Fremantle Press authors at the Festival of Fiction
The immensely popular Festival of Fiction returns for 2026 and we’re thrilled to have several Fremantle Press authors attending.
Running over two days, Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026, the festival will feature two theatres: one for Readers and one for Writers.
Tickets have unfortunately sold out, but you can join the waitlist here: Festival of Fiction 2026
Saturday 21 November
Weaving Stories from Truth: Cristy Burne (One Day Soon) in conversation with Kate Morton, Pip Williams and Sasha Wasley about books inspired by history.
What I Know Now: Chemutai Glasheen (I Am the Mau and Other Stories) in conversation with Christos Tsiolkas, David Whish-Wilson (Free World), Kate Forsyth and Toni Jordan about well-established authors learning from their mistakes.
Her Voice, Her Power: Olivia Muscat (Annie and Maeve Are Definitely Not Friends) joins Judi Morison, Natasha Lester and Tara Rae Moss in conversation with Carrie Cox about unforgettable female leads.
Step Into My World: Barb Hostalek (Worlds Within a World) in conversation with Holly Craig, Jumaana Abdu, Siang Lu and Sofie Laguna about books with an incredible sense of place.
Your Next Favourite Read – Special 1 Hour Session on both days: Rebecca Higgie (The Book of the After), Fiona Wilkes (I Remember Everything), Howard McKenzie-Murray (This Is Where We Say Goodbye).
Sunday 22 November (Deb Fitzpatrick (Tawny Trouble) acting as MC)
Sources of Inspiration: Katherine Allum (The Skeleton House) in conversation with Holden Sheppard (Invisible Boys), Monica McInerney, Nadine Cohen and Sofie Laguna on how much of fiction comes from real life.
Writing Diverse Characters: Em Readman (An Unexpected Party) in conversation with Melati Lum, Judi Morison and Olivia Muscat (Annie and Maeve Are Definitely Not Friends) on how to be a good ally in your storytelling.
What NOT to do as a Newbie Author: David Allan-Petale (Locust Summer) in conversation with Ali Watts, Fiona Inglis and Annette Barlow.
