Melbourne 2025

National and State award winning author: Aboriginal studies, maritime and goldfields. Visit the 'Adventures' series - defining moments for our nation. Read real-life events in 'Woman' - who found her voice against the odds. Bushrangers, Anzac & more.

Alaska Walters is an Australian author, whose writing spans across adult, young adult fiction and non fiction for aspiring authors

Teneille Douglas, a Gold Coast-based children’s entertainer and passionate marine advocate, recently released Aussie Shores and Ocean Chores, a delightful rhyming children’s book. The story follows Mermaid Aquarius and her ocean friends as they work together to clean up their underwater home. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant coastal settings, the book delivers an uplifting environmental message, encouraging young readers to care for the ocean through kindness, teamwork, and simple, eco-friendly actions

Tasmanian author weaving romance, fantasy, thrillers & mystery into page-turning tales. Self-published storyteller, wife, and mum of two. Always chasing magic between the margins.

Alison Mullen is the author of the children's picture books, The Rabbit Trail and The Brave Little Sleeper. She lives in Geelong, Victoria, and uses her life experiences to create heartfelt, relatable stories for children and families worldwide.

Alison writes historical romances and short stories set in England and Australia and across different periods of history. She also writes historical mysteries as A.M. Stuart. Her Harriet Gordon mysteries are set in Singapore in 1910

Alyce Elmore is best known for her speculative fiction which combines fantasy and science fiction in order to examine human nature.

Amanda Maynard-Schubert is the international award-winning author of 'In the Whispers of the Trees'. Specialising in YA Fantasy, Amanda has been featured in several publications ranging from romance to inspirational, but fantasy is her true passion!

Amra Pajalić is an award-winning Australian author, educator, and indie publisher who draws on her Bosnian cultural heritage. Known for crafting compelling stories that blend heart, humour, and heritage her work explores identity and belonging.

Arabella Rosier is a 28-year-old TikTok sensation and Award Winning author of the YA Silver Valley Trilogy. Arabella has a fierce passion for books and pop culture. Her journey spans from writing to making book nooks of her favourite books and shows.

Ash Tough was born in Brisbane and spent most of her childhood on the Gold Coast, where her lifelong love of reading—and especially fantasy—first took root. After several years living in Brisbane, Ash has recently returned to the Gold Coast.

Athena and Marly are a creative duo from Gisborne, New Zealand. Athena writes cozy science fantasy and illustrates books for dozens of international authors and book boxes.

Belinda Crawford is a Australian author of science fiction and fantasy for readers who like their stories action-packed, with diverse characters, butt-kicking heroines and complex worlds.

I'm an author who transforms her experiences with neurodiversity into powerful narratives. Through novels, short stories, and picture books, I craft authentic tales that explore identity, disability, and sexuality, that challenge and comfort readers.

Bianca Edgar’s journey into publishing took an unexpected turn when she fell victim to a fraudulent and vanity publisher. This experience has strengthened her resolve to educate the next generation about online safety with her first picture book.

Blake Polden lives in Tasmania, Australia—a land of wild beauty and quiet magic. Once a keen traveller, he now explores imaginary worlds from home, accompanied by his dog Kip, his favourite humans, and far too many empty coffee cups.

Author of Horror, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Caroline Angel is an award winning, top selling author from Rural Victoria

Melbourne native and resident chaos demon with one of those last names most people can't pronounce (it's Andre-oochi). I'm a multi-genre author who likes to keep people on their toes with a new hair colour every other month and spicy, chaotic romance.

Cat Sirota moved to Middle Earth (known informally as New Zealand) at the age of 12. The moody, romantic landscape inspired her passion for fantasy novels and would go on to shape her own fiction writing, setting the scene for lush worldbuilding.

Through daily rituals, words of empowerment, and affirming quotes, Cecilia hopes to support and inspire you to live your dream life filled with moments of reflection, self-discovery, and love.

Chloe Willowfield adores all things historical romance. She has long been fascinated by how people lived in the past. When she's not writing, you'll find her enjoying musicals, visiting local cafes or maybe even going on a hike.

