Join best-selling author Fleur McDonald as she presents ‘The Witness,’ a gripping crime thriller where the truth will not stay buried.

Set in the blood-red soil of Kalgoorlie, long-buried lies continue to surface, while someone is becoming increasingly desperate to keep them hidden. The third thriller featuring Detective Jack Higgins, 'The Witness' is perfect for readers of Jane Harper, Dinuka McKenzie and Chris Hammer.

BOOK FACE Erina will be selling copies of Fleur's books following the event and Fleur will be available for signing.

Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in any library branch, or phone 4304 7650.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as bestselling authors Anne Buist and Graeme Simsion introduce their profound and engrossing medical drama, The General Hospital. The third book in the Menzies Mental Health series, Buist and Simsion's latest offering is sure to engage readers with its masterful use of realism, heart and humour.

Enjoy medical insights from esteemed Australian psychiatrist Anne Buist and internationally bestselling author Graeme Simsion (The Rosie Project) as they bring us into the world of physical and mental health in their unique novel.

This event will be held in the auditorium and is accessible by stairs or lift. The auditorium is a tiered seating venue.

Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in any library branch, or phone 4304 7500.

Join us alongside our friends at Words on the Waves for their next Central Coast Reads event, this time featuring author Sam Guthrie.

Central Coast Reads is an annual coast-wide reading program where organisations, local libraries, book clubbers and individuals are all encouraged to read the one book to foster larger conversations about reading, important themes and to engage with others in the community.

The Peak is a nailbiting and unputdownable read, a powerfully taut, gripping and fast-moving international thriller that weaves a story of friendship, love and betrayal together with the ruthless geopolitics of China’s rise, set in the last 24 hours of the world as we know it.

This event is hosted by Words on the Waves and is free to attend. RSVPs are essential - to reserve your seat, please visit their website here.

Join us to discuss Ashley's new psychological thriller praised by Claudia Karvan for its 'chilling authenticity'.

'Like, Follow, Die' explores the impossible choice a mother is forced to make after her son is drawn to the darkest corners of the internet.

Fans of Lisa Jewell’s 'None of This Is True' and Netflix’s 'Adolescence' are sure to enjoy this shattering and provocative psychological thriller.

Copies of Ashley's book will be available for purchase and signing at the event.

The event will be held in The Hub adjacent to Erina Library.

Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in any library branch, or phone 4304 7650.

Join bestselling author Fiona Lowe as she presents ‘The Drowning’, a gripping mystery about a body on the beach, an inheritance and a family pulled apart.

Fans of Liane Moriarty and Sally Hepworth are sure to love this engrossing mystery which explores the world of secrets and families in small-town Australia.

BOOK FACE Erina will be selling copies of Fiona's books following the event and Fiona will be available for signing.

Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in any library branch, or phone 4304 7500.

For this year’s Seniors Festival, Words on the Waves – Central Coast Reads and Brentwood Village, Kincumber are partnering to present two much-loved authors whose latest novels are set on the beautiful Central Coast.

James O’Loghlin is a criminal lawyer, comedian, and television and radio host. His latest novel, Liars, centres on a murder in a small coastal town, one that will feel very familiar to local readers.

Sophie Green is an author and publisher. Her seventh novel, Lessons in Love at the Seaside Salon, is an uplifting and heart-warming story set in our very own Terrigal.

The 2026 Seniors Festival theme is “Live life in colour!” and this event celebrates creativity, coastal romance, and quirky crime. Attendees are invited to meet new people, enjoy lively discussion, and be entertained by two wonderful speakers.

A complimentary morning tea, provided by Keyton/Brentwood Village, will follow the discussion, giving attendees time to relax, chat, and connect.

To book, please visit Words on the Waves here.

Words at Wagstaffe, a one-day literary celebration held in partnership between Words on the Waves Writers Festival and The Bouddi Society, will return to Wagstaffe Hall for its sixth spectacular year on Saturday 14 March 2026. 

What happens when a former French spy, a policy advisor-turned-media disruptor, a humanist philosopher and a true crime writer meet in a secluded location to peel back the layers of Power and Intrigue that govern our personal and political worlds?

We’ll be treated to gritty tales of espionage from The Frenchman trilogy with spy-turned-author Jack Beaumont; close encounters with criminal minds as recalled by veteran true crime writer Mark Dapin; exclusive insights from the trusted advisors to our world’s most powerful people from Phoebe Saintilan-Stocks’ investigations into the role of The Right Hand (penned in Wagstaffe!) and startling revelations from Renaissance man and esteemed British philosopher AC Grayling as authoritarianism looms and the erosion of democratic structures beckons an urgent response from the people, For The People.

The Day Pass entitles you to four (4) fascinating author talks followed by book signings. BOOK FACE Erina will be onsite as festival bookseller.

To book, please visit Words on the Waves here.

Join us alongside our friends at Words on the Waves for their next Central Coast Reads event, this time featuring author Jane Tara

Central Coast Reads is an annual coast-wide reading program where organisations, local libraries, book clubbers and individuals are all encouraged to read the one book to foster larger conversations about reading, important themes and to engage with others in the community.

Jane will be in conversation at Brentwood Village, Kincumber, and will discuss her novel Tilda is Visible.

BOOK FACE Erina will have copies available to purchase at the event, which will feature a signing after the discussion.

This event is hosted by Words on the Waves and is free to attend. RSVPs are essential - to reserve your seat, please visit their website here.

Join bestselling author Tim Ayliffe as he discusses Dark Desert Road, a gripping thriller about estranged sisters, a violent past, and a terror cell hiding in plain sight.

