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Amelia Mellor (photo credit Ryan Wheatley)
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Seafaring with Amelia Mellor

A tale of pirates, lost armour and a treacherous journey

Amelia Mellor (photo credit Ryan Wheatley)
Sunday 23 November 2025
2.30-3.15pm
Event Code: CHI4
State Library of NSW, Michael Crouch Map Room
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All children must be accompanied by an adult. The accompanying adult needs to book a free ticket to the event. Children will be seated on the floor for this event. 

Ahoy mateys! Join us on the high seas for a wild session of fun with author of the epic new series Oceanforged Amelia Mellor (The Grandest Book Shop in the World).

Amelia will share insights into her writing and research processes and reveal the true stories that have inspired the books. Expect sea shanties and a game or two along the way.

Recommended for ages 8+

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Location

State Library of NSW, Michael Crouch Map Room
Level 1 Mitchell Library, 1 Shakespeare Place, Sydney, NSW, 2000
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