Sydney Philharmonia Choir Studio, Pier 4/5, Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
Shamini Flint, Sulari Gentill, Margaret Barbalet (facilitator)
Shamini Flint and Sulari Gentill both threw off the law for the uncertain, not-so-lucrative but so much more enjoyable life of writing about crime, among other subjects. They say they revel in their new vocations. But can you really take the lawyer out of the writer? They talk to Margaret Barbalet.
Shamini Flint (International)
Shamini Flint was a corporate lawyer before resigning to be a stay-at-home mum, writer, part-time lecturer and environmental activist. She is the author of the Inspector Singh Investigates series of crime novels. Shamini also writes children’s books with cultural and environmental themes including ‘The Seeds of Time’, an environmental fantasy, and ‘Ten’, a tale of growing up and football. Her latest children’s book is ‘Diary of a Soccer Star’.
Sulari Gentill set out to study astrophysics, ended up graduating in law and later abandoned her legal career to write books instead of contracts. ‘Chasing Odysseus’ is Sulari’s first young-adult novel, coming hot on the heels of her acclaimed debut adult historical crime novel, ‘A Few Right Thinking Men’, which was ‘The Age’s Pick of the Week and received many other glowing reviews. It will be followed by the sequel, ‘A Decline in Prophets’.
Margaret Barbalet has published children's books, history, poetry, short stories and four novels, the most recent being ‘The Presence of Angels’. A new novel is with her London agent. A former diplomat posted to Abu Dhabi from 2005 to 2008, she is completing a memoir about working in the Middle East. She lives in Sydney. margaretbarbalet.com
Sydney Theatre, Richard Wherrett Studio, 22 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay
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Sulari Gentill, Elizabeth Stead, Irina Dunn (facilitator)
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
Elizabeth Stead’s ‘The Sparrows of Edward Street’ recreates the tough life of battlers on the outskirts of Sydney post World War II, while Sulari Gentill’s ‘A Few Right Thinking Men’ explores the privileged life of wealthy artists in Woollahra who find themselves caught up in the radical right politics of the 1930s. Moderator: Irina Dunn.
Sulari Gentill (Australian)
Sulari Gentill set out to study astrophysics, ended up graduating in law and later abandoned her legal career to write books instead of contracts. ‘Chasing Odysseus’ is Sulari’s first young-adult novel, coming hot on the heels of her acclaimed debut adult historical crime novel, ‘A Few Right Thinking Men’, which was ‘The Age’s Pick of the Week and received many other glowing reviews. It will be followed by the sequel, ‘A Decline in Prophets’.
Also appearing at...
Once Were Lawyers
Elizabeth Stead (Australian)
Elizabeth Stead grew up in Sydney and spent time in a housing commission camp in the 1940s. Her fifth novel, ‘The Sparrows of Edward Street’, is based on this experience. The niece of acclaimed 20th-century novelist Christina Stead, Elizabeth describes her family as one of creativity and eccentricity bordering on minor madness. Elizabeth has acted, modelled, danced and sung, and supports all art forms. She has written several novels and short fiction and has also written for NIDA and radio.
Also appearing at...
Over Here
Irina Dunn (Australian)
Irina Dunn is director of the Australian Writers Network, which supports Australian writers and local publishing. Her book ‘The Writer’s Guide’ was described by ‘Australian Book Review’ as “a godsend for writers”. Irina is an experienced editor and writes opera and literary reviews for Sydney journals and newspapers.
PS: In case you were wondering, Parnell Hall really is a mystery author...it appears we writers have to multiskill.
Snowprint Bookstore
- Jindabyne Friday 28 May
Alison and I had a brilliant time. Jindabyne was a wonderful place for a shaky author to have her first instore signing. We met nothing but kindness and enthusiam.
Thank you Shaaron and the all staff of Snowprint Bookshop for your warmth and hospitality. We couldn't have felt more welcome. Thank you Eboshie restaurant for truly exquisite dining experience. And thank you to Gordon who presented me with his own handmade pen when mine ran out of ink. I have much to treasure from my event at Jindabyne.
Cellos Restaurant
- Sydney Tuesday 1 June
Despite a last minute vote of no confidence in my wardrobe, this turned out to be a magical night...the stuff launch-dreams are made of. The great people in my life were all there, and I met many others who were interesting and delightful and charming...not that my old friends aren't....you know what I mean.... My books sold out which is immensely flattering and touching, and a little surreal. Thank you to the Greens, who are Pantera Press, and who made this event and my book happen.
Between the Lines Bookstore
- Tumut Saturday 5 June
Brilliant event hosted by Between the Lines, and the wonderful Cheryl and Lesley. It was warm, and friendly and elegant - everything a country launch should be. Alison (Pantera) came down and met my friends and neighbours, not to mention my sons, whose hearts she won completely.
Artists on Parade - Tumbarumba Art Gallery
- Tumbarumba 6 June
A Few Right Thinking Men was launched in Tumbarumba at the gorgeous little gallery to which I often go for inspiration. I think Rowland Sinclair would have approved wholeheartedly of a launch in an art gallery. It was a lovely evening attended by many people who initially read this novel as a first draft manuscript.
Please feel free to email me on sularigentillATbordernetDOTcom if you'd like further details on any of these events.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at 8:25AM 
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