Auckland Writers Festival
Auckland Writers Festival
Auckland Writers Festival
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Literature buffs won't want to miss the Auckland Writers Festival, an annual literary events that attracts over 22,000 people with its 120-plus public events, including special sessions for children. Over 150 local and international writers speak and present at the six-day, multi-venue event, which offers a combination of free and ticketed sessions.
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Richard E
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Apr 2021 • Family
Great presentations by NZ authors and some offshore...
Huge variety except science fiction wonderful poetry even smattering of music presented
Stirring up the mind and emotions
Educational informative inspirational
Many many free events
Very pleasant crowd with whom friendly banter can be exchanged
Location perfect many local restaurants and hotels
Huge variety except science fiction wonderful poetry even smattering of music presented
Stirring up the mind and emotions
Educational informative inspirational
Many many free events
Very pleasant crowd with whom friendly banter can be exchanged
Location perfect many local restaurants and hotels
Written May 15, 2021
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Diane B
New Plymouth51 contributions
May 2017
Listening to authors read and discuss their work .. share their views on the current global situation .. has to be one of the highlights of our winter months. This festival's attendance figures grows year on year .. if you haven't been look for the release for 2018 in March 2018.
Written May 22, 2017
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Diane B
New Plymouth51 contributions
May 2016 • Friends
The annual Auckland Writers Festival, held in May each year, is a chance to listen to some of the worlds key authors in person over a few days of talks on their latest books.
It begins with a Debate by 4 noted authors on a current issue, there's the chance to ask questions at the end. For me this is the highlight of the 5 day event.
A number of talks by authors are available which gives a valuable insight into some of your favourite authors and more background on the subject of their book.
A collection of each authors books are available to buy and after each talk the author signs your personal copy of their book if you wish. Meeting Michael Leunig at his book signing gave me even more insight into the nature of this 'National Treasure of Australia'.
Also there are a number of FREE book readings you can attend. I love those that have 4 authors reading from their latest book, usually they are grouped into a common genre and the variety of styles seems to make you want to read each book.
Sunday is family day, all children's events are free for the children and has a large following.
This year the total numbers attending the festival rose to 62,000, it's growing substantially each year.
If you're a Reader this is an event for you.
Enjoy!
It begins with a Debate by 4 noted authors on a current issue, there's the chance to ask questions at the end. For me this is the highlight of the 5 day event.
A number of talks by authors are available which gives a valuable insight into some of your favourite authors and more background on the subject of their book.
A collection of each authors books are available to buy and after each talk the author signs your personal copy of their book if you wish. Meeting Michael Leunig at his book signing gave me even more insight into the nature of this 'National Treasure of Australia'.
Also there are a number of FREE book readings you can attend. I love those that have 4 authors reading from their latest book, usually they are grouped into a common genre and the variety of styles seems to make you want to read each book.
Sunday is family day, all children's events are free for the children and has a large following.
This year the total numbers attending the festival rose to 62,000, it's growing substantially each year.
If you're a Reader this is an event for you.
Enjoy!
Written June 9, 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
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