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Acclaimed children’s author Jacqueline Harvey joins us for a very special celebration of her most-loved kids books.
Please join us at the Crowne Plaza, Terrigal to enjoy a lively conversation with the internationally acclaimed and much-loved author, Alexander McCall Smith.
Best known for his highly popular series, The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, and having written over 100 other titles, we are excited to welcome Alexander to the Central Coast.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend time with this creator of heartwarming stories and literary legend.
This event is hosted by our friends at Words on the Waves and is a ticketed event . Tickets can be purchased at their website by clicking here.
Included in the ticket price is a luxurious Crowne Plaza high tea. Enjoy a selection of sweet and savoury bites accompanied by a glass of sparkling wine and your choice of tea from the Dilmah selection, barista-made coffee or hot chocolate. Dietary requirements can be catered for with gluten free, vegetarian and expecting mum’s variations on the classic high tea menu.
BOOK FACE Erina will be there on the day selling copies of Alexander’s books. We are excited to see you there!
Join us to chat with award-winning Brisbane author Kathy George in conversation about her new novel ‘The Scent of Oranges’.
Join us with Nikki Gemmell to discuss her latest work, ‘Wing’, a propulsive literary thriller about what it means to be a woman today, as a part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign.
Join internationally bestselling fantasy author Isobelle Carmody to hear about her latest YA novel, 'Comes the Night'.
Book now to meet author Jacqueline Bublitz as she discusses her new novel Leave the Girls Behind.
Courtney Collin will be visiting Port Macquarie to discuss her latest novel, ‘Bird’.
Benjamin Stevenson will be returning to the Gold Coast to discuss the latest instalment in the Ernest Cunningham Mystery series - 'Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret'.
Benjamin Stevenson returns to the Coast to discuss the latest instalment in the Ernest Cunningham Mystery series - 'Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret'.
Join us for what is sure to be an entertaining evening as this author and award-winning stand-up comedian sets the scene for Christmas this year. This event is a must for fans of 'Everyone on this Train is a suspect' and 'Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone', anyone looking for a good laugh or those who would like to know Benjamin keeps track of the numerous, original characters in his novels.
This is a free event hosted by Kincumber Library and all are welcome. RSVPs are essential - to reserve your seat, please visit the library’s website here.
This event will be Auslan interpreted.
BOOK FACE Erina will be at Kincumber Library on the night with copies available for purchase.
Join us for the launch of Tania Blanchard’s new book, An Undeniable Voice.
Benjamin Stevenson will be coming to Port Macquarie to discuss the latest instalment in the Ernest Cunningham Mystery series - 'Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret'.
Join us at BOOK FACE St Ives as we celebrate the launch of Worst Week Every! Sunday with Matt Cosgrove and Eva Amores.
This free, informal event will be full of book recommendations, literary discussion, and connection.
Meet Peter Fitzsimons for the launch of The Legend of Albert Jacka at BOOK FACE St Ives.
Join us online via Zoom at 10am, Thursday 31st October, as we discuss our book club pick, ‘The Ledge’ by Christian White.
Our book club is a free monthly event and all are welcome.
If you’d like to join in, send us an email at erina@bookfacestores.com.au for more details, or call the store on (02) 4365 5288.
Children’s author Rebecca Fung joins us for a launch event of Septopus. Get a free shark pen with your purchase of a book.
Friday, October 25, 2024
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
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In Store
Join us in store on Friday 25th October to discuss The Z Word by Lindsay King-Miller.
The Z Word is a propulsive, funny, emotional horror debut about a found family coming together to fight corporate greed, political corruption, gay drama, and zombies.
Our book club is a free event, occuring on the last Friday of each month.
For more information follow BOOK FACE Gungahlin on Facebook or chat with our staff in store.
Ashley Kalagian Blunt will be at Erina Library to discuss her chilling novel 'Dark Mode'.
You may have heard of the dark web, but what is it exactly, and is it dangerous? Hear from author Ashley Kalagian Blunt about her bestselling psychological thriller, Dark Mode, and the research she did after her personal information ended up posted for sale on the dark web.
Ashley will also talk about true crime obsessions and her research into the dark side of plants, including voodoo lilies, corpse flowers and rat-eating pitcher plants, and share tips on how we can all be safer online.
BOOK FACE Erina will be attending this event for those wishing to purchase a copy of 'Dark Mode'! There will be an opportunity for photos and book signing after the presentation.
Bookings are essential. Book online at https://tinyurl.com/5btvexzh , ask in any Central Coast library branch, or phone 02 4304 7650.
Children’s author Marcelle Moore joins us for a storytime session about a brave and cheeky lion named Scout.
