Newcastle Writers Festival: This Writing Life
Hannah Kent, JP Pomare and Heather Rose
Hannah Kent, JP Pomare, and Heather Rose reflect on the realities of a life shaped by writing. They discuss building a career, navigating the publishing industry, and balancing creative work with family and everyday demands – offering candid insights into sustaining a writing life over the long term. What does it take to keep going when the work feels fragile?
Hosted by Kate Evans.
Event Information
- Date: This event was held on Saturday 28 March 2026
- Location: Newcastle Conservatorium of Music - Cnr Laman and Auckland Streets, Newcastle, 2300, NSW
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.