Saturday 4 March – Friday 24 March
Open weekdays 10am – 2pm and
scheduled talks 4th, 5th, 7th, 11th, 15th and 18th March
At Raglan Old School Arts Centre, 5 Stewart St Raglan
Enter the magical world of reading as the Old School gallery space transforms into a pop-up bookshop showcasing Raglan’s talent.
Local authors, illustrators and publishers will have their books on display to browse and buy. There will also be readings, talks and opportunities to connect with the creators to discuss book, illustration and writing projects – theirs or your own. Different writers will take up residency during March for you to meet and learn about their creative journey.
Saturday 4 March Wanda Barker featuring her book ‘All her Dark Pretty Thoughts’ a gripping poetry novel asking us to consider whose truth prevails.
Sunday 5 March local chef and author Colin Chung and his book ‘Kana Vinaka’, a cook book offering practical knowledge and tasty island cuisine.
Tuesday 7 March, 6-8pm ‘Mokolife’ author Tracey Cooper will talk delving into the moko kauae practice of East Coast artist Joni Brooking.
Saturday 11 March Susan Flight with her book on art and crafts ‘Taking Flight’ .
Wednesday 15 March Dyana Wells, will talk about her semi autobiographical sailing trilogy- a woman’s search for meaning on an ocean wave
Saturday 18 March Bernadette Gavin with her book ‘By the light of the Moon’ a story that weaves the high seas sailing adventure and a journey of self discovery.
Also books for sale from local authors;
Lance King | Failing Well
Matt Kambric | Everest Rising
Latesha Randall | Abigail Knightly
Emma Galloway | My Darling Lemon Thyme
Rata Gordon | Second Person
Come along to the Raglan pop-up bookshop and show your support for our Whaingaroa local talent!
Open weekdays 10am – 2pm and
scheduled talks 4th, 5th, 7th, 11th, 15th and 18th March