Celebrate the literary talent in our community with a showcase of local authors as they share their latest releases.

This is a chance to discover local stories, meet the minds behind the books, and be inspired by their writing journeys.

In alphabetical order by book title:

Empty into Being by Sacharissa Evans

Empty into Being is a collection of short, insightful and direct Zen-inspired poems relating to our every day life struggles and joys. Simple, direct and yet gentle and calming. Where few words can say so much. An offering to a somewhat troubled world. Accompanied by original art.

About Sacharissa: Mature age surfer, poet, artist, nature lover and soul searcher. Spiritual grower. Gardener. Reader. Female. Grandmother. Mother.

Sacharissa is the daughter of Anna Hamilton, a noteworthy local ceramic artist of Bayview of the 1960s/70s and descended from writer Hugh McCrae. She was born on the Northern Beaches, after time away at college she returned to raise two sons in Narrabeen. She is writer of poetry, songs and prose for more than 25 years.

Books will be available for purchase and signing on the night from the authors. Some authors can only take cash payments.

Non-alcoholic refreshments.

Free, bookings required.

Enquiries: 8495 5028 or libraryprograms@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

Our Local Author Program celebrates creative talent from across the Northern Beaches and provides opportunities for independent and self-published authors, illustrators and speakers to share their work with local audiences.

Contact the host of Local Author Showcase