Join New Zealand author Kirsten McKenzie at Ryman Healthcare’s beautiful Logan Campbell Retirement Village for a fascinating talk on her author journey and the inspiration behind her books.
Kirsten McKenzie will be MC’ing the 2025 CHINA BOOKS OVERSEAS DISTRIBUTION & COPYRIGHT COOPERATION SEMINAR at the Cordis Hotel on 22 August 2025.
On a wintry August Sunday afternoon, come down to Caffeine and Book Dealers (formerly The Book Exchange), one of Auckland’s cutest bookshops, with the best cakes, for an exciting author panel, featuring Kirsten McKenzie, K.B.Brookes, Kirsty Roby and Pat Backley.
Join Kirsten McKenzie and fellow St Cuthbert’s College alumni Rachel Paris, Petra Geller, Sophie Lindsay, Caroline Barron, and current parent Emma Vere-Jones at the 5th Annual St Cuthbert’s College Literary Evening.
All ticket sales go directly towards the St Cuthbert's College Old Girls' Association Scholarship Fund.
Join me at the Logan Campbell Retirement Village Market Day. Buy signed copies of all my books.
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invite booklovers to this free event; a thrilling afternoon of criminally good korero with four talented Kiwi writers.
Bestselling horror and thriller writer Kirsten McKenzie will chair South Auckland police detective and private investigator turned kids' mystery writer Angus McLean, local true crime and historical mysteries author Terry Carson, and Waiuku cosy mystery writer Naomi Kuttner in a fun and fascinating korero on the art and craft of page-turning writing, creating memorable characters, and the impact of people and place.
9.30am-4pm, Saturday 26 April 2025.
Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton
Free entry.
Discover new and exciting reads
Buy books and have them signed by the author
Meet your favourite authors
Bestselling horror author Kirsten McKenzie will chair past Ngaios finalist and #1 internationally bestselling thriller writer Rose Carlyle, TV producer and debut novelist Andrea Hotere, TV writer-producer and #1 bestselling biographer Jude Dobson, and award-winning screenwriter and playwright Kathryn Burnett for a lively discussion about the art and craft of telling compelling stories.
The 4th Annual St Cuthbert’s College Literary Evening
Join me at the 4th Annual St Cuthbert's College Literary Evening on 2 August! This year's highlight is acclaimed Kiwi author of the Pony Club books Stacy Gregg, who will be sharing insights from her latest book and personal journey. Don't miss this inspiring event, perfect for parents and tweens.
Along with Stacy are panellists Anna Gowan, Donna Blaber, Geraldine Craw, Lisa Allen, Sophie van Waardenberg and our host this year, Caroline Barron.
All ticket sales benefit the St Cuthbert's College Old Girls' Association Scholarship Fund. Get your tickets now and support a great cause!
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling event featuring five talented local storytellers.
As crime and thriller writing has evolved from puzzle-like mysteries to books delving deeply into psychology, people and places, it has continued to be one of the world’s most popular forms of storytelling. What draws us to darker tales?
Browns Bay debut author and former Auckland detective Cristian Kelly joins 2023 Ngaios finalists Fiona Sussman (also a past Ngaios winner) and Simon Lendrum, and past Ngaios Best Kids/YA finalist Eileen Merriman, bestselling author of new adult thriller THE NIGHT SHE FELL, for a criminally good conversation about crafting compelling storylines and memorable characters, and the impact of place and real-life themes. Bestselling thriller author Kirsten McKenzie will keep the peace and prosecute the offenders.
WHEN: Wednesday 29 May 2024
WHERE: Takapuna Library, 9 The Strand
WHEN: 6pm for light refreshments, 6.30pm panel discussion
Entry: by koha.
RSVP: TakapunaEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling event featuring five talented Auckland storytellers.
As crime and thriller writing - fiction and non-fiction - has evolved from puzzle-like mysteries to books delving deeply into psychology, people and places, it has continued to be one of the world’s most popular forms of storytelling. What draws us to darker tales?
