Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards
The Victorian Premier’s Literary Award for Young Adult Fiction shortlist has been released. In the frame are:
Justin D’Ath for Pool; Alyssa Brugman for Solo and Brigid Lowry for Tomorrow All Will Be Beautiful.
You can read the judges reports here.
And coincidentally, Brigid Lowry will be in Melbourne for writing workshops for the Centre for Youth Literature, including a free workshop for young people aged 12+. The workshop is on Saturday 30 August, 1pm - 3pm at the State Library of Victoria. There are limited places, so be quick! Bookings for the workshop can made via learning@slv.vic.gov.au
And finally, if you are interested in attending the Premier’s Literary Awards dinner, here’s all you need to know.
Time: Mon 1 September, 7pm
Venue: Zinc, at Federation Square
Master of ceremonies: Jennifer Byrne
Keynote speaker: Alice Pung
Cost: $130 full/$125 concession/$120 State Library of Victoria Foundation members
Bookings: 03 8664 7016 or bookings@slv.vic.gov.au by Mon 25 Aug
