author talks Archives - Tristan Bancks

Tristan July 1, 2026

Big Book Events July-August 2026

I have seven big book events coming up in July and August in Brisbane, Ipswich, Byron Bay, Sydney, Melbourne and online. I hope you … View Post

Tristan May 7, 2025

NEW: Online Events For Schools 30 May & 13 August!

On 30 May and 13 August 2025, I am hosting two online one-hour talks for schools. The events will be fast-paced, action-packed, focusing on my middle-grade books … View Post

Tristan November 20, 2020

Young Writers’ StorySchool Launch!

Young Writers’ StorySchool is alive! It’s my new online video writing masterclass for kids aged 9-14, for use in the classroom and at … View Post

Tristan July 3, 2017

Book TV

I would love to see Australian children’s and young adult books gain a higher profile in TV and the media, encouraging reading and … View Post

Tristan May 19, 2012

Book Trailers

I have spent the past two weeks running LitVids book-trailer talks and workshops via Skype for Mackay Libraries, paying virtual visits to the schools … View Post

Tristan May 8, 2012

Sydney Writers Festival Young Adult Literature Events

If you’re into Young Adult / teen literature and you’re in Sydney next week, don’t miss these awesome events with some extraordinary … View Post

Tristan October 24, 2010

Author Talks

Half of a children’s author’s life is spent at the desk and the other half is spent on the road meeting … View Post