Meet bestselling writer Debra Oswald as she reveals the epic century-long story of Betty, in her moving and funny new novel.

One Hundred Years of Betty tells the inspiring story of one woman’s lifetime, her joys and sorrows, battles and victories, set against the backdrop of changing world events and social upheavals.

We meet Betty on the eve of her 100th birthday party. She’s a strong, intelligent, and curious woman born at a time when women had to fight for recognition. Born into poverty in pre-war London, Betty grew up during the Blitz, and migrated to Australia. Betty’s story takes us to the frontlines of the anti-war protests and the women's liberation movement of the 1970s, to the AIDS crisis during the 1980s, and to eventually becoming a writer. In her 90s, Betty is still passionately engaged with the world.

Debra Oswald is a playwright, screenwriter and bestselling author. She was the creator and head writer of the hit TV series Offspring and is the author of bestselling novels including The Family Doctor. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear her live in conversation as she shares her own journey of writing this epic novel with us.