Meet Scandi-crime author Sissel-Jo Gazan in conversation with P D Martin

Hawthorn Library 584 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn, Vic, Australia

Danish crime writer Sissel-Jo Gazan talks to P D Martin about her best-selling books and how Denmark is contributing to the Nordic Noir crime wave. Gazan is the author of seven novels including The Dinosaur Feather, and The Arc of the Swallow. She is currently working on a new novel that investigates the child abuse scandals in relation ...

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Free

August meeting of Sisters in Crime Queensland

Bistro Allure Corner Ann and Roma Streets, Brisbane, Qld, Australia

Topic for discussion:    Where to market your work. When: Saturday, 11 August Time: 12:00-12:30pm (for those who want to order food and/or drink and chat. Meeting Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm Where: Bistro Allure,  Corner Ann and Roma Streets, Brisbane (the old Crest Hotel across from Brisbane City Hall) http://www.pullmanbrisbanekgs.com.au/en/dining/bistro-allure-restaurant.html It is a short walk from Roma Street and ...

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Free

18th Davitt Awards for the best crime books by Australian women

The George Swinburne Building, 2nd floor 34 Wakefield Street,, Hawthorn, Vic, Australia

Proudly supported by Swinburne University of Technology, Department of Media and Communication and the Danish Arts Foundation Frock up and join us for champagne and canapés as we present Sisters in Crime’s annual Davitt Awards with our international guest, Danish author Sissel Jo-Gazan. Harlequin Australia has kindly donated 100 proof copies  of Anna Snoekstra's new ...

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$48

The Mystery and History Tour with L.J.M. Owen & Lindy Cameron

Prahran Mechanics Institut 9 St Edmonds Rd, Prahran, Vic, Australia

L.J.M. Owen & Lindy Cameron, writers of rollicking archaeological mysteries, will be in conversation at the Prahran Mechanics Institute on Thursday August 16, 6pm. The Intermillennial Sleuth series by L.J.M. Owen series follows Dr Elizabeth Pimms, archaeologist and librarian, as she solves ancient crimes using 21st century techniques. With really cold cases and odern family secrets, ...

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$10 – $17

The Mystery and HIstory Tour@Hastings Library

Hastings Library 7 High St .,, Hastings, VIC, Australia

L.J.M. Owen & Lindy Cameron, writers of rollicking archaeological mysteries, will be in conversation at Hastings Library on  Friday  August 17, 11 am. The Intermillennial Sleuth series by L.J.M. Owen series follows Dr Elizabeth Pimms, archaeologist and librarian, as she solves ancient crimes using 21st century techniques. With really cold cases and odern family secrets, this charming crime series focuses on ...

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Free

Open Invitation: Crime writers in conversation – Sandi Wallace and L.J.M. Owen

Sooki Lounge 1648 Burwood Highway, Belgrave, VIC, Australia

Open invitation to Sisters in Crime and Brothers-in-law Saturday 18 August at 1.00pm for 1.30pm start Sooki Lounge, 1648 Burwood Highway, Belgrave, Victoria Please join Sandi Wallace and L.J.M. Owen for a criminally chilled afternoon. They will be in conversation about writing and books—including Sandi’s brand new rural crime thriller Into the Fog and L.J.’s ...

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Free

The Mystery and HIstory Tour@Traralgon Library

Traralgon Library 35-38 Kay St,, Traralgon, Vic, Australia

L.J.M. Owen & Lindy Cameron, writers of rollicking archaeological mysteries, will be in conversation at Traralgon Library on  Sunday August 19, 3.30 pm. The Intermillennial Sleuth series by L.J.M. Owen series follows Dr Elizabeth Pimms, archaeologist and librarian, as she solves ancient crimes using 21st century techniques. With really cold cases and odern family secrets, this charming crime series focuses on forgotten women’s ...

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Free

The Lane Cove Literary Award closing 22 August

Prizes will be awarded in the following categories: Short Story Prize- $2,000 Theatre Script Prize - $1,500 Poetry Prize- $1,500 The following additional prizes may be awarded: The Burns Bay Bookery Youth Prize (16-24 years) - $500 The Baytree by Ardency Senior Prize (65+ years) - $500 Rebecca Mitchell Stone Real Estate Resident Short Story ...

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2018 NED KELLY AWARDS PRESENTATION

The Toff in Town 252 Swanston St,, Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Join the Australian Crime Writers Association for a criminally good evening of storytelling, prizes and laughter at the annual Ned Kelly Awards. Hosted by Jane Clifton, the Ned Kelly Awards celebrates Australia’s finest crime writing with awards for the best Crime Fiction, First Crime Fiction, True Crime and the S.D Harvey Short Story Award. The ...

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Free

City of Lost Souls – Ghost stories of St Kilda and beyond

A night of original songs, spoken word and hand-drawn animated projection  Featuring : The Decibelles Female Pop Choir; Albert Park College Choir; and Roomers Inc 7pm , Wednesday, 29 August- Friday, 31 August Theatre Works, 14 Acland Street, St Kilda $40 / $25 Book at: http://bit.ly/CoLSTW Complimentary food platter for each table and drinks available from the bar. This project has ...

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$25 – $40