It’s six years since I visited the
inaugural Newstead Short Story Tattoo at this tiny town in Central Victoria. Curated by Neil Boyack,
it’s the only festival in Australia that celebrates the short story. I loved it
the first time but it was even better the second time around as I had the fun
of meeting up with folk I hadn’t seen since the first time. (… if that makes
sense?)
I was there for Fire Stories on Saturday
night but made the most of my time attending the sessions in the Community Hall
and then cruising over to Clunes Booktown for more readings and more chat and
more coffee.
It's worth checking out the website HERE. Be
astounded at the guests and the originality of this remarkable event.
As well as spending time with mates from
Storytelling Australia (Vic) Anne E Stewart and Andrew McKenna, I had the joy
of catching up with Phil Mac, poet, musician and raconteur. I could say so much
about my weekend away but I don’t like reading long blogs, so on that basis, I
shall spare you. But I urge you … get to know Neil aand Phil.
The sublime Phil playing saw and reminding us that spoken language is music too.
Learn more about Neil Boyack HERE
And Phil Mac: HERE
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