From kick-starting your novel; the business of publishing; memoir and biography; self publishing children's books to the skills you need to edit your own work. Don't miss out, tickets are limited.

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Thirty Sessions. Three Days. More than eighty authors and thought leaders.

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Special Festival Event

Berry Writers Festival Opening Celebration

Please join us and all our authors for the Opening Celebration for Berry Writers Festival, including an address by David Marr

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A big thank you to WorkLife Berry for being a valued supporter and festival partner of the Berry Writers Festival. WorkLife has been a sanctuary for many of our local authors, offering them a quiet space to escape from home distractions and focus on their craft in a modern, comfortable co-working environment.

Festival authors like Holly Wainwright and Tori Haschka have found inspiration at WorkLife and met those word count goals! Best of all, you can see these wonderful authors (and so many more!) at sessions throughout the festival weekend - thank you @worklife.org.au for playing a role in literary success!

We are delighted that this year's program features the talents of a mother-daughter author duo: Helen Elliott and Eleanor Elliott Thomas.

Helen and Eleanor each bring their own unique voices and perspectives to the festival featuring in two sessions, Helen in "Examined Lives: on Memoir & Meaning" and Eleanor in "Holding up a Mirror: the Drama of The Domestic".

Their involvement highlight the enduring power of words across generations. Their distinct sessions offer a profound exploration of literary expression, illustrating the beautiful continuum of storytelling within a family.

Join us to experience their works and celebrate the legacy of literature. Perhaps this is the perfect excuse for a Mother/Daughter outing?
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Unlock your creative potential at the Berry Writers Festival with our series of exclusive workshops. Whether you're crafting a novel, screenplay, or memoir, or have a children's book idea you're nurturing, these intimate sessions offer the perfect environment to refine your skills, guided by industry professionals. Taking place on the Friday of the festival weekend, each workshop has been thoughtfully curated and designed with limited spots to ensure a highly personalised and immersive experience.

It's often said that everyone has a story within them—now is the time to bring yours to life. Elevate your writing and connect with like-minded individuals. View our Workshop program via the website. Don't miss out.

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We are proud to be supported by:

Platinum Sponsor - The Arbour Berry - supporting the Berry Writers Festival

Platinum Sponsor - Berry Getaways - supporting the Berry Writers Festival

Gold Sponsor - Raine & Horne Berry - supporting the Berry Writers Festival

Ray White Berry - Gold Sponsor - supporter of Berry Writers Festival 2024

The Berry Writers Festival acknowledges the Dharawal and Dhurga language-speaking groups who are traditional owners of this area. We acknowledge their customs and culture, which have nourished, and continue to nourish, this land. And we extend our respects to Elders, past, present, and future.