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Book events and opportunities for writers calendar

Our calendar is full of book events and opportunities for writers organised by bookish groups throughout Aotearoa. Whether it’s a festival, book launch, award, grant, poetry reading or live storytelling event, never miss a book event or writers' opportunity in your community again!

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February

The 2023 Kāpiti Writers' Retreat

Immerse yourself in writing and conversation this summer. There’s something for everyone–whether you’re new to writing, an established writer, or somewhere in between.

The Kāpiti Writers’ Retreat is a three-day gathering for writers that encompasses intensive morning workshops and lively afternoon discussions led by leading writers from across Aotearoa – Catherine Chidgey, Coco Solid, Gem Wilder, Rebecca Priestley, Sinead Overbye and Therese Lloyd.

You'll find space to write, relax and engage with topics critical to your work.

Find out more here: https://writerspractice.nz/the-kapiti-writers-retreat/

March

Introduction to Writing for Self-Publishing

Do you want to write a book with the intention of having it self-published?Join Trudi Caffell for an introductory course of 6 weeks.