events
New Edition hosts a wide range of events, from meet-the-author opportunities to new book launches. We also partner with writing festivals, libraries and local spaces to support any literary related occasion. See all our upcoming events below, and sign up to our newsletter to be the first to hear about new events.
If you’re interested in having us involved in your upcoming book event, please contact us.
Author Talk - Sofie Laguna on The Underworld
New Edition Bookshop is proud to host award-winning author Sofie Laguna in Fremantle, celebrating the release of her new novel, The Underworld. Sofie will be in conversation with local writer Gillian O’Shaughnessy.
Freo Pride Fest
A fabulous celebration of community and inclusivity in the heart of Fremantle as we celebrate the return of Freo Pride Fest!
Totally Lit – Adventures in the Port City
Walyalup/Fremantle is getting ready to host a totally lit new festival and we’re excited to be involved. Inspired by place, culture, community and story, Totally Lit – Adventures in the Port City will activate Freo with a program of live literature events and original, immersive experiences for audiences of all ages.
Author Talk - Holden Sheppard on King of Dirt
Holden Sheppard will be interviewed by Gillian O’Shaughnessy on his writing life and latest release, King of Dirt.
Wa Poetry Showcase
Celebrate west coast poets and poetry at the annual WA Poetry Month Showcase.
Strange Editions Book Club - Jasper Cliff
Strange Editions is back! We are thrilled to again be invited to collaborate with Strange Company for a series of winter evenings celebrating local wine and local books. The July session will feature Josh Kemp in conversation about his latest novel, Jasper Cliff.
Book Launch – Nock Loose
Join us and Fremantle Press in celebrating Nock Loose, the debut novel of lifelong Fremantle local, Patrick Marlborough.
Book Launch – Boom Town Snap
Join us to celebrate local author Jay Martin as she launches her pulsating new crime novel, Boom Town Snap.
Book Launch – Lyrebird
6.30pm
Join us to celebrate Australian author Jane Caro as she launches her pulsating new thriller, Lyrebird.
Book Launch – Always Home, Always Homesick
6.30pm
Join us to celebrate awarding-winning Australian author Hannah Kent as she launches Always Home, Always Homesick, a remarkable literary memoir and love letter to her muse, Iceland.
Book Launch – Bigfoot vs Yeti
11am
Get ready for a fun-filled celebration of imagination, rivalry and unexpected friendship! Join us for the highly anticipated launch of Bigfoot vs Yeti: A Love Story by local illustrator James Foley.
Book Launch – Invisible Boys, TV tie-in
7pm
Join local legend Holden Sheppard, bestselling author of Invisible Boys, as he celebrates the release of the book’s TV tie-in edition. This new edition coincides with the premiere of Invisible Boys, now a Stan Original series.
Author Talk – How to Do it in the Garden
6pm
Join us for an exciting evening with beloved gardening expert Sabrina Hahn as she unveils the secrets from her new book, How To Do It in the Garden.
Book Launch – How to Fall in Love with Humanity
6pm
Join us for a special evening celebrating the launch of How to Fall in Love with Humanity, the powerful new book from leading Australian relationship communication coach, James ‘Fish’ Gill.
Book Launch – Health: Spirit, Country and Culture
5.30pm
Join us to launch Health by Shawana Andrews, Sandra Eades and Fiona Stanley, the eighth book in the critically acclaimed First Knowledges series.
Book Launch – We Are The Stars
7.15pm
Join us for an evening with Gina Chick as she discusses her new book, We Are The Stars.
Freo Pride Fest
1pm
Join us for a fabulous celebration of community and inclusivity in the heart of Fremantle as we celebrate the first ever Freo Pride Fest!
Book Launch – Cutler
6:00pm
Join us to celebrate local author David Whish-Wilson as he launches Cutler, a remarkable new novel based on years of research and true stories from the high seas.
Author Talk and Film Screening – Runt
10:30pm
Join us for a special screening of the new film Runt, based on the book of the same name by local author Craig Silvey.
Book Launch – Cutler
6:30pm
Join us to celebrate local author David Whish-Wilson as he launches Cutler, a remarkable new novel based on years of research and true stories from the high seas.
Book Launch – Mixed Business
6.30-8.30pm
We invite you to join Alan Wearne as he celebrates the launch of his new poetry collection, Mixed Business.
Author Talk – Gerard McCann
2-3:30pm
Please join us at Fremantle Library with local author Gerard McCann as he discusses his latest book, Anatomy of a Secret.
Book Launch – In Hot Water
6pm
Join us to launch In Hot Water, the latest release from Dr Paul E Hardisty.
Book Launch – Fragile Creatures
7pm
Come and celebrate the launch of Fragile Creatures by Khin Myint , an extraordinary memoir set in Fremantle and beyond.
25th Anniversary - Benang: From the Heart
7pm
Join us as we commemorate 25 years of Kim Scott’s groundbreaking, award-winning book with the launch of this new edition.
Book Launch: Anatomy of A Secret
6:30-8:30pm
Please join us for the release of local author Gerard McCann’s latest book, Anatomy of a Secret.
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