2023 Ngaios Best Non-Fiction winner Steve Braunias is joined by past Ngaios finalist Stephen Johnson, local artist and author Carne Maxwell, and Auckland policeman turned kids mystery writer Angus McLean for a criminally good conversation about crafting compelling storylines and memorable characters, and the impact of place and real-life themes. Bestselling author Kirsten McKenzie will keep the peace and prosecute the offenders.
WHEN: Wednesday 1 May 2024
WHERE: St Heliers Library, 32 St Heliers Bay Road
WHEN: 6pm for light refreshments, 6.30pm panel discussion
Free entry.
RSVP: StHeliersLibrary@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz or (09) 377 0209
9.30am-4pm, Saturday 27 April 2024.
Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton
Free entry.
Discover new and exciting reads
Buy books and have them signed by the author
Meet your favourite authors
Join us on the evening of Thursday 10 August in the Joan Holland Auditorium for an exhilarating evening as the St Cuthbert's College Old Girls' Association proudly presents the 3rd annual St Cuthbert's Literary Evening.
This year's event will be shining a spotlight on our accomplished Old Girls who have left an indelible mark in the realm of media. From newsprint to magazines, radio to cameras, these extraordinary women have harnessed their creativity to craft stories that captivate and inform.
While creativity is often associated with fiction authors, poets, and playwrights, we mustn't overlook the immense creativity that flows through the veins of journalists. These unsung heroes of storytelling possess the remarkable ability to craft compelling narratives that enlighten and engage. Through their work, they bridge gaps, challenge norms, and amplify the voices of the unheard.
Join us in celebrating the brilliance of panelists Savanah Tafau-Levy, Sara-Jane Elika, Nico Penny, Jenni Mortimer, Lisa Bates, and Amanda Eason. These exceptional women will share their experiences, insights, and remarkable journeys. Together, we will explore the power of media, the limitless potential of creative journalism, and the profound impact these Old Girls have had on society. The evening is not limited to the success of our alumni, student journalist Joyce Liu will also be appearing on stage, connecting our past to our present, and giving us a glimpse into the bright future ahead for our students.
The 3rd annual St Cuthbert's Literary Evening promises an evening of inspiration, enlightenment, and the celebration of the creative forces that shape our world.
Date: Thursday, 10 August
Time: 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Venue: Joan Holland Auditorium, St Cuthbert's College
Tickets: $25 adult, $15 student
Tucked away in the redeveloped Mews Precinct at 415 Remuera Road, is Auckland's newest independent bookstore - The Little Book Shop, an absolutely beautiful haven for book lovers.
The Little Book Shop have started a Winter Reading Series, and this week it is my turn to read, alongside the beautiful Tsitsi Mapepa, the scholar Gina Cole, and one of my dearest friends, Pip McKay.
Wine and delicious pastries are available, thanks to their local sponsors, and the event won't cost you anything, unless you decide to buy all the books. Which is encouraged!
I'll be reading from my latest time travel book Ithaca Bound, and copies will be available for purchase, and signing, there.
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling event featuring five talented Kiwi storytellers.
As crime and thriller writing has evolved from puzzle-like mysteries to books delving deeply into psychology, people and places, it has continued to be one of the world’s most popular forms of storytelling. What draws us to darker tales, both fictional and real?
Four-time Best Novel finalist Ben Sanders is joined by past Ngaios finalists Lizzie Harwood (Best First Novel) and Scott Bainbridge (Best Non-Fiction) and Waiheke Island author Nora West for discussion about crafting compelling storylines and memorable characters, and the impact of place and real-life themes. Bestselling author Kirsten McKenzie will keep the peace and prosecute the offenders.
Kirsten McKenzie launches her new book in Melba at 3.30pm on Saturday 20 May. The first book in her second time travel trilogy, Ithaca Bound, explores the repercussions of time travel and takes readers on a thrilling journey to Roman Britain, and back. Fans of her work and lovers of time travel fiction will enjoy this exciting new instalment with some familiar characters from her Old Curiosity Shop trilogy. Join her for readings and a glass of wine.
