Romancing the Stars is an annual event that has taken place since 2012 in Brisbane. Since then, we have added other events in regional areas in South-East Queensland as well as some online events.

Romancing the Stars is a chance to discover what books our local authors and illustrators have been creating for children and young adults in the past year. Speed date these local stars, meet others informally. For face-to-face events we provide food, PD certificates on request, a pop-up bookshop, illustrations for sale, raffle and quiz competition.

Join us if you are a teacher, librarian or lover of children’s literature and want to gain an insight into the inspiration behind the latest books.

Romancing the Stars – Sunshine Coast 2025

Date: Friday 29 August 2025
Venue: Immanuel Lutheran College, Buderim
Time: 6:00 – 9:15pm
Cost: $28 Book Links members and college staff, $35 general admission
Bookings close noon on Wednesday 27 August at noon.

Find out more about the presenters and how to book.