9.30am-4pm, Saturday 26 April 2025.
Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton
Free entry.
Discover new and exciting reads
Buy books and have them signed by the author
Meet your favourite authors
The 4th Annual St Cuthbert’s College Literary Evening
The panelists are TBC at this point in time.
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling event featuring five talented local storytellers.
As crime and thriller writing has evolved from puzzle-like mysteries to books delving deeply into psychology, people and places, it has continued to be one of the world’s most popular forms of storytelling. What draws us to darker tales?
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 thriller author Kirsten McKenzie will keep the peace and prosecute the offenders.
WHEN: Wednesday 29 May 2024
WHERE: Takapuna Library, 9 The Strand
WHEN: 6pm for light refreshments, 6.30pm panel discussion
Entry: by koha.
RSVP: TakapunaEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling event featuring five talented Auckland storytellers.
As crime and thriller writing - fiction and non-fiction - has evolved from puzzle-like mysteries to books delving deeply into psychology, people and places, it has continued to be one of the world’s most popular forms of storytelling. What draws us to darker tales?
2023 Ngaios 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. Bestselling author Kirsten McKenzie will keep the peace and prosecute the offenders.
WHEN: Wednesday 1 May 2024
WHERE: St Heliers Library, 32 St Heliers Bay Road
WHEN: 6pm for light refreshments, 6.30pm panel discussion
Free entry.
RSVP: StHeliersLibrary@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or (09) 377 0209
9.30am-4pm, Saturday 27 April 2024.
Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton
Free entry.
Discover new and exciting reads
Buy books and have them signed by the author
Meet your favourite authors
Join us on the evening of Thursday 10 August in the Joan Holland Auditorium for an exhilarating evening as the St Cuthbert's College Old Girls' Association proudly presents the 3rd annual St Cuthbert's Literary Evening.
This year's event will be shining a spotlight on our accomplished Old Girls who have left an indelible mark in the realm of media. From newsprint to magazines, radio to cameras, these extraordinary women have harnessed their creativity to craft stories that captivate and inform.
While creativity is often associated with fiction authors, poets, and playwrights, we mustn't overlook the immense creativity that flows through the veins of journalists. These unsung heroes of storytelling possess the remarkable ability to craft compelling narratives that enlighten and engage. Through their work, they bridge gaps, challenge norms, and amplify the voices of the unheard.
Join us in celebrating the brilliance of panelists Savanah Tafau-Levy, Sara-Jane Elika, Nico Penny, Jenni Mortimer, Lisa Bates, and Amanda Eason. These exceptional women will share their experiences, insights, and remarkable journeys. Together, we will explore the power of media, the limitless potential of creative journalism, and the profound impact these Old Girls have had on society. The evening is not limited to the success of our alumni, student journalist Joyce Liu will also be appearing on stage, connecting our past to our present, and giving us a glimpse into the bright future ahead for our students.
The 3rd annual St Cuthbert's Literary Evening promises an evening of inspiration, enlightenment, and the celebration of the creative forces that shape our world.
Date: Thursday, 10 August
Time: 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Venue: Joan Holland Auditorium, St Cuthbert's College
Tickets: $25 adult, $15 student
Tucked away in the redeveloped Mews Precinct at 415 Remuera Road, is Auckland's newest independent bookstore - The Little Book Shop, an absolutely beautiful haven for book lovers.
The Little Book Shop have started a Winter Reading Series, and this week it is my turn to read, alongside the beautiful Tsitsi Mapepa, the scholar Gina Cole, and one of my dearest friends, Pip McKay.
Wine and delicious pastries are available, thanks to their local sponsors, and the event won't cost you anything, unless you decide to buy all the books. Which is encouraged!
I'll be reading from my latest time travel book Ithaca Bound, and copies will be available for purchase, and signing, there.
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling event featuring five talented Kiwi storytellers.
