Join Stella for a FREE one-day literary educational event, where secondary school students can hear directly from critically acclaimed women and non-binary authors as they discuss their books, writing processes, inspirations and careers.

These sessions offer a unique opportunity for students to deepen their literary understanding, explore future possibilities, and connect with the ideas at the forefront of contemporary Australian literature.

Each talk includes:

· Author in conversation with moderator, and book readings

· Insights into writing and related careers and pathways

· Open forums for students to ask questions and engage in discussion

· Critical conversations about the themes, characters and stories in Stella-listed titles.

This event will be suitable for highschoolers of all age groups, with a particular focus on years 9-10. Story Sessions is a FREE, high-value excursion that encourages analytical reading and critical thinking, supporting English assessment work at many year levels, for students of all backgrounds.

This event includes FREE book packs for teachers to take back to their school libraries. Each pack contains a showbag of books from the featured Stellalisted authors, plus additional resources and material.

Bookings must be made on behalf of students by a teacher. Students must be accompanied and supervised by their teacher, who will be asked to show school photo ID upon arrival.

This event is supported by James N. Kirby Foundation, and The University of Sydney.

Stella Schools is proudly supported by the Hansen Little Foundation, and Krystyna Campbell-Pretty and Family.

Contact the host of Stella Schools Story Sessions Sydney