Meet the authors behind the stories this May
These relaxed, local events bring stories to life. You can learn what inspired each book, ask questions and connect with other readers in your community.
Here are some author talks happening near you.
Mount Barker District Council
Victoria Purman in Conversation
Join best-selling author of The Radio Hour, Victoria Purman as she shares her new novel The Marriage Trap and the decade of the 1960s that saw many changes that allowed Australian women to embrace their freedom.
Date: Tuesday 5 May 2026.
Where: Mount Barker Community Library. Dumas Street, Mt Barker, SA 5251
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City of Marion
Mary-Lou Stephens ‘The Hobart Hotel’
Step into a world of intrigue as Mary-Lou Stephens discusses her new historical novel The Hobart Hotel. The best-selling author of The Last of Apple Blossom explores secrets and reinvention across two eras of Tasmanian history.
Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026.
Where: Cove Civic Centre. 1 Ragamuffin Drive, Hallett Cove, SA 5158
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City of Mitcham
Book Lovers: Meet Sasha Wasley
Spend an evening with Sasha Wasley as she introduces her new book The Society of Literary Marauders. Discover a story of courage, female friendship and the power of books to shape the world.
Date: Wednesday 6 May 2026.
Where: Mitcham Memorial Library, 154 Belair Road, Hawthorn, SA 5062
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City of Burnside
Author Talk: Three Reasons for Revenge: Dervla McTiernan
Hear from Dervla McTiernan as she launches her latest thriller Three Reasons for Revenge. This fast-paced story unpacks mystery, suspense and explores how far people will go to protect their secrets and lives.
Date: Monday 11 May 2026.
Where: The Regal Theatre. 275 Kensington Road, Kensington Park, 5068
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City of Salisbury
Author Series with Lainie Anderson
Join Lainie Anderson as she presents her new novel, Murder on North Terrace, a historical mystery set in Adelaide in 1917. The session brings local history, including South Australia's first policewoman, Kate Cock, set amongst familiar landmarks.
Date: Monday 11 May 2026.
Where: Para Hills Community Hub, 22 Wilkinson Road, Para Hills SA 5096.
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City of Charles Sturt
Rosamund Burton on tracing Australia’s Overland Telegraph Line
Explore Australia’s past with Rosamund Burton as she traces the story of the 3200-kilometre-long Overland Telegraph Line from Adelaide to Darwin. This talk connects history, travel and storytelling in a fascinating journey.
Date: Tuesday 19 May 2026.
Where: Ngutungka West Lakes. 9 Charles Street, West Lakes, SA 5021
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City of Onkaparinga
Trent Dalton: Gravity Let Me Go
Join bestselling author Trent Dalton for a conversation about his latest novel Gravity Let Me Go. Hear insights from one of Australia’s most celebrated storytellers.
When: Friday 22 May 2026.
Where: Woodcroft Library. 175 Bains Road, Morphett Vale, SA 5162
Check what is happening near you and take a seat at your next author event.
