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Join acclaimed author and RMIT lecturer Dr Rachel Matthews, for a workshop that encourages storytelling for all.
Who says you’re not a writer? Join acclaimed author and RMIT lecturer Dr Rachel Matthews, for a workshop that encourages storytelling for all. Go at your own pace, listen in and take those first steps to get your creative engine running!
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About Rachel Matthews
Dr Rachel Matthews is an Australian author and writing lecturer, known for her tragicomic social commentary. Her debut, Vinyl Inside, earned high commendation for the Australian Vogel Award, and her PhD novel, Siren, addressed sexual violence in Australian football. Her latest tragicomedy, Never Look Desperate, was named among 2023's 'Best New Australian Fiction' by The Australian and The Guardian. Her work appears in The Age and Sydney Morning Herald. A regular ABC radio contributor on writing, Rachel shares insights into storytelling, praised by Michael Pavlich for her vibrant communication. Matthews also leads Readers Are Writers workshops globally, including in Nepal. With extensive teaching experience at RMIT and ACU and secondary teaching and student welfare work, she's dedicated to fostering inclusive literary spaces
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Skill level
No experience needed—just curiosity!
Tickets
Tickets $40 or $20 for concession card holders. Tea and Coffee will be provided.
If you require any assistance with attending this event, please notify us of your access requirements via events@grlc.vic.gov.au or 4201 0600 at least two weeks prior to the event date.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Reading, Writing & Book Clubs | Author Talks |
TAGS: | recommended |
| Mon, Apr 20 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Tue, Apr 21 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Wed, Apr 22 | 9:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Apr 23 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Fri, Apr 24 | 9:00AM to 5:30PM |
| Sat, Apr 25 | Closed |
| (Public Holiday) | |
| Sun, Apr 26 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
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