Join us for an evening with Nardi Simpson, award-winning author of 'Song of the Crocodile', as she launches her new novel 'The Belburd'.
He’s back with his latest masterpiece Juice, a landmark story for our times about determination, survival, and the limits of the human spirit.
Escaping to find refuge and safety, a man and a child drive all night across a stony desert. Exhausted, traumatised, and desperate, they roll into an abandoned mine site as dawn breaks. Although a desolate wasteland, it’s the most promising place they’ve seen. But they’re not alone, and definitely not safe.
So begins a searing, propulsive journey of survival, and the challenge of maintaining human decency as everyone around you falls ever further into barbarism.
‘Juice is an epic journey, a wild ride through a nightmare of our own making. This is Tim Winton as you’ve never read him before.’ - Nikki Christer, Penguin Random House Australia
Don’t miss one of Australia’s favourite storytellers, live in conversation about the book and his award-winning career.
Seats are limited, so book yours now!
Attention aspiring young writers! Join us at BOOK FACE St Ives for a school holidays writing workshop!
Come celebrate Love Your Bookshop Day at BOOK FACE Gungahlin.
9.30am - 12pm - Author signing with Yasmine Walker (Empowered Women Empower Women)
9.45am - 12pm - Author Signing with Rachel COlombo (Winged Words)
10am - Story Time with author Tania McCartney in the kids section, followed by a signing and meet & greet
12pm-2pm - Meet the makers of Go Bum. Play a game of the cheeky card game in store and pick up a few decks for your friends
2pm - Authors Yenn Purkis (Awesome Autistic Guides) and Emma Batchelor (Now That I See You) in conversation, chatting about their books and signing copies
All Day - Visit our market stalls with local artists Akela Bones and Julia Ockert selling their art
And we have stacks of free stuff for you on the day.
To take home a limited edition personal penguin figurine, purchase 2 Penguin Random House titles.
For a free copy of Lucy Campbell’s crime fiction Lowbridge; tell a staff member that BOOK FACE Gungahlin is your favourite bookstore.
To go in the draw to win a book pack valued at over $300 simply purchase 2 items from any of our visiting authors/artists, or spend $100 in store.
For a free lucky dip surprise Come dressed up in book theme. Our staff will be dressed up in fancy dress for the entire day!
Free kids workshop: Meet & draw with the amazing Sami Bayly!
Friday September 27th 2024
6PM
In Store
Join us in store on Friday 27th September to discuss Prophet Song by Paul Lynch.
Our book club is a free event, occuring on the last Friday of each month.
For more information follow BOOK FACE Gungahlin on Facebook or chat with our staff in store.
Join us online via Zoom at 10am, Thursday 26th September, as we discuss our book club pick; ‘The Echoes’ by Evie Wyld
Our book club is a free monthly event and all are welcome.
If you’d like to join in, send us an email at erina@bookfacestores.com.au for more details, or call the store on (02) 4365 5288.
Join Jacqueline Harvey in-store for the launch of her brand new children’s picture book Kevin Saves the Show.
Join us online via Zoom at 10am, Thursday 29th July, as we discuss our book club pick; ‘All You Took From Me’ by Lisa Kenway.
Our book club is a free monthly event and all are welcome.
If you’d like to join in, send us an email at erina@bookfacestores.com.au for more details, or call the store on (02) 4365 5288.
Meet the international bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz.
Join us for a captivating author talk with the celebrated author behind the Tattooist Trilogy and Sisters under the Rising Sun. Delve into these gripping narratives of courage and survival during this enriching daytime event. Engage directly with the author, ask questions, and gain insights into the inspiration behind these powerful stories.
This event is hosted by Words on the Waves, and will be held at the Avoca Beach Surf Life Saving Club. Doors open at 10:30am with the event starting at 11am. Book signing to follow at the conclusion of conversation and audience Q&A.
This is a ticketed event - to purchase your tickets, please visit the Words on the Waves website here.
BOOK FACE Erina will have copies of Heather’s books available to purchase on the day. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join Dr Norman Swan live in conversation about his new book So You Want to Know What’s Good for Your Kids?.
We all want our kids to grow into happy, healthy adults, and their first 10 years count more than any other time. So what should we be doing to give them the best chance? Norman Swan replaces myths, half-truths and misconceptions with practical knowledge on topics that parents agonise about including sleep, diet, school refusal, screens, social media, what genetics determine and what you can and can't change, anxiety, ADHD and much more.
With a background in paediatrics and 30+ years monitoring and broadcasting the latest medical research, Dr Swan has unparalleled experience in delivering straight-talking, honest, unbiased, and common-sense health information. He knows what issues parents are worried about, drawing on the questions he hears time and again.
