Kgshak Akec is a South-Sudanese writer, performing artist, and a lover of words. Since the moment she learned how to write in English at the age of six, Kgshak has been writing out the stories that live inside her mind. As a migrant and non-native English speaker, Kgshak is fascinated by the unspoken words and unsung songs of the day-to-day. Her debut novel Hopeless Kingdom inspired by her own journey of migrating to Australia, explores the relationship of a mother and daughter as they settle, break, evolve, and adapt in new lands through multiple heartaches and triumphs.
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Kgshak Akec
Appearing In
Sunday 18 June, 4:30pm
Westside Writers Salon
Four exceptional writers from the West will share selections from their most recent work, live at Williamstown’s beautiful Town Hall.
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Saturday 17 June, 7pm
Voiceworks #129 ‘Static’ Launch Party
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Saturday 17 June, 11am
Researching Fiction
This is a topic that is often left out of discussions on the craft – what do you do before you start writing?
Monday 19 June, 6pm AWST
Green Leaves
What happens when the national book tours and thick royalty cheques don’t quite materialise? Join us to find out.
Saturday 17 June, 3pm
Yumna Kassab: The Physical Act of Writing
In this Keynote, Yumna Kassab will explore the rituals, tools, routines and environmental conditions that assist in a sustainable creative practice.
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