Chris Masterton and Steven Dutch are a collaborative writing duo specializing in speculative fiction. Their shared passion for exploring the unknown and reimagining the world has resulted in a unique blend of imaginative storytelling.

Chuck McKenzie was born in 1970 and is a multiple award-nominated author of science fiction, horror, and stupid cat-related stuff. He hopes to one day be described by his neighbours as having 'seemed like such a nice man'.

Currycheesecake is a self-published graphic novel artist, anime-style illustrator and zine maker that uses the visual and written mediums to tell a story with a focus on world building and narrative, often with colourful and vibrant illustrations.

Working mainly as an actor and director Dave Dawkins has also published half a dozen short stories over the years under the nom de plume D. Harrigon. He has lived in Australia, UK, China and America, travelling the world at every opportunity.

Damien J. Coluccio is an Australian epic fantasy author from the South Coast, NSW. Inspired by the greats of Ancient Mediterranean literature and mythology, The Wine-Dark Saga is his debut fantasy series.

Danielle is a lover of fantasy, fairytales and sweet romance. She has published several books including The Mystica Trilogy, The Princess and the Fawn and her new novella Spring Rain.

For over two decades, I have worked in the Australian emergency services, serving the Western Australian and Victorian communities. Married with three outgoing children. First book with more to come…

Delilah Waan is a literal bookworm who alphabetically devours her way through the shelves at her local library. Her preferred diet consists of fantasy epics packed with complex intrigue, moral ambiguity, and tragic ends. She lives in Sydney.

Dragyn is a Melbournian Author with a flair for immersive worldbuilding and storytelling. In his debut series, Harbingers of Ragnarok, Dragyn retells the stories of Norse Mythology, leading up to Ragnarok, from a new light.

Elisiva is a Polynesian Australian indie author from Sydney. She loved books since she first delved into the magical worlds of Harry Potter and Narnia. Since then, she's never been able to stop dreaming up new worlds and characters.

E.J. Campbell is an Aussie who lives in Melbourne. She writes dark, irreverent why choose romance; stories filled with red flag harems, all of the heat, and none of the hard choices.

Elise is a restless adventurer and passionate educator, with an endless list of 'what if?' questions to explore in epic fantasy and SciFi-Fantasy. They write neurodiverse, queer-led adventures for those who may age, but will never get old.

Elisse lives on the unceded land of the Kulin Nation in Australia. She has become the cat lady everybody promised she could be; her next goal is swamp hag.

Ella McLaughlin was born in Brisbane, Australia, and now lives on the beautiful Central Coast of NSW. She writes contemporary romance with a holiday theme and a dose of sunshine.

She combines the two things she loves, travel and writing.

Emmie is an award winning author with four books under her belt and several more coming soon. Her books focus on working through drama while enduring high stakes adventures. When she isn't writing, she is teaching and spending time with her son.

Everleigh Miles writes messy, magical, and occasionally kinky characters while wrangling pets, family, and plotlines in coastal Australia. She lives near top wineries, which may or may not fuel her stories (and wine habit).

A small aboriginal boy placed in an orphanage in the dead of night sets off a fifty year journey of trauma, tragedy and triumph.

Melbourne based author of paranormal fantasy, sapphic fantasy and gothic horror

I am H.G. Ahedi, writer of the award winning science fiction series Realm. I dabble a bit with crime fiction too. I am the owner of the most vacant apartment in Sydney and I love a good Australian coffee :D

Harley Jane Rose is an adult fantasy author who enjoys bringing the light and dark of human experience to her stories, which are sure to make you fall in love, laugh, cry, and scream.

Hayley Price is a Kiwi author who currently lives in Canberra, Australia, with her long-time partner and a bossy cat. She writes sapphic fantasy adventure novels

Hope Swan, an emerging voice in young adult fantasy fiction, hails from the vibrant landscapes of South Australia. Hope’s debut novel, ‘Oz,’ quickly gained a following, establishing her as a fresh and imaginative author.

