Join writer John Morrissey in conversation with award-winning author Declan Fry as they discuss Morrissey’s powerful debut novel.
Bird Deity, set on a distant yet familiar world, is a darkly satirical work of speculative fiction exploreing themes of empire, colonisation and the possibility of transformation.
John Morrissey is a Melbourne writer of Kalkadoon descent. He was the winner of the 2020 Indigenous Writers Mentorship and runner-up for the Nakata Brophy Prize in 2018.He is also a 2026 Warm Winter Read ambassador and brings a distinctive and thought-provoking voice to this compelling discussion. He will be joined by Declan Fry for an engaging conversation on storytelling and writing beyond colonial narratives.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from an exciting new First Nations author.
- Where: Port Melbourne Library, 333 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
- Cost: Free
- Bookings: online via Trybooking
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