Join us for a fascinating author talk with the award-winning fantasy writer Maria Linwood as she discusses her life, inspirations, and the fantastic journey from academia in Germany to writing her enchanting novel Mistress of Amber and Flame.

About the Book

The Mistress of the Ritual has been chosen.

Centuries ago, a kingdom was torn apart by old magik long forgotten. It caused a rift separating the lands into one of peace and one of torment.

Now, as the latest in the line of guardians, Tábalainthe has been chosen. She must be the one to banish the nightmares seeping over from Sàgilorc, their afflicted brother-world.

But as darkness begins to creep through the border, and sightings of the mysterious Frontierwalker become rampant, Tábala’s sheltered home is in grave danger.

With age-old secrets, dangerous missions and questions of loyalty afoot, Tábala must do everything in her power to protect her people.

She may soon discover that playing games of heart and rituals can be fatal.

About the Author

Maria Linwood is originally from Hamburg (Moin!). She has published one novel and two short stories in German.

Since she moved to Australia in 2022, she has been writing epic fantasy in English.

Maria holds a literature PhD; she enjoys being creative and is working on her skills with a paintbrush. Being outside - preferably in a mystic forest - is one of her favourite things. Maria loves being active on her bike or running - but most of all with her Brumby Nico.

About the Event

6pm – Arrival and light refreshments

6:15-7:15pm – Author talk