Luke Bateman & the Debutants

Name: Luke Bateman & the Debutants
Start: 2026-10-09T18:30+10:00
End: 2026-10-09T19:30+10:00
Location: Brisbane Powerhouse

Former NRL player and fantasy author Luke Bateman talks with four debut Australian novelists about what it's like to publish a first book. Their work ranges from literary and speculative fiction to fantasy and a slasher romcom.

A creative event at Brisbane Powerhouse in New Farm. Part of Brisbane Writers Festival 2026. All ages. Bookings needed.

Festivals

The short version

One date only: Fri 9 Oct at 6:30pm until 7:30pm, which is this Friday. It runs for an hour. Tickets are from $25. Book ahead. It suits all ages. It's part of Brisbane Writers Festival 2026.

When: Fri 9 Oct, 6:30pm
Cost: From $25
Booking: Book ahead
Suits: All ages
Setting: At the venue
Type: Festivals

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