SCRIBE is an intimate immersive art experience that collects anonymous experiences from public contributors to create a democratic document of an event, designed and led by Australian artist Leisa Shelton. It’s an opportunity to broaden your mind with what’s happening in the world right now – which is important. SCRIBE#09 was in attendance at MWF18, […]
In the lead up to this year’s MWF, we’ve asked our favourite book bloggers for their #topfivepicks to read ahead of the event. New, old, already ear-marked or one to add to the bedside table – dive into a world of reading and get prepped for the Fest. In this blog, Tracey Allen of ‘Carpe Librum‘ shares […]
Meet the incredibly diverse range of local and international artists joining us to share tales of joy, survival, hope, love, and letting go.
by Marieke Hardy, MWF Artistic Director I am beyond giddy to begin my adventures with MWF and the team of goodhearts here. Stepping into Lisa Dempster’s formidable shoes is both daunting and a great honour – I’ve loved the world and community Lisa has built over the last five years and can only doff my […]
Melbourne Writers Festival has announced a new leadership team for MWF18 and beyond. Writer, producer and literary critic Marieke Hardy will become the festival’s Artistic Director, with Shona Barrett moving into the role of CEO. Board Chair John Myers said Marieke Hardy would build on the success of MWF Festival Director and CEO Lisa Dempster, […]