Ayliffe brings his journalistic edge to a story of loyalty, danger, and survival in the harsh heart of the Australian outback.

BOOK FACE Erina will be selling copies of Tim's books following the event and Tim will be available for signing.

This event will be held in The Hub - the entrance to The Hub is in the foyer adjacent to Erina Library.

Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in any library branch, or phone 4304 7650.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Join author Clint Rahe in-store at BOOK FACE Erina to celebrate the release of his new book, The Cognitive Athlete.

Transform how you think. Transform how you perform. Transform your life.

In The Cognitive Athlete, high-performance coach Clint Rahe reveals how to amplify your mental game using the same scientific principles that create Olympic champions. This book isn't another productivity hack or mindfulness trend. It's a complete system for building unshakeable focus, bulletproof resilience and sustainable peak performance.

Stop taking your mental performance for granted. Whether you're leading a team, building a company or pursuing ambitious goals, The Cognitive Athlete is your playbook for winning the game that matters most: the mental one.

Clint will be available to sign copies of his book, and for any questions you may have for him or his work.

Join us for an unforgettable evening as bestselling author and journalist Peter FitzSimons brings to life the extraordinary story of Edward 'Weary' Dunlop - the heroic doctor whose bravery and compassion saved thousands of Australian POWs on the infamous Thai-Burma Railway during World War II.

From the battlefields of Tobruk to the brutal camps of Southeast Asia, Weary’s tale is one of grit, sacrifice, and unshakeable humanity. Discover how this gentle giant, once a Wallaby and pharmacist, became a beacon of hope in the darkest of times.

Don’t miss this chance to hear one of Australia’s greatest storytellers share a powerful chapter of our history. It’s more than a talk - it’s a tribute to resilience, leadership, and the spirit of mateship.

This event is hosted by the Central Coast Libraries. Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in any library branch, or phone 4304 7500

Join us in-store for our next spoken word poetry night, Speak Up! Hosted by local poet, Will Small, this is your opportunity to share your very own poetry with a like-minded, supportive group of people.

This is a free event, with sign ups starting from 6:30pm and the open mic starting at 7pm.

We look forward to seeing you on the night!

Step into the dramatic frontier of 1800s Western Australia with beloved Australian storyteller Judy Nunn, as she shares the inspiration behind her latest novel, 'Pilbara' - a sweeping saga of family, resilience and the fight for justice in a land as beautiful as it is brutal.

From the rolling hills of Yorkshire to the rugged outback of Cossack, 'Pilbara' follows the Burton family’s battle to reclaim their legacy amidst greed, violence and the dispossession of Indigenous lands.

With over a million books sold and a career spanning stage, screen and page, Judy brings her trademark authenticity and passion to this unforgettable evening. Don’t miss your chance to hear from one of Australia’s literary icons as she brings history to life with heart and grit.

This event will be held in the auditorium and is accessible by stairs or lift. The auditorium is a tiered seating venue.

This event is hosted by the Central Coast Libraries. Bookings essential. Book online from this page, ask in any library branch, or phone 4304 7500.

Join us in-store for a wonderful evening with Aura Parker on Monday, November 17th!

Grab a signed copy of one of Parker's beautiful bowerbird picture books and learn about her creative inspiration and process.

This event is hosted by the CBCA Central Coast. Spots are limited, so RSVP to Children's Book Council of Australia - NSW Branch to secure your spot now at cbcacentralcoast@gmail.com ($5 entry fee applies).

Join us alongside our friends at Words on the Waves for their next Central Coast Reads event featuring author Michael Burge.

Central Coast Reads is an annual coast-wide reading program where organisations, local libraries, book clubbers and individuals are all encouraged to read the one book to foster larger conversations about reading, important themes and to engage with others in the community.

Michael will be in conversation at Brentwood Village, Kincumber, and will discuss his novel Tank Water.

BOOK FACE Erina will have copies available to purchase at the event, which will feature a signing after the discussion.

This event is hosted by Words on the Waves and is free to attend. RSVPs are essential - to reserve your seat, please visit their website here.

Join us in store at BOOK FACE Erina for a fun-filled morning with author and illustrator extraordinaire, Sami Bayly!

Sami will be hosting a children’s drawing workshop. After this, you can get your book signed by Sami and ask any questions you may have.

This is a free event and RSVPs are essential. Confirm your spot via the RSVP button below.

About The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Fast and Slow Animals:

Whether you like to take things fast or slow, you will lose yourself in this stunning encyclopaedia filled with incredible detailed illustrations and fun facts about some of the most fascinating fast and slow animals in the natural world.

Featuring facts and astonishing illustrations about sixty amazing fast and slow animals, including the super speedy black marlin, the cheetah and the gentoo penguin, and the oh-so-slow dwarf seahorse, the gila monster and the immortal jellyfish.

Children and adults alike will wonder at these speedy and not-so-speedy animals.

Looking for some school holidays fun? Get ready to dream up a story and watch it leap off the page!

Join author Kristin Darell and illustrator Jade Goodwin in this hands-on workshop where writing and drawing come together. Kristin will help you spark a story with words, then Jade will show you how to bring those ideas to life through illustration.

You’ll bounce between storytelling and sketching, adding twists, turns, and visual details until your characters are ready for their big debut.

By the end, you’ll have created your own mini masterpiece, story and art included!

This event is hosted by the Central Coast Library Service and is a ticketed event, with tickets priced at $8. To book your spot, visit their website here. Bookings opening Monday 15 September, 8am. 

BOOK FACE Erina will have a selection of Kristin and Jade’s books available for purchase on the day.

Suitable for ages: 7-12 years