Special Interest Talks
Upcoming events
Rosemary Gattuso
Thursday 7 November, 2pm to 3.30pm
Mawson Lakes Library
In this author talk, Rosemary Gattuso, a seasoned family court mediator, will share insights from her extensive experience in observing how people manage adversity. Rosemary will guide the audience in turning overthinking, a potential hindrance, into an empowering asset for growth.
Book signings followed by light refreshments available on the day.
More information and ticket bookings here.
Tricia Stringer - 'Head for the Hills'
Wednesday 13 November, 2pm to 3pm
Salisbury Community Hub
Light refreshments included. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Join us as we welcome bestselling author Tricia Stringer to the Salisbury Community Hub as she discusses her latest novel ‘Head for the hills’
A thoughtful, charming, and sensitive story about siblings supporting each other through thick and thin.
Margot and her sister Roslyn have lived side by side in a little town in the Adelaide Hills most of their lives, supporting each other through thick and thin.
Then their neighbour Gunter dies. Surprisingly, his will asks that his house and vineyard be sold, and that Roslyn donate the money to a charity of her choice. When a developer wants to buy the land and create a hotel just over Margot's fence, Margot is outraged and decides to stand for Mayor and fight the development. But Roslyn feels differently. Her awareness of family violence and homelessness is sparked by the arrival in town of a young pregnant woman, who is escaping abuse and sleeping in her car. Determined to do some good, Roslyn supports the sale - she has found her charitable cause and the money will go to the homeless.
Suddenly the sisters are on opposite sides of the fence, literally and figuratively. As the row heats up, their local community is divided between those pro-development and those against, and battle lines are drawn, neighbours eyeing each other angrily either side. As vandalism erupts, bitter words are hurled, and pots are stirred. Will the town - and the sisters - ever recover their community spirit? Will anything ever be the same again?
Gentle humour, practical wisdom and trademark warmth underpin this clever novel from a bestselling Australian author.
Book your ticket.
Salisbury Author Series: Rebecca Sullivan - 'A Conscious Home and Garden'
Saturday 30 November, 11am to 12pm
Burton Community Hub
We’re excited to welcome award-winning author and sustainability advocate Rebecca Sullivan to the Burton Community Hub for our latest Salisbury Author Series event this November!
Rebecca will discuss her ten books covering topics of sustainability, cooking, and self-sufficiency. She’ll explore how living frugally—like our grandparents—doesn’t mean being stingy, but rather being resourceful and resilient. Discover practical ways to embrace sustainability in your daily life, from thoughtful home practices to creating more eco-friendly outdoor spaces.
Purchase popular titles on the day and have them signed by Rebecca herself. Light refreshments will be provided.
An Afternoon with Darry Fraser - Official Australian Book Launch
Wednesday 4 December, 2pm to 3pm
Salisbury Community Hub
Be part of a national literary moment as we proudly host the exclusive Australian launch of Darry Fraser's latest novel, The Night on the Darling River, at the Salisbury Community Hub. This event is a significant milestone for the Salisbury Library Service, and we’re excited to welcome the best-selling author in person.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of 1890s Australia, this captivating historical adventure tells the story of one woman’s journey of survival and rediscovery. Don’t miss the chance to meet Darry, purchase a copy of her new release, and have it signed on the day.
Light refreshments will be provided.
