The ocean, unlikely friendships and the powerful possibilities of MDMA. Two acclaimed authors talk getting back to nature in the face of grief and trauma in this soul-searching conversation.
Shortlisted for the Small Publishers’ Adult Book of the Year and the Matt Richell Award for New Writer of the Year at the 2024 ABIAs, Nadine Cohen’s funny and tender debut novel Everyone and Everything sees its protagonist find solace in surprising places, forming connections through daily visits to McIver’s Ladies Baths in Sydney’s Eastern suburbs. In Sassafras, renowned social researcher Rebecca Huntley chronicles her unconventional path to healing, including treatments with the party drug MDMA.
Please note that this venue is licensed and entry is for over 18’s only.
This venue is wheelchair accessible, but please visit our Accessibility page or email hello@bluemountainswritersfestival.com.au if you have any other accessibility requirements.
Blue Mountains Writers’ Festival will have Auslan interpreters available for the Festival and will schedule them into sessions on request. Please complete the Auslan request question at checkout.
Festival Ticket Information
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