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Presentation: Magical Worlds: Writing Fantasy for Children

Local Word Writers Festival

2023-08-25 11:00:00 2023-08-25 12:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Presentation: Magical Worlds: Writing Fantasy for Children Local Word Writers Festival is an annual two-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and author in-conversations for writers and readers. Lara Library -

Friday, August 25
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-08-25 11:00:00 2023-08-25 12:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Presentation: Magical Worlds: Writing Fantasy for Children Local Word Writers Festival is an annual two-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and author in-conversations for writers and readers. Lara Library -

Local Word Writers Festival is an annual two-day event of local writers presenting workshops, presentations and author in-conversations for writers and readers.

This information session and interactive discussion is for anyone interested in the craft of writing, in the fantasy genre, or in children’s literature generally.

Looking at the importance of fantasy for children today, developing and maintaining world-building for standalone and series, and crafting intricate, engaging fantasy worlds and the magic system that underpins them.

Shivaun Plozza is an award-winning author of books for children and young adults. Her debut novel, Frankie, was shortlisted for the CBCA Book of the Year (older readers), Highly Commended at the Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards, and won the Davitt Award for Best YA Crime Novel.

Samantha-Ellen Bound is a writer, children’s author, and podcast host. She has many years’ experience working with books and publishing and she hosts and produces KidLit Classics, a podcast that celebrates classic children’s literature.

* Up to 30 participants  |  * Suitable for anyone aged 16+ interested in writing and reading children’s fantasy.

Don't forget to check out our other Local Word sessions!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Workshops & Lectures | Festivals | Author Talks |

TAGS: | recommended |

Lara Library

Phone: (03) 4201 0668

Hours

Lara Library

Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, Aug 29 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Aug 30 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Aug 31 Closed

Tel: (03) 4201 0668

About the Library

The Lara Library is conveniently located next to Austin Park, in a central community hub shared with the Maternal Child Health Centre, Lara Kindergarten and Lara Community Centre. The branch features zones for children and young people, study and reading areas, public access PCs, free WiFi and two Apple iMac computers. Regular Baby, Toddler and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here, and events and programs for adults are also run throughout the year.  

Upcoming events

Tue, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:45am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Thu, Sep 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Anyone can be a poet! Come try blackout poetry, also known as found poetry, a technique that uses existing words to... more
Anyone can be a poet! Come try blackout poetry, also known as found poetry, a technique that uses existing words to make a new text. Ages 8+

Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Fri, Sep 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Try new crafts or bring your own project to work on in a friendly, supportive community environment. Materials are... more
Try new crafts or bring your own project to work on in a friendly, supportive community environment. Materials are provided, and all skill levels are welcome.

Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Thu, Sep 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Step into a world of imagination and creativity with this Storytelling Adventure! Cut, paste and design to explore... more
Step into a world of imagination and creativity with this Storytelling Adventure! Cut, paste and design to explore the art of collage. Recommended age: Preschool
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, quilter, knitter, or hand-stitcher, all are welcome. Bring... more
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, quilter, knitter, or hand-stitcher, all are welcome. Bring your own project and enjoy a fun, social afternoon.

Thu, Sep 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Woolly Wearables is a hands-on, fun design adventure for kids aged 3 to 8 years.

Mon, Sep 29, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Map out your own fantastical world to rival Oz, Middle-Earth, Narnia and Alagaesia in this fantasy map design... more
Map out your own fantastical world to rival Oz, Middle-Earth, Narnia and Alagaesia in this fantasy map design session. Create an entire world of your own imagining. Recommended age: 12-18
Registration opens Monday, September 8 2025 at 9:00am

Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.