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The Friends of the National Library presented 2 multi-talented award-winning authors in conversation: Alison Goodman and Sue Williams.
Alison and Sue were joined by Professor Kate Mitchell from the Australian National University to explore the craft of historical fiction writing. Together they untangled the role of research, character development, crafting fictitious worlds and the representation of historical figures.
Alison is the author of 9 novels including 2 recently published historical novels, with reviews noting their intelligence, wit, pace and scrupulous research.
Sue’s Australian series are best-sellers, praised for their meticulous research and their empathic treatment of characters, particularly women, brought back from the shadowy reaches of the past into the spotlight.
The Friends of the National Library presented 2 multi-talented award-winning authors in conversation: Alison Goodman and Sue Williams.
Alison and Sue were joined by Professor Kate Mitchell from the Australian National University to explore the craft of historical fiction writing. Together they untangled the role of research, character development, crafting fictitious worlds and the representation of historical figures.
Alison is the author of 9 novels including 2 recently published historical novels, with reviews noting their intelligence, wit, pace and scrupulous research.
Sue’s Australian series are best-sellers, praised for their meticulous research and their empathic treatment of characters, particularly women, brought back from the shadowy reaches of the past into the spotlight.
