Talks, workshops, conferences, bookshop signings and other events that I am participating in, are listed here.
Please note that I am offering virtual talks for school via numerous platforms, as well as the standard in-person sessions.
I am fully vaccinated. And will continue to receive boosters as they become available.
October 2024
YABBA Awards Ceremony (Vic)
Tuesday 22 October 2024
Me and a whole bunch of authors and illustrators will be attending the Young Australian Best Book Awards. More info…
Luther College, Croydon Hills (Vic)
Wednesday 23 October 2024
I’ll be doing an evening presentation for students and their families.
Beaconhills College, Berwick (Vic)
Thursday 24 October 2024
I’ll be doing presentations and workshops with student across Grades 3-6.
Once Upon A Festival, Adelaide (SA)
31 October – 1 November 2024
I’ll be presenting at this festival hosted by Immanuel College. More info…
Inspired Readers Festival, Port Macquarie (NSW)
31 October – 1 November 2024
I’ll be presenting at this festival hosted by Charles Sturt University and organised by Dymocks Children’s Charities. More info…
November 2024
Croydon Library (Vic)
Sunday 10 November 2024, 2:30pm–3:30pm
I’ll be doing talking about my books and the inspiration behind him. It’s FREE! Just come along. More info…
January 2025
Glenroy Library (Vic)
Thursday 16 January 2025
I’ll be doing a school holiday session.
February 2025
Peregian Springs State School (Qld)
Thursday 27 February 2025
I’ll be doing 2 presentations and 2 writing workshops with Grades 3-6, as part of the school’s Writing Festival.
August 2025
St Francis Xavier Primary School – Montmorency (Vic)
Monday 11 August 2025
I’ll be doing two Book Week presentations with Grades 3-6.
Glen Iris Primary School (Vic)
Monday 18 August 2025
I’ll be doing two Book Week presentations with Grades Prep-3.
Haileybury Collage – Keysborough Campus (Vic)
Tuesday 19 August 2025
I’ll be doing two Book Week presentations with Grades 5 and 6.
September 2025
Bacchus Marsh Grammar (Vic)
Friday 5 September 2025
I’ll be doing two Book Week presentations with Grade 5 students across two campuses.
I can be booked through the below agencies, or you can contact me directly on givanoff@optusnet.com.au