Writers Assemble! 2026

Description

Writers Assemble! is a South Australian festival dedicated to the craft of writing. Across three days and seven events, this FREE festival brings together some of Australia's best writers for fun discussions on the writing life. 

The panels deliberately jumble writers from different genres and age groups including spicy romance flirting with sci fi, horror side-questing with YA fantasy, with an aim to uncover the universal themes and techniques that power all stories. Each session will spotlight different emotions such as Joy, Fear, Desire, Anger, and Awe, to explore how writers bring these emotions to life in the books you love. 

For emerging genre writers, an interactive session, Publishing Genre Fiction in Australia, which offers a chance to hear tips directly from successful genre writers. 

The festival opens with a star-studded conversation on the popular genres of romance and horror. We hope you can join our guests and celebrate the best in reading and writing. 

FAQs

How do I get to the State Library by public transport?

The 'State Library, Art Gallery, Museum' tram-stop is just outside the State Library. There are bus stops close by, near the War Memorial on North Terrace. The closest train station is the Adelaide city station on North Terrace.

You can plan your journey via Adelaide Metro.

Is there car parking near the State Library?

The nearest car park is Wilson's Adelaide Central car park, 225 North Terrace, next to David Jones.

There is paid street parking along Kintore Ave and Victoria Drive.

Where is the wheelchair and stroller access?

Access to the Spence Wing first floor and the Mortlock Chamber is via the lift in the glass foyer entrance of the library.

Access to the Institute Building is via the external ramp on the Kintore Ave entrance or via the internal ramp between the Institute Building and the Spence Wing (opposite the Treasures Wall).

There is on-street accessible parking available close to the State Library. View more information and maps of City of Adelaide's Accessible parking options.

How do I check if the Mortlock Chamber is open when I plan to visit?

The Mortlock Chamber may close for private events, check our opening hours for any closure times.

When it is open you can visit the Mortlock Chamber on the ground floor to look at the exhibition bays. The upper levels of the Mortlock Wing include study areas.

Is there a cafe at the State Library?

Yes, the Library Cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm and Saturdays from 10am to 4pm.

Find out more about the cafe and resident organisations at the State Library.