A horror fan since childhood, Ian embraces his inner geek with pride, his dedication displayed in the intimidating collection of horror novels and video games that threaten to take over his living space.

Imogen Elvis is an indie author and avid book lover who owns far more books than she has shelves to put them on. She loves all things fantasy, sci-fi. When she’s not writing, Imogen can be found wrangling yarn and hoarding blank notebooks.

Isabelle MacDowall is a Melbourne writer drawn to messy love, quiet rebellions, and hidden magic. Her debut, Unravelled, is a romantic fantasy about memory and connection. She lives with two snack-thieving sausage dogs and a love of strong coffee.

Ivana is an indie author of fantasy and YA books. She is also the CEO and Founder of Books Fair Australia. Ivana worked in multi-national publishing companies for eleven years. In her spare time Ivana loves playing board games and fencing.

JC Rycroft is an award-winning queer fantasy author living and writing on unceded Wadawurrung land. Their work draws on epic fantasy tropes, with queer romance, flawed but fabulous feminist heroes, and philosophical concepts brought to life.

J.J. Fryer has loved the fantasy world from an early age. Being diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and ASD, he felt like he belonged in that world. His Upper MG series, Beneath the Surface, will wrap up in 2026.

Jake is a YA Fantasy Author, who explores queer characters journeys to self discovery and acceptance, all backed against fantastical worlds filled with monsters and magic.

JJ Carpenter is a Graveside Press author, lover of all things creepy, and total history nerd. She writes Australian historical horror, bringing real Aussie history to life through fictional ghost stories.

JMVoss is an Aurealis Award winning speculative fiction author based in Melbourne.

JP lives in Sydney focusing on primarily publishing Sci-fi adventure novels, with poetic prose. On the side he co-writes erotic novella's under the pen name Tay Cueruff.

Jade May is a Sydney-based romance author who writes steamy, emotionally charged love stories with a touch of kink. A marketer by day and writer by night, her debut Tempted by Eden was a 2023 ARRA finalist. She’s also a proud disability advocate.

Jennifer is an Australian author of children's picture storybooks. Jennifer's passionate about language and its play to paint pictures through words. Artist, Nicole Eykman has provided the luscious images to accompany the charming tales.

Jess McFarlane wrote her first novel within a beat-up notebook when she was 14. She grew up on Bundjalung Country but currently lives on Yorta Yorta Country with her husband, Alec & their German Shepherd, Sam.

Jonathan Weiss is an Independent Sci-Fantasy author from Wollongong, NSW. His books are set in a sandstorm of fantasy and sci-fi, producing truly unique stories that grip to the very last page.

K.J. Johnson is a fantasy and romance author who writes about head strong heroines and morally grey men.

K.M an Australian indie author with a passion for fantasy novels. She love stories about fae, magic, incredible lands of unending possibility and steamy, slow-burn tales with fated mates, morally grey love interests and enemies-to-lovers tropes.

Karen Martin is an award-winning author. Her novels blend Greek mythology, research and imagination in telling (almost true) stories.

Kate Cypress is a young Australian author who enjoys creating stories full of fantasy and adventure for children and teens. Check out her magical animal series Griffins and her steampunk mystery series Phillipa!

Kate J. Armstrong is the internationally bestselling author of the YA fantasy NIGHTBIRDS and its sequel, FYREBIRDS. She’s also the host of The Exploress, a popular history podcast about women of the past.

Kelly Wilson has 5 current publications in thriller, YA and children’s books. Kelly
works as an author, educator and public speaker in schools and community events.

Kieran is a Cartoon and Comic Book artist whose passion for art and illustration began when he was a child. Prior to fully embracing his comic career, Kieran was an amateur artist. This experience helped him to create Halftone Productions, and its s

Award-winning, best-selling poet, author of the poetry books Love & Fck Poems, Just Give Me The Pills, She’s Not Normal, and the short story collection The Mother Must Die. Opinion writing, published globally.

L.L. Hunter is an Australian Indie author who has published over 50 books to date. She loves good wine, animals and true crime documentaries.

