Meet the Author - Tim Winton

In-conversation with Tim Winton

Joondalup Libraries and Dymocks Joondalup are delighted to announce an evening with Tim Winton, one of Western Australia's most treasured authors.

In this special event, Tim will delve into his rich career, sharing insights and anecdotes from his journey as a writer. Join us for an engaging conversation as Tim discusses his latest literary masterpiece, Juice, an epic novel of determination, survival, and the limits of the human spirit.

About Juice

Two fugitives, a man and a child, drive all night across a stony desert. As dawn breaks, they roll into an abandoned mine site. From the vehicle they survey a forsaken place – middens of twisted iron, rusty wire, piles of sun-baked trash. They’re exhausted, traumatised, desperate now. But as a refuge, this is the most promising place they’ve seen. The child peers at the field of desolation. The man thinks to himself, this could work.

Problem is, they’re not alone.

So begins a searing, propulsive journey through a life whose central challenge is not simply a matter of survival, but of how to maintain human decency as everyone around you falls ever further into barbarism.

About Tim Winton

Few authors have captured the raw essence of Australia as intimately as Tim Winton. Born in Perth in 1960, Winton's upbringing amidst the rugged coasts and vast landscapes of Western Australia deeply influenced his literary voice. Seamlessly blending the profound with the every day, Winton's narratives offer a window into the soul of the Australian experience.

From his early works to contemporary masterpieces, Tim Winton’s books resonate with readers far and wide, not just for their authentic portrayal of Australia but for their universal themes of family, struggle and redemption. His vivid characters, whether facing internal battles or wrestling with the land and sea, testify to his deep understanding of the human spirit.

Beyond his novels, Winton is a passionate environmentalist, advocating for the preservation of Australia's pristine coasts and marine life. This love for nature often seeps into his writing, making his books tales of people and the environment they inhabit.

Whether delving into his poignant short stories or getting lost in one of his epic novels, reading Tim Winton’s books is akin to taking a journey through Australia's heartland, filled with challenges and beauties. In every story, every character and every description of the land, Tim Winton reaffirms his position as one of the most significant storytellers of our time.

Dymocks Joondalup will be selling Tim's book on the night, and Tim will be available for book signing.

Ticket Option:
$15.00 Entry Ticket
$55.00 Entry Ticket including Book.

For further details about the event, please contact the City on 9400 4751.

Please note that the presentation is expected to last approximately one hour, and light refreshments will be provided.