By Kylie Howard, Events Officer, Editors Victoria
Beloved by readers across the world, Graeme Simsion is the bestselling author of 13 books, most notably The Rosie Project series, which has sold over 6 million copies in 42 languages. So, it was with much excitement that we welcomed Graeme to speak at our 2024 end-of-year event at The Moat Café and Restaurant in Melbourne. He was joined by his partner and co-author, Anne Buist.
With a glass of wine in hand, Graeme entertained the rapt audience with stories about his experiences with editors – “the good, the bad, the infuriating, the inspiring and the truly strange”. The pictures taken by photographer Brian Ellwood capture the crowd’s delight.
Throughout the evening, there were giveaways including a signed copy of Graeme and Anne’s latest book, The glass house; a T2 tea and books set donated by our Editors Victoria secretary, Donald Ritchie; and book bundles donated by our communications officer, Cecile Shanahan. (Many thanks to the following publishers who provided the books to Cecile: UQP, Thames & Hudson, Hardie Grant Explore, Fremantle Press, Allen & Unwin and HarperCollins.) Graeme joined in the prize-giving fun by handing out copies of his books – all of which he personally addressed and signed – to thrilled guests.
Graeme proved a popular drawcard to members and non-members alike, including a few Writers Victoria members who were able to take advantage of the new reciprocal benefits.
A huge thanks to Graeme, Anne and our photographer, Brian, as well as my committee colleagues who helped make the evening successful.
Above: Margaret Trudgeon, Kylie Howard, Graeme Simsion and Anne Buist. Image: Brian Ellwood
Above: Sophia Chan and Amanda Holden. Image: Brian Ellwood.
Above: Matt Sykes, Andrew Pegg, Brad Ramacher, Belinda McDonald, Jeanie Watson and Nick Schade. Image: Brian Ellwood.
Above: Louisa Syme and Lee Ellwood. Image: Brian Ellwood.