L.R Meadows is a 'more than a little bit naughty' spicy romance author who shares her written worlds of deliciously sexy, strong characters with plenty of spice, swoon and tension.

Lauren is an adult fantasy author with a soft spot for strong, adult FMCs; found families; and characters that take up residence in your heart space. Alongside that, she's all for the epic, slow burn, open door romance.

Leisa Fail author of The Adventures of Stormy Normy series, is a children’s author based on the Sunshine Coast. Her heartfelt stories explore friendship, resilience, and belonging, inspired by the landscapes of Queensland and her love for animals.

Leisl is a tall redhead with a love for singing, skiing, reading and flights of fancy. She writes emotional stories mixed with mystery and a little bit of what goes bump in the night.

Llewtnac is an award-winning author and multi-award winning narrator of fantasy and sci-fi. Made popular by his online character Gentleman Leu, Leu strives to subvert expectations of trope and genre and bring readers something fresh.

Liam Adams is a 24 year old writer of comedic science fiction and fantasy who lives with Autism and intellectual disability. Liam has written and self published 8 novels, edited for spelling and grammar by his mum, which he sells in runs of 200.

Lili Wilkinson is the award-winning author of more than twenty books for young people, including A Hunger of Thorns, which won the Victorian Premier’s Literary Award, and was a CBCA Honour Book. Lili has a PhD from the University of Melbourne, and is a passionate advocate for YA and the young people who read it.

Lincoln Law began writing books at the age of 13 after a writing task for English class got out of hand.
In the intervening years, he has written no less than 30 books.
He lives in Melbourne.

Lisa M. Matlin is a thriller author from Melbourne. Her debut, The Stranger Upstairs, was a Popsugar Best Book of the Year, and a Book of the Month pick.

Her second thriller, The Only One Who Knows, is out late 2025 with Penguin Bantam books.

Lisa-Maree Patterson has always been captivated by the magic of Scotland. Her debut novel, Skye, the first book in the Caledonian Series. Her work blends the enchantment of Scotland’s landscapes with unforgettable characters and thrilling narratives.

Loren Tuxford is the author of The Nightfall Series, an epic fantasy tale of magic, secrets, lies & love. Along with writing about grey morals and complicated dragons, she enjoys stargazing, wild places, and sharing the world within her imagination.

M.A.Batten is an award-winning author of fantasy, scifi, dark fiction and twisted horror. As he writes, a hedgehog called Camden sits on his desk.

Anne Mallia and her debut children’s picture book MACKIE is pure delight. It centers around her own dog MACKIE - a gorgeous kelpie puppy. MACKIE is more than just a pet. Anne started her career as a kindergarten teacher.

MG Hunt is a fantasy author, based in Melbourne/Naarm, Australia.
Her debut novel Still Waters Run Deep is a tale of elemental magic and mystery, drawing readers into a richly imagined universe filled with vivid characters and captivating adventures

Born in France, Marie Gin grew up across continents before discovering her love of writing in Paris at 11. Now based in Australia, she began The Stone of Four Fires at 15 and is finally bringing the four-book fantasy series to life.

Maddie is an Australian author who has been reading and writing from a very young age. She is particularly invested in complex characters, healthy relationships, and well-written female protagonists.

My name is Manuel Bouw. I’m the creator of Spell Kitty, a magical kitten from London and the lead character in her own all-ages comic book series and 2 graphic novels; Spell Kitty First Flight, and Giant Sized Spell Kitty.

Matthew Cirson is a part-time author with a full-time curiosity for the strange, the dark, and the unknown. His writing leans into the shadows of sci-fi horror, where isolation, dread, and psychological tension collide.

An award-winning author and filmmaker of Chinese descent, Melanie writes inspiring, fast paced YA fantasy adventures. She has written and produced films that have screened on Netflix, as well as a web series that won a student Emmy.

Melinda resides on the sunny Gold Coast and in her spare time writes dark romance novels from her little Bookshop Ivy and Ink.