Louise Le Nay studied dramatic art at NIDA and has worked as an actor in films, TV and theatre, and as a TV writer and script editor. She has also taught professional writing and editing at various tertiary institutions. She lives with her husband in western Victoria.

Find out more about Louise and her new book Edenhope.

'A moving story about one woman’s unconditional love, the kindness of strangers, and what’s right as well as what’s wrong with the way we live now.’ - Amanda Lohrey, Miles Franklin Award-winning author of The Labyrinth.

Attendee price: $10 bookings essential, light refreshment provide. Tickets can also be purchased at the Library. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute.Collins Booksellers on Lydiard will handle booksales on the night.

Presented in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard.

This event takes place on Wadawurrung Country. The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work, learn and create. Always Was, Always Will Be, Aboriginal Land.