Writers, readers and literary enthusiasts are set to celebrate the magic of storytelling at a three-day event on the Sunshine Coast.
The second edition of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Writers Festival will be held at multiple locations during the May 3 to May 5 long weekend.
With the theme of ‘Connecting Hearts, Minds and Nature through the Power of Words’, the festival is expected to be an inspiring literary experience for book lovers, writers and creative minds from across Australia.
Festival artistic director Lea Dodd is curating a lineup of author talks, panel discussions, workshops and interactive storytelling sessions for children, designed to ignite imaginations and foster deep connections through the written word.
Event manager Tracey Young looked forward to the event.
“For its second year, the festival’s main program will be centred at the Maleny Showgrounds,” she said.
“Special catered events and a selection of workshops and free activities will also be on offer across the hinterland towns of Maleny, Montville, Mapleton and Nambour, scheduled to ensure attendees have plenty of opportunities to learn, relax and explore the stunning hinterland region.”
It will include acclaimed authors Rachael Johns, Josephine Moon and Fleur McDonald. The festival website is being updated with attending authors.
Ms Dodd said the event should be even bigger and better than last year.
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“We are thrilled to build on the success of our first festival and bring together even more voices, stories, and literary experiences in 2025,” she said.
“The festival’s inaugural event in 2024 was a resounding success, attracting over 100 authors and 1200 attendees to its innovative literary trail across the hinterland, showcasing a vibrant literary community.”
Early bird tickets have been released on the festival website and are available until February 28. For more information and updates visit schwritersfestival.com.au.
