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Hobart LitFest – Sunday Program

Presented by Salamanca Arts Centre

Celebrate Hobart’s designation as a UNESCO City of Literature at Hobart LitFest!

Join us for a dynamic program showcasing Tasmania’s finest writers, with engaging panels, book launches, interactive workshops, and intimate readings. This is an incredible opportunity to connect with the literary talent that makes Hobart unique. The festival will culminate in an exciting Independent Book Fair, where you can discover and support local independent authors and publishers. Don’t miss out on this celebration of words, culture, and creativity in the heart of Tasmania.

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Sunday Program

Sunday 6^th April 2025 – 10:00AM
Sunday Ticket / Full Festival Ticket

Festival Hub Open
Welcome to the Hobart LitFest Hub – a cozy retreat for ticket holders! Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee as you unwind in a comfortable space designed for writer and readers alike. Whether you’re here to sit back with a good book, jot down your thoughts, or simply connect with fellow festivalgoers, our hub offers a perfect escape. Come in, recharge, and take a moment to enjoy the slightly quieter side of the festival.

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Sunday 6^th April 2025 – 12:30PM
Sunday Ticket / Full Festival Ticket

Creating Book Merch: Art and the Crowdfunding Author
Festival goers will be guided through how to create your own unique book merch using DIY craft, local resources, and creative partnerships to create extra value for your crowdfunding campaigns. The presenter, Tansy Rayner Roberts, will discuss her own experiences and take you through ways to boost book sales using art & craft in the digital age.

About the Presenter

Tansy Rayner Roberts (also writing as Livia Day) is a Tasmanian indie author with more than 25 years writing and publishing experience. She has won multiple awards including two Hugos,and was the co-host of two popular podcasts: Galactic Suburbia, and Verity. Tansy has run five successful crowdfunding campaigns and assisted on several more. You can find her as @tansyrr on Patreon, Insta, Bluesky and Threads.

Find Tansy on instagram here

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Sunday 6^th April 2025 – 1:45PM
Sunday Ticket / Festival Ticket

Tassie Fireside Chat – From Page To Screen with Belinda Bradley & Franz Docherty

Join us for From Page to Screen with screenwriters Belinda Bradley & Franz Docherty as they share the process of crafting a screenplay and bringing it to life on film. Get an insider’s look at what it truly takes to transform a written script into a dynamic film, with Belinda and Franz exploring the journey from the page to the screen. Whether you’re an aspiring screenwriter, filmmaker, or film enthusiast, this event will offer valuable lessons and insider knowledge on the magic of storytelling for the screen.

About the writers
Belinda Bradley and Franz Docherty are award-winning creators, writers, and producers based in Hobart. They work across multiple platforms including television, film, and theatre, and have worked as freelance producers for ABC Radio National. They are co-creators and writers on their original six-part mystery drama series Savage River, produced with Aquarius Films and the ABC which premiered on the ABC and ABC iview in 2022, and is on Paramount Plus in the UK. Find out more about Belinda and Franz here.

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• Sunday 6^th April 2025 – 2:45PM
• Sunday Ticket / Full Festival Ticket

Tassie Fireside Chat – Get Published, Tasmania!
Produced by Forty South Tasmania & Island Magazine

Tasmania is producing some of the finest writing in the country, supported by a diverse and growing publishing industry. Join Island’s Jane Rawson and Forty South’s Rayne Allinson and Lucinda Sharp for a deep dive into what these publishing outlets are looking for, and how to kick-start your publishing career here in Tasmania.

About the Presenters

Dr Rayne Allinson
Dr Rayne Allinson received her BA and MA at the University of Melbourne and her DPhil in History at the University of Oxford. She is the author of A Monarchy of Letters: Royal Correspondence and English Diplomacy in the Reign of Elizabeth I(Palgrave Macmillan, 2012). After a long career in academia, she is now Assistant Publisher at Forty South Publishing, a board member of TasWriters, and a bookseller at Fullers Bookshop where she runs the Reading Group.

Lucinda Sharp
Lucinda danced with The Australian Ballet from 1974 to 1984 and, after her performance career, became a rehearsal director/teacher for several regional dance companies. She then studied at the University of Western Australia, graduating in 1999 with a master’s degree in clinical psychology. On completion of her studies, Lucinda worked as a psychologist in the performing arts for the Australian Ballet School, the Australian Ballet company, the Australian National Academy of Music and in private practice. In 2012 Lucinda and her husband, Chris Champion, moved to Hobart where they own and operate Forty South Publishing, the largest Tasmanian book publisher and publishers of the iconic Forty South Tasmania (print and online magazine).

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Sunday 6^th April 2025 – 4:00PM
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Hobart as a UNESCO City of Literature: What It Means for Tasmania
Join us for an exciting panel event on Hobart as a UNESCO City of Literature: What It Means for Tasmania’s Future. This forward-looking discussion will explore the transformative potential of Hobart’s UNESCO recognition, focusing on how it will shape the state’s literary and cultural landscape in the years ahead. Local authors and experts will discuss the opportunities for growth in the local literary scene, fostering collaborations, and nurturing a new generation of writers and creatives. Don’t miss this chance to hear how Hobart’s designation is paving the way for a brighter, more dynamic cultural future for Tasmania.

About the Presenters

Dr Rayne Allinson
Dr Rayne Allinson received her BA and MA at the University of Melbourne and her DPhil in History at the University of Oxford. She is the author of A Monarchy of Letters: Royal Correspondence and English Diplomacy in the Reign of Elizabeth I(Palgrave Macmillan, 2012). After a long career in academia, she is now Assistant Publisher at Forty South Publishing, a board member of TasWriters, and a bookseller at Fullers Bookshop where she runs the Reading Group.

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Sunday 6^th April 2025 – 5:00PM
Sunday Ticket / Full Festival Ticket

LitFest Networking Event
Join us at the Hobart LitFest Festival Hub for an exclusive networking event! Connect with fellow book lovers, authors, and industry professionals in a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere. Enjoy a complimentary drink upon entry as you mingle and share your passion for literature. This is the perfect opportunity to make new connections, exchange ideas, and be part of a vibrant literary community. Don’t miss out on this exciting event – where creativity and conversation flow!

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Our Sponsors

Salamanca Art Centre’s Hobart LitFest is supported by the City of Hobart’s Event Grants Program.

We would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support.