from 10 September.
/ Accessibility /
This venue is wheelchair accessible, but please visit our Accessibility page or email [email protected] if you have any other accessibility requirements.
Blue Mountains Writers’ Festival will have Auslan interpreters available for the Festival and will schedule them into sessions on request. Please complete the Auslan request question at checkout.
Head to bluemountainswritersfestival.com.au for more information about the festival, individual events and accessibility.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Carrington Hotel, 15-47 Katoomba Street, Katoomba, Australia
AUD 5.86 to AUD 21.43
