Roddy Doyle in Conversation
Schedule
Sat May 23 2026 at 08:00 am to 09:00 am
UTC+10:00Location
Glasshouse Port Macquarie | Port Macquarie, NS
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Glasshouse Port Macquarie and Mid North Coast Co-operative Library Service present:Roddy Doyle in Conversation
The laureate of ordinary lives on his writing life
Dubbed the “undisputed laureate of ordinary lives” by The Sunday Times, Irish Booker Prize winner Roddy Doyle has kept us laughing and crying in equal measure.
From his prize-winning Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha to The Commitments, which was adapted into a BAFTA-winning screenplay, Roddy’s customary humour and dialogue capture beautiful relationships between lifelike characters, making him a literary icon.
In this special event, listen as Roddy reflects on his storytelling career and discusses his latest novel, The Women Behind the Door, which marks the return of beloved character Paula Spencer. In conversation with Kate Evans.
Supported by the Consulate General of Ireland and Culture Ireland.
Relax, Refuel, Connect
Relax in our SWF Lounge between sessions and take the opportunity to chat and meet like-mined people. Tea, coffee, alcoholic beverages and light refreshments will be available for purchase.
Exclusive Offer
Present your Sydney Writers’ Festival ticket or VIP Festival Pass at Book Face in Port Central or Collins Booksellers Port Macquarie to receive a 10% discount* on books by featured authors in the Live & Local Program. This exclusive offer is valid from 10am Thursday 21 May to 4pm Sunday 24 May, 2026.
*Final discount and qualifying books at the discretion of Book Face and Collins Booksellers management.
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