As crime and thriller writing has evolved from puzzle-like mysteries to books delving deeply into psychology, people and places, it has continued to be one of the world’s most popular forms of storytelling. What draws us to darker tales, both fictional and real?
Four-time Best Novel finalist Ben Sanders is joined by past Ngaios finalists Lizzie Harwood (Best First Novel) and Scott Bainbridge (Best Non-Fiction) and Waiheke Island author Nora West for discussion 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.
Kirsten McKenzie launches her new book in Melba at 3.30pm on Saturday 20 May. The first book in her second time travel trilogy, Ithaca Bound, explores the repercussions of time travel and takes readers on a thrilling journey to Roman Britain, and back. Fans of her work and lovers of time travel fiction will enjoy this exciting new instalment with some familiar characters from her Old Curiosity Shop trilogy. Join her for readings and a glass of wine.
St Cuthbert's Old Girls' Association is hosting the second annual St Cuthbert’s Literary Evening to fundraise for the Old Girls' Association scholarship fund.
Featuring a panel of former St Cuthbert's alumni who have achieved literary success in fiction and non-fiction publishing, including Diane Levy, Sarah Tuck, Lindy Davis, Simone Nathan, Pamela Allen, and Cassandra Grodd.
WRITEFEST 2021 brings together an amazing group of tutors and wordsmiths under one roof to teach a broad range of skills over one super stimulating day.
If you're a fiction writer looking to improve your craft or a newer writer looking to learn & connect with other writers - this event is so for you.
St Cuthbert's Old Girls' Association is hosting a Literary Evening to fundraise for the Old Girls' Association scholarship fund. Featuring a panel of former St Cuthbert's students who have achieved literary success in fiction and non-fiction publishing, including Rose Carlyle, Renee Liang, Kirsten McKenzie, Caroline Barron, Julie Thomas, and Cybella Maffitt.
Finger food and cash bar (EFTPOS only) available, generously sponsored by Invivo Wines.
*All welcome and students from Year 11 and above only.
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling evening of criminally good discussion with five talented Auckland storytellers.
Kirsten McKenzie is appearing at Strange Goods Bookstore as part of the Auckland Writers Festival, in celebration of the iconic Karangahape Road, where odd photos of the street inspire short fictions. This is a free event supported by the Karangahape Road Business Association and Auckland Council.
Criminal Minds - 10 crime writers in 100 thrilling minutes. Covering a criminally large range of small town crime to international espionage and finishing with a sliver of paranormal tension, these ten authors represent some of New Zealand’s best crime writers, together under one roof.
Held in the beautiful Hamilton Gardens, Ages of Pages features dozens of New Zealand authors presenting their books, meeting readers, as well as selling and signing their books. A variety of genres are available including crime, romance, cozy mysteries, non-fiction, memoir, and more.
Books From Our Backyard is a book fair to bring together the fantastic scope of great writing produced in New Zealand and to connect local readers with locally written books. 15 November in Ponsonby, Auckland.
Kirsten McKenzie’s latest thriller, The Forger and the Thief, will be launched at Time Out Bookstore on the 4th November 2020, to coincide with the 54th anniversary of the Florentine floods which provide the setting for the gripping paranormal thriller.
Starting at 6pm, everyone is welcome. Please note that the steep staircase will provide an accessibility issue for some attendees. If this affects your attendance on the night, please email Kirsten directly, and alternative arrangements can be made.
Copies of all Kirsten’s books will be available for purchase on the night from Time Out Bookstore.
Please RSVP by clicking the button below
Speed-date-an-author event Wham Bam Author Jam returns for a second year in Christchurch.
Featuring authors from around New Zealand and Australia, the event is growing in size and popularity.
Kirsten will be holding a workshop for authors covering how to market themselves and their book/s.
This hugely popular literary weekend is returning for its seventh year. Newcastle Noir 2020 will be held at Newcastle City Library.
Some of the UK’s best-loved crime writers, many from the region, will be present alongside authors from more than a dozen other countries.
