Sydney Writers’ Festival 2015


For another stellar year, Sydney Writers’ Festival has (sadly) come to an end. 

From the 18th-24th May, writers, publishers, booksellers and booklovers swarmed Sydney for an astonishing program that thrilled, entertained, and inspired. Festival Director Jemma Birrell’s wrap up is available to read now on the SWF blog. 

We had a fantastic time attending countless events this year, and especially enjoyed those that featured four of our talented authors – no bias! We’ve put together some of our favourite photographs from the week for your enjoyment below. And don’t forget to connect with our fabulous authors on Facebook and Twitter for extra behind-the-scene photos! 

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Melanie Casey

J.M. Donellan

B. Michael Radburn

Wanda Wiltshire 

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J.M. Donellan

Wanda Wiltshire

 

 

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The Sydney Writers’ Festival main precinct at Walsh Bay. 

 

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Wanda Wiltshire with the wonderful Kate.

 

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The fabulous panel for Myths, Fairytales and the Need to Believe – Danielle Wood, Garth Nix, Wanda Wiltshire and Kate Forsyth.

 

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With an enthusiastic fan! 

 

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Wanda Wiltshire with CEO Alison Green in the office.  

 

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…and with our Editorial Assistant Lucy! 

 

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B. Michael Radburn and Melanie Casey on the wharf.

 

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 B. Michael Radburn and Melanie Casey preparing to take the stage.

 

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B. Michael Radburn and Melanie Casey with Forensic Criminologist and moderator Xanthé Mallett.

 

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 Baz and Mel with festival Artistic Director Jemma Birrell.

 

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Evidently an extremely sombre and serious discussion about understanding the criminal mind, with Melanie Casey, B Michael Radburn, Matt McGuire & Xanthe. 

 

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The talented Melanie Casey pictured in the office with CEO Alison Green. 

 

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B. Michael Radburn visiting the office – he comes prepared! 

 

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A classic musical showdown with Marty, our Head of Submissions. 

 

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Working together. 

 

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B. Michael Radburn showing off his impressive harmonica skills in Word Lounge: Lit Vaudeville

 

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and performing with surprise back-up artist Marty!

 

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J.M. Donellan and Fiona Harari preparing for ‘The Fine Line Between Tragedy & Farce.’

 

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The Fine Line Between Tragedy and Farce, featuring J.M. Donellan, Debra Oswald, Assaf Gavron and Fiona Harari.

 

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J.M. Donellan visiting the Pantera Press offices, pictured with CEO Alison Green.

 

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Global slam poetry superstar J.M. Donellan performing in The Rumble.

 

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and busily signing copies of Killing Adonis at the Gleebooks pop up store!