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2015 Australian Poetry Slam state final

See spoken word poets Abe Nouk and Ed Carlyon in action at the 2015 Australian Poetry Slam Victorian final.

11 Sep 2015 Duration: 04:03

Audio: Cath Crowley on writing for young adults

Author Cath Crowley talks about crafting her work and shares insights into her award-winning Young Adult book 'Graffiti moon'.

5 Dec 2012 Duration: 07:30

Audio: Morris Gleitzman on research at the State Library

Author Morris Gleitzman talks about his research into bushfires as part of his creative fellowship.

11 Aug 2010 Duration: 51:26

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