ABOUT THE EVENT:

A timely debut novel from an exciting new voice in women's fiction about cancel culture and appearance versus reality.

On Wednesday 15th October at the Red Mill Distillery, Balmain, join Clare Stephens in conversation with Jessie Stephens.

Copies of The Worst Thing I've Ever Done will be available for purchase at the venue through Roaring Stories, with Stephens signing copies after the discussion.

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ABOUT THE VENUE

Red Mill is based in the historic White Bay Steelworks, just across from the inner-west icon, the White Bay Power Station. Red Mill makes small batches of high-quality Rum to age in a special barrel program, blended and bottled in their wonderful, industrial home. Visiting Red Mill is a chance to see the workings of an artisanal distillery, in the historic surrounds of this remarkable building. Refreshments available to purchase include wine, beer and a signature Red Mill cocktail. We look forward to welcoming you to this unique venue.

Attendees are asked to arrive at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Seating is unallocated – another reason to arrive early to secure an optimal spot.

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ABOUT THE BOOK

It's an ordinary Tuesday morning when Ruby Williams' name starts trending online.

She's uploaded an interview that has outraged journalist Felicity Cartwright, a social media personality who has built her profile by policing exactly what women are allowed to say and how they're allowed to say it. Ruby is at the centre of a brutal public shaming, watching on in horror as her reputation is torn apart.

At first Ruby thinks she can get on top of it if she can just explain herself better. But she soon realises she'll never be able to placate the tsunami of strangers baying for her blood.

The vitriol pouring in through her phone cracks open a visceral, personal shame from her past that she's refused to face. Because the worst thing Ruby's ever done is not defined by this interview, but by a single, chilling scream.

With skilful empathy, Clare Stephens holds a mirror to online personas versus actual lives, exploring what is truly important in a noise-ridden world competing for our attention.

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ABOUT CLARE STEPHENS

Clare Stephens is a Sydney-based podcaster, screenwriter, editor and digital content creator. She's the former editor-in-chief at Mamamia – Australia's largest independent women's network – and has produced some of the site's most viral content. Her writing has appeared in The Age, Sydney Morning Herald and Brisbane Times, and she publishes a weekly newsletter on Substack. She is also a writer and producer on the Binge series Strife—seasons 1 and 2. The Worst Thing I've Ever Done is her first novel.

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ABOUT JESSIE STEPHENS

Jessie Stephens is an author, podcaster and broadcaster.
She is the author of the internationally best-selling book Heartsick. In Australia, Heartsick was shortlisted for the ABIA non-fiction book of the year. Her second book, Something Bad is Going to Happen, was released in August 2023. She also worked as a writer and producer on the Binge series Strife.
Jessie is an executive editor at Mamamia, and co-hosts Mamamia Out Loud - an award-winning thrice weekly podcast that is among Australia’s most listened-to shows.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

Refunds

Please note that tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed due to extenuating circumstances. Refunds are not issued within 48 hours notice of event date. Humanitix fee is nonrefundable.

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This event is presented by Roaring Stories Bookshop Balmain.

With thanks to our venue partner Red Mill and Allen and Unwin.

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