Meet the Author

Connect with the reading and writing culture of our region at Moreton Bay Region Libraries’ Meet the Author events.

Hear from local and national authors as they share insights into their books, writing processes, and more. Join the conversation, ask questions, and be inspired at a library near you.

Free events - bookings required. Follow the links below to book your spot!

Discover other key writing events and workshops with Write Around Moreton Bay.

Meet the Author: January Gilchrist - Caboolture

Saturday, 23 August 2025 | 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM

Join us for a intriguing in conversation event with mystery author January Gilchrist as she shares her new novel The Final Chapter.

Caboolture Library, 4 Hasking Street, Caboolture 4510

Tagged as: , Interest groups, Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Elements of writing: World building - Redcliffe

Sunday, 24 August 2025 | 10:30 AM to 01:30 PM

Give wings to your narrative as you learn how to build believable worlds in this workshop with Emily Larkin in conjunction with Queensland Writers Centre.

Redcliffe Library, 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe 4020

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Meet the Author: Matthew Spencer - Burpengary

Tuesday, 05 August 2025 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Matthew Spencer returns to Moreton Bay with Broke Road, the follow-up to the best selling, Black River.

Burpengary Library, 121 Station Road, Burpengary 4505

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Meet the Author: Toni Jordan - Redcliffe

Tuesday, 09 September 2025 | 06:30 PM to 07:30 PM

Join us for a special in-conversation event with award winner Toni Jordan. Her new novel Tenderfoot explores a young girl's coming of age.

Redcliffe Library, 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe 4020

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Meet the Author: Laurie Marsden - Redcliffe

Friday, 14 November 2025 | 06:30 PM to 07:30 PM

Join former elite model and activist Laurie Marsden at Redcliffe Library for an in conversation event about her tell-all book Men and Me too.

Redcliffe Library, 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe 4020

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Book launch: Ruth Hegarty - North Lakes

Saturday, 23 August 2025 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Join Elder and author Aunty Ruth Hegarty as she launches her new collection of Aboriginal children's books, illustrated by Cheryl Creed.

North Lakes Library, 10 The Corso, North Lakes 4509

Tagged as: , Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Meet the Author: Judy Nunn - North Lakes

Tuesday, 04 November 2025 | 06:30 PM to 07:45 PM

Literary icon, Judy Nunn, returns with Pilbara, a stunning tale of loyalty and survival from Australia's wild northwest.

North Lakes Library, 10 The Corso, North Lakes 4509

Tagged as: , History and heritage, Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Meet the Author: Bec Wilson - Redcliffe

Saturday, 13 September 2025 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Prime Time isn't just a roadmap to retirement - it's a playbook for a life lived with intention, energy, joy, and financial confidence. Author Bec Wilson reveals how in this author talk at Redcliffe Library.

Redcliffe Library, 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe 4020

Tagged as: , Readers and writers

Thriller writing - North Lakes

Saturday, 25 October 2025 | 12:00 AM to 03:00 PM

Have your readers on the edge of their seats as you learn how to create thrill-a-minute narratives in this workshop with Poppy Gee.

North Lakes Library, 10 The Corso, North Lakes 4509

Tagged as: , Interest groups, Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Writing the landscape with Gary Crew - Bribie Island

Saturday, 18 October 2025 | 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM

Learn how to engage readers and develop a sense of place in your writing in this library workshop with Emeritus Professor Gary Crew.

Bribie Island Library, 1 Welsby Parade, Bongaree 4507

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Local Authors Expo - Burpengary

Saturday, 01 November 2025 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Find your next great read, and the story behind the story, at our Local Authors Expo. Whether you love fiction or non-fiction, you’re sure to find something to love!

Burpengary Library, 121 Station Road, Burpengary 4505

Tagged as: , Talks and workshops

Brisbane Writers Festival | Fiona McIntosh - North Lakes

Thursday, 09 October 2025 | 06:30 PM to 07:30 PM

Fiona McIntosh will discuss a key character from The Soldier's Daughter in her North Lakes talk as part of the Brisbane Writers Festival.

North Lakes Library, 10 The Corso, North Lakes 4509

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Brisbane Writers Festival | Di Morrissey - Redcliffe

Sunday, 12 October 2025 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Few Australian authors adorn as many bedside tables as Di Morrissey, who appears at Redcliffe Library as part of the Brisbane Writers Festival.

Redcliffe Library, 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe 4020

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops

Brisbane Writers Festival | Michael Robotham - Redcliffe

Sunday, 12 October 2025 | 12:30 PM to 01:30 PM

Master of mystery Michael Robotham returns with another gritty blend of police procedural and psychological thriller in The White Crow. Hear him speak as part of the Brisbane Writers Festival at Redcliffe Library.

Redcliffe Library, 476 Oxley Avenue, Redcliffe 4020

Tagged as: , Readers and writers, Talks and workshops