All Events: Schools

Enchanted Ink with Melaina Faranda.

Where: Bonalbo Central School,
Woodenbong Central School.
Time: Contact the school for times
Featuring: Featuring: Melaina Faranda.
Tickets: Tickets: Free for school-aged children.

Join Melaina Faranda for a dynamic storytelling workshop aimed at primary school students. Melaina grew from being a dreamy, barefoot country kid to writing over fifty young adult and children’s books, published nationally and internationally — with many of her books used in schools across Australia. A highly engaging, energetic, and empathic presenter and facilitator, Melaina is passionate about sharing inspiring, practical, and fun creative writing, editing, and storytelling skills with students and helping to foster their talent.

The Power of Words.

Where: Kyogle Memorial Hall.
Time: 11:00 AM
Featuring: Featuring: Melissa Lucashenko in conversation with Michael Burge.
Gary Lonesborough, Tim Baker in conversation with Ella Jeffery.
Corey Tutt in conversation with Kevin Markwell.
Tickets: Tickets: Free for high school students.
Contact your school for details.

This unique event provides an opportunity for high schoolers and teachers from the Northern Rivers to engage with writers who are at the forefront of literary innovation and creativity. Join us as they share their insights, experiences, and expertise. Participants will also have the chance to explore new perspectives, techniques, and trends that shape the literary landscape. The Power of Story: Melissa Lucashenko in conversation with Michael Burge.

Creating Compelling Voices: Gary Lonesborough, Tim Baker in conversation with Ella Jeffery.

Exploring Legends and Inspiring Futures: Corey Tutt in conversation with Kevin Markwell.

Enchanted Ink with Melaina Faranda.

Where: Kyogle Primary School,
St Brigid’s Primary School.
Time: Contact the school for times
Featuring: Featuring: Melaina Faranda.
Tickets: Tickets: Free for school-aged children.

Join Melaina Faranda for a dynamic storytelling workshop aimed at primary school students. Melaina grew from being a dreamy, barefoot country kid to writing over fifty young adult and children’s books, published nationally and internationally — with many of her books used in schools across Australia. A highly engaging, energetic, and empathic presenter and facilitator, Melaina is passionate about sharing inspiring, practical, and fun creative writing, editing, and storytelling skills with students and helping to foster their talent.