St Cuthbert's Old Girls' Association is hosting the second annual St Cuthbert’s Literary Evening to fundraise for the Old Girls' Association scholarship fund.
Featuring a panel of former St Cuthbert's alumni who have achieved literary success in fiction and non-fiction publishing, including Diane Levy, Sarah Tuck, Lindy Davis, Simone Nathan, Pamela Allen, and Cassandra Grodd.
WRITEFEST 2021 brings together an amazing group of tutors and wordsmiths under one roof to teach a broad range of skills over one super stimulating day.
If you're a fiction writer looking to improve your craft or a newer writer looking to learn & connect with other writers - this event is so for you.
St Cuthbert's Old Girls' Association is hosting a Literary Evening to fundraise for the Old Girls' Association scholarship fund. Featuring a panel of former St Cuthbert's students who have achieved literary success in fiction and non-fiction publishing, including Rose Carlyle, Renee Liang, Kirsten McKenzie, Caroline Barron, Julie Thomas, and Cybella Maffitt.
Finger food and cash bar (EFTPOS only) available, generously sponsored by Invivo Wines.
*All welcome and students from Year 11 and above only.
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Auckland Libraries, invites booklovers to a thrilling evening of criminally good discussion with five talented Auckland storytellers.
Kirsten McKenzie is appearing at Strange Goods Bookstore as part of the Auckland Writers Festival, in celebration of the iconic Karangahape Road, where odd photos of the street inspire short fictions. This is a free event supported by the Karangahape Road Business Association and Auckland Council.
Criminal Minds - 10 crime writers in 100 thrilling minutes. Covering a criminally large range of small town crime to international espionage and finishing with a sliver of paranormal tension, these ten authors represent some of New Zealand’s best crime writers, together under one roof.
Held in the beautiful Hamilton Gardens, Ages of Pages features dozens of New Zealand authors presenting their books, meeting readers, as well as selling and signing their books. A variety of genres are available including crime, romance, cozy mysteries, non-fiction, memoir, and more.
Books From Our Backyard is a book fair to bring together the fantastic scope of great writing produced in New Zealand and to connect local readers with locally written books. 15 November in Ponsonby, Auckland.
Kirsten McKenzie’s latest thriller, The Forger and the Thief, will be launched at Time Out Bookstore on the 4th November 2020, to coincide with the 54th anniversary of the Florentine floods which provide the setting for the gripping paranormal thriller.
Starting at 6pm, everyone is welcome. Please note that the steep staircase will provide an accessibility issue for some attendees. If this affects your attendance on the night, please email Kirsten directly, and alternative arrangements can be made.
Copies of all Kirsten’s books will be available for purchase on the night from Time Out Bookstore.
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Speed-date-an-author event Wham Bam Author Jam returns for a second year in Christchurch.
Featuring authors from around New Zealand and Australia, the event is growing in size and popularity.
Kirsten will be holding a workshop for authors covering how to market themselves and their book/s.
This hugely popular literary weekend is returning for its seventh year. Newcastle Noir 2020 will be held at Newcastle City Library.
Some of the UK’s best-loved crime writers, many from the region, will be present alongside authors from more than a dozen other countries.
The full programme of speakers and guests will be announced soon but Northumbria University lecturer, Jacky Collins, Dr Noir, who has spear-headed the event since its launch, promises there will be something for every kind of crime fiction follower.
She said: “From the very beginning we have always wanted Newcastle Noir to be a local, national and international crime fiction event.
Wham Bam Author Jam provides opportunities for readers to meet and chat with a large number of authors from around New Zealand and Australia. Authors from all genres will be in attendance, signing books and meeting readers.
Come along to hear panellists Rosetta Allan,Stevan Eldred-Grigg and Kirsten McKenzie in conversation with chair Maebh Long. This event is supported by Poppies Bookshop with books for sale and signing.
