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AUTHOR APPEARANCES

This pages details when and where the Squabbling Sparrows Press authors are appearing at author and book events around the world, including literary festivals, author signings, book launches, book cons etc.

Squabbling Sparrows Press Author Appearances

Whether your event features discussions on fiction or non-fiction, Squabbling Sparrows Press authors are adept at engaging audiences with their extensive knowledge and love for storytelling. Our authors are ready to join panels as speakers or moderators, deliver captivating keynote speeches, and lead engaging workshops. They excel in creating unforgettable experiences for gatherings of any size, whether intimate or large, online or in person. Don't pass up the chance to enhance your event with the unique voices of our authors.


 
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LEE MURRAY - MYTHOLOGY & MYSTICAL REALISM - NELSON ARTS FESTIVAL
Oct
26
1:00 PM13:00

LEE MURRAY - MYTHOLOGY & MYSTICAL REALISM - NELSON ARTS FESTIVAL

Aotearoa New Zealand authors Rachael King and Lee Murray both evoke ancient mythological creatures from distant shores in their latest novels: the vengeful kelpie and the nine-tailed fox spirit, húli jīng.  In this session they will explore how myth not only maketh mystical realism but also elucidates key contemporary challenges. Chaired by Claire Mabey.  

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KIRSTEN MCKENZIE - MYSTERY IN THE LIBRARY - TAKAPUNA
May
29
6:00 PM18:00

KIRSTEN MCKENZIE - MYSTERY IN THE LIBRARY - TAKAPUNA

The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites book lovers to a thrilling event featuring five talented local storytellers.

Browns Bay debut author and former Auckland detective Cristian Kelly joins 2023 Ngaios finalists Fiona Sussman (also a past Ngaios winner) and Simon Lendrum, and past Ngaios Best Kids/YA finalist Eileen Merriman, bestselling author of new adult thriller THE NIGHT SHE FELL, for a criminally good conversation about crafting compelling storylines and memorable characters, and the impact of place and real-life themes. Bestselling author Kirsten McKenzie will keep the peace and prosecute the offenders.

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KIRSTEN MCKENZIE - MYSTERY IN THE LIBRARY - ST HELIERS
May
1
6:00 PM18:00

KIRSTEN MCKENZIE - MYSTERY IN THE LIBRARY - ST HELIERS

2023 Ngaio’s Best Non-Fiction winner Steve Braunias is joined by past Ngaios finalist Stephen Johnson, local artist and author Carne Maxwell, and Auckland policeman turned kids mystery writer Angus McLean for a criminally good conversation about crafting compelling storylines and memorable characters, and the impact of place and real-life themes. Squabbling Sparrows Press author Kirsten McKenzie will keep the peace and prosecute the offenders.

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