ACCLAIMED Australian author Garry Disher will be part of an exclusive event being held at the Wangaratta Library on Sunday, July 14.
Mr Disher, renowned for his gripping crime fiction, will engage audiences in a discussion centred around his latest novel, Sanctuary; a compelling standalone work delving into the lives of two women in hiding from dangerous men who are pursuing them.
Based in the Mornington Peninsula, he grew up in the midnorth of South Australia – a backdrop featured in his critically acclaimed
crime novels. He has captivated readers worldwide with his popular book series, including the Wyatt thrillers about a master thief, the Peninsula Crimes police procedurals, and the Hirsch series about rural police constable Paul Hirschhausen.
Mr Disher is a three-time winner of the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Novel (2007, 2010, 2021) and has over 50 titles to his name. His works span general fiction, children’s literature, young adult fiction and crime. He has consistently graced best-seller lists and garnered prestigious awards both locally and internationally, including Germany.
Mr Disher is also the recipient of a lifetime achievement award from the Australian Crime Writers Association.
This free event will be held on Sunday, July 14 at 10.30am but bookings are essential, as it promises to be highly popular, with tickets available at events.humanitix.com/host/wangaratta-library, or contact the library on 5721 2366 or library@wangaratta.vic.gov.au.
