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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, May 05 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Tue, May 06 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Wed, May 07 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Thu, May 08 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Fri, May 09 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, May 10 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, May 11 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, May 13, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

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

Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Tue, May 27, All day
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Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, May 28, All day
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Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Wed, May 28, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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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, May 29, All day
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Fri, May 30, All day
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Fri, May 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.

Sat, May 31, All day
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Mon, Jun 02, All day
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Tue, Jun 03, All day
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Please join us at your local library to take part in sharing what reconciliation means to you by decorating a paper gum leaf and adding to the library tree.

Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:20am
Join us for a fun-filled interactive session of songs and rhymes for babies and carers.

Wed, Jun 04, 10:00am - 10:45am
Help your child discover the magic of stories and develop a lifelong love of reading.

Fri, Jun 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dance, sing and read along with your child at our action-packed Toddler Time program.