Meet the faces of MWF18
Ahead of the full program release on 17 July, we've released a handful of authors, artists, advocates and activists joining the conversation at MWF18.
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To get you in the mood for MWF18, we're offering one lucky lit-lover the chance to win a Year of Reading, 52 books from this year's Festival.
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Schools’ Program
Our Schools' Program spans over 70 sessions and more than 60 speakers. Explore the full program and book now to avoid disappointment.
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Volunteer
Melbourne Writers Festival wouldn't be possible without the support of our volunteer crew. Applications are open now.
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Festival Highlights
Artist
Dr Karl
Dr Karl Kruszelnicki has written 43 science books and has a media career spanning more than 30 years. He has degrees in physics, maths, biomedical engineering, medicine and surgery...
Artist
Juno Dawson
Juno Dawson is the award-winning author of 11 books. Dawson grew up in West Yorkshire, writing imaginary episodes of Doctor Who. She is a regular contributor to Attitude, Glamour a...
Artist
Anita Heiss
Anita Heiss writes fiction, nonfiction, poetry and social commentary. She is a lifetime ambassador of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and a proud member of the Wiradjuri nation ...