“One of my friends regularly asks ‘'What are you reading at the moment?’' He assumes that I am reading, and will always continue to do so. I have the same assumption.”

Join lit legend David Hill as he explores what it means to read, who’s doing it, and why on earth anyone isn’t.

In this one-time only public lecture at the National Library of New Zealand in Te Whanganui-a-Tara, David will share his thoughts on reading as a pathway to compassion, self-reflection and happiness—all with the characteristic David Hill warmth and wit.

With an introduction from journalist and award-winning author Claire Mabey, the Read NZ Te Pou Muramura Pānui is a public lecture held at the National Library of New Zealand followed by a printed edition available in a small booklet. Current paid Read NZ members will receive a booklet free on the night, for others it’s available to purchase.

For teachers who use his books in class, this is an invaluable behind-the-scenes insight into the mind of one of Aotearoa NZ’s most celebrated storytellers.

For David’s fans, peers, and all literary afficionados—this event is not to be missed.

Entry is free, but RSVPing via Humanitix is essential to secure your seat.

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Read NZ Te Pou Muramura is a registered charity and the annual Pānui is an opportunity for a leader within the literary sphere to reflect and share their thoughts on reading and writing.

Entry is free
Te Puna Mātaruanga o Aotearoa Auditorium at the National Library of New Zealand
Bookings through Humanitix are essential
Join us for celebratory drinks and nibbles in the foyer afterwards
Printed copies of the Read NZ Te Pou Muramura David Hill Pānui will be provided to current individual members, with copies also available to purchase

Contact the host of Read NZ Te Pou Muramura annual pānui with David Hill