Join celebrated Australian Author
s Madeline Te Whiu and Megan White as they explore the powerful transforma
tion of leading ladies\, from passive damsels to bold\, complex heroines w
ho shape their own destinies. Moderated by the insightful Nattie Kate Maso
n\, this engaging discussion will dive into how modern storytelling is red
efining what it means to be a heroine.
Discover how today’s novels
are breaking stereotypes and challenging traditional character archetypes.
Explore the impact of strong female leads on readers of all ages. Hear be
hind-the-scenes insights from the authors themselves.
This panel pr
omises inspiration\, thought-provoking conversation\, and a celebration of
women in fiction. Let’s rewrite the story together—one strong heroine at
a time.
*Juliet Marillier &\; Stephen B. Platt will be signing c
opies of their books \;throughout Saturday and Sunday \;at the New
Dawn Publishing pop-up stall in the \;Hall of Stars (Agricultural Hal
l).
Individual tickets are $20 or admission is included with the Sunda
y Main-Stage Readers Festival Day Pass.