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Author Event with Grantlee Kieza
Thursday, 07 August 2025
Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
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Marvell Hall, Byron BayJoin Grantlee Kieza in conversation with Mick O'Regan as they discuss his book 'Annette Kellerman - The Australian Mermaid'
Grantlee Kieza OAM is an award-winning journalist and the highly acclaimed, bestselling author of more than twenty biographies.
He is a Warkley Award finalist, a 2025 ABIA shortlisted author for Biography of the Year, a 2025 Indie Award author for Non-fiction, the No 1 history author in Australia in 2024, and the author of national bestsellers.
Grantlee Kieza brings Annette Kellerman's story to life with compelling detail and a journalist’s flair, making this event a must for fans of biography, history, and inspiring Australian stories. Annette was a trailblazer in many ways, breaking records in swimming, advocating for women’s rights, and becoming a global film star in the early 20th century.
There will be lucky door prizes and afternoon tea will be provided by the Bangalow CWA
General Admission Tickets are $25 per person and $20 for Friends of Libraries Members
Tickets can be purchased HERE