Join us for an enlightening look at the way the future is presented in fiction with Veronica Roth (US), the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Carve the Mark and the Divergent Series (Divergent, Insurgent, Allegiant, and Four: A Divergent Collection). Her latest science fiction series, Carve the Mark, is a galaxy sweeping adventure set in the midst of a raging rebellion. It’s a powerful meditation on the power of friendship in a world ruled by violence and vengeance. Marianne de Pierres is the author of the popular Parrish Plessis trilogy and the award-winning Sentients of Orion and Peacemaker series.

Enjoy pre-dinner drinks and a gourmet two course dinner with cuisine from award-winning chef Josue Lopez at the new Emporium Hotel South Bank. This very special event is presented as part of the 2018 Brisbane Writers Festival.