#21 Panel: The Immersive Power of Stories
22 March 2026 : 3:30 PM - 22 March 2026 : 4:30 PM
Why do stories stay with us long after the final page? Why do they offer comfort, courage, and clarity in times of uncertainty? Join incredibly talented local authors Juliet Marillier and Stephen B. Platt for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation on the transformative power of storytelling.
Moderated by Nattie Kate Mason, this panel explores how fiction creates immersive worlds that offer refuge, adventure, and emotional truth—and why stories resonate so deeply across generations.
Discover the emotional depth behind beloved characters and worlds. Explore how stories reflect and help shape our lives.
This is a must-attend event for passionate readers, writers, and anyone who’s ever found themselves changed by a story. Be among the first to hear about Juliet Marillier’s and Stephen B. Platt’s latest releases, and gain insight into the creative journeys behind them.
Come and celebrate the magic of storytelling.
*Juliet Marillier & Stephen B. Platt will be signing copies of their books throughout Sunday at the New Dawn Publishing pop-up stall in the Hall of Stars (Agricultural Hall) open from 9:30am - 5:00pm.
Individual tickets are $20 or admission is included with the Sunday Main-Stage Readers Festival Day Pass.
Venue
Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre 48 Canning Road, Kalamunda WA 6076
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