19 Jul 2022
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Join James McKenzie Watson, winner of the Penguin Literary Prize 2021, for the launch of his debut novel, Denizen.
Based on his experiences growing up in regional New South Wales and work as a nurse, Denizen is a rural thriller that explores the catastrophic consequences of unchecked mental illness in the bush.
A rural thriller from the winner of the 2021 Penguin Literary Prize.
On a remote property in western NSW, nine-year-old Parker fears that something is wrong with his brain. His desperate attempts to control this internal chaos spark a series of events that gallop from his control in deadly and devastating ways.
Years later, Parker, now a father himself, returns to the bushland he grew up in for a camping trip with old friends. When this reunion descends into chaos amid revelations of unresolved fear, guilt and violence, Parker must finally address the consequences of his childhood actions.
Join James in conversation with ABC Western Plains Breakfast show host Nic Healey, to learn more about this local story.
Light refreshments served. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event.
Bookings required. Contact Dubbo Library on (02) 6801 4510 or click the link below to register.
| Venue |
Dubbo Library Cnr Macquarie and Talbragar Street Dubbo , NSW, Australia |
| Start Date |
19 Jul 2022 6:30 PM |
| End Date |
19 Jul 2022 7:30 PM |
| Price |
$0.00 |