The full programme of speakers and guests will be announced soon but Northumbria University lecturer, Jacky Collins, Dr Noir, who has spear-headed the event since its launch, promises there will be something for every kind of crime fiction follower.
She said: “From the very beginning we have always wanted Newcastle Noir to be a local, national and international crime fiction event.
Wham Bam Author Jam provides opportunities for readers to meet and chat with a large number of authors from around New Zealand and Australia. Authors from all genres will be in attendance, signing books and meeting readers.
Come along to hear panellists Rosetta Allan,Stevan Eldred-Grigg and Kirsten McKenzie in conversation with chair Maebh Long. This event is supported by Poppies Bookshop with books for sale and signing.
What is genre, what does it matter, and to who? Where does crime end and horror begin? How do you balance romance and thrills in a romantic thriller? What's the difference between a young adult mystery and an adult crime novel with a teenage hero? And who decides, anyway? A quartet of Kiwi novelists whose acclaimed tales straddle the borderlands of different sections in our bookshops share their experiences and thoughts on juggling reader expectations and creative freedom.
Featuring Tina Shaw, Brynn Kelly, Kirsten McKenzie, Jude Knight, and Darise Bennington (chair).
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with the New Zealand Book Council and Auckland Libraries, invite Auckland booklovers to an event featuring four talented local crime writers.
Over the past century, crime writing has evolved from puzzle-like reading into modern novels delving deeply into people, places, and psychology. Still the world's most popular form of storytelling, crime fiction can take readers into all aspects of society, providing page-turning entertainment and memorable characters while also addressing real-life social issues.
2018 Ngaio Marsh Awards contenders John Ling, Kirsten McKenzie, and Gary Paul Stephenson will be joined by 2017 Ngaios finalist Simon Wyatt to discuss how they craft authentic characters and narrative tension, and the impact of setting on tales of crime and mystery. Auckland lawyer and Ngaio Marsh Awards judge Darise Bennington will play referee and prosecute the offenders.
WHEN: Thursday, 12 April 2018
WHERE: New Lynn War Memorial Library, 3 Memorial Drive
WHEN: 6.15 for a 6.30pm panel discussion
This is a free event.
RSVP: newlynn.library@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
John Ling is a West Auckland author who was born in Malaysia, and combines his East-West upbringing in his politically charged espionage thrillers. John is a USA Today bestselling author and his latest book REBELLION Is entered in the 2018 Ngaios.
Kirsten McKenzie is a former Customs Officer who battled international crime for years before leaving to run a family antiques shop. She has written three novels, including the #1 bestselling thriller PAINTED, which is entered in the 2018 Ngaios.
Massey author Gary Paul Stephenson travelled the world working for international companies for many years. His passion for the environment and interest in politics inspired his Charles Langham series of action-packed eco-thrillers. His latest novel THE ATLANTIC AFFAIR, is entered in the 2018 Ngaios.
Simon Wyatt is an ex West Auckland detective who wrote his THE STUDENT BODY while recovering from a life-threatening condition. The New Zealand Herald called his debut "a compelling tour through the mean and moneyed streets of West Auckland".
The Auckland Arts Festival White Night is a unique opportunity to see Auckland enlivened with a diverse range of arts activities.
For one night only, artists take over the city. Inspired by Nuit Blanche (Paris’s White Night), it’s a time for gathering friends and family under the night sky and stroll through your local neighbourhood to engage with well-known artists and artistic newbies. For free.
Kirsten McKenzie will be appearing with irreverent retro fiction author Andrene Low at Auckland's iconic Antique Alley, halfway down Dominion Road. Together Kirsten and Andrene will be holding live readings, and running Author Q&A's about their writing and publishing journeys.
We'd love to see you there. We'll be live from 6pm until nearly midnight...
Antique Alley, 240 Dominion Road, Mt Eden, Auckland 1024
