Meet the Author series

The ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃMeet the Author Series has captivated the Canberra community for nearly three decades now, drawing some of the biggest names in literature, history and current affairs.  Talks are regularly podcasted and .

Upcoming events

Australia, a history by Tony Abbott
20 Oct 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet the author - Tony Abbott

Tony Abbott will be in conversation with Chris Uhlmann on his new book…

The Mushroom Murders by Greg Haddrick
27 Oct 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet the author - Greg Haddrick

Award-winning author Greg Haddrick will be in conversation with Michael…

Just Saying by High Mackay book cover
3 Nov 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet the author - Hugh Mackay

Hugh Mackay will be in conversation with Alex Sloan on his new book Just Saying…

Sofie Laguna, The Underworld book cover
6 Nov 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet the author - Sofie Laguna

Miles Franklin award-winning author Sofie Laguna will be in conversation with…

MTA - Julianne Schultz
10 Nov 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet the author - Julianne Schultz

Julianne Schultz will be in conversation with Allan Behm on the updated edition…

Versailles Mirrored. The Power of Luxury, Louis XIV to Donald Trump
12 Nov 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet the author - Robert Wellington

Robert Wellington  will be in conversation with Mathew Trinca on Roberts…

Unapologetically by Ita
17 Nov 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Meet the author - Ita Buttrose

Ita Buttrose will be in conversation with Alex Sloan on her memoir…

Past events

4 Feb 2022, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

POSTPONED (TBC) - In conversation with Norman Swan

Norman Swan will be in conversation with Laura Tingle on Norman's new book, So…

2 Feb 2022, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

In conversation with Amy Remeikis

Listen to this ANU/Canberra Times Meet the Author conversation on the…

13 Dec 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

In conversation with Andrew Leigh

Listen to this ANU/Canberra Times Meet the Author conversation on the…

8 Dec 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

In conversation with Chris Hammer

Listen to this ANU/Canberra Times Meet the Author conversation on Experience…

1 Dec 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

In conversation with David Lindenmayer

David Lindenmayer will be in conversation, accompanied by a visual presentation…

21 Sep 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULE (TBC) - In conversation with Peter Doherty

Peter Doherty will be in conversation with Tracy Smart on Peter's new book, An…

13 Sep 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULE (TBC) - In conversation with Julian Cribb

Julian Cribb will be in conversation with Bob Douglas on Julian's new book,…

13 Sep 2021, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULE (TBC) - In conversation with Jock Zonfrillo

Indulge in a feast of words and fine food with celebrated MasterChef Judge Jock…

31 Aug 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULE (TBC) - In conversation with Gabrielle Chan

Gabrielle Chan will be in conversation with Genevieve Jacobs on Gabrielle's new…

25 Aug 2021, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

CANCELLED - In conversation with Richard Marles

Richard Marles will be in conversation with Rory Medcalf on Richard's new book…

23 Aug 2021, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

CANCELLED - In conversation with Gideon Haigh

Gideon Haigh and Frank Bongiorno will be in conversation on Gideon's new book,…

12 Aug 2021, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

CANCELLED - In conversation with Emma Shortis

Emma Shortis will be in conversation with Allan Behm on Emma' s new book Our…