Theodore Ell

Theodore Ell co-founded the international journal Contrappasso Magazine, where he was co-editor. From 2018 to 2021, he lived in Lebanon, accompanying his wife on a diplomatic posting. Theodore’s essay, Façades of Lebanon, about Lebanese revolution and the Beirut port explosion, won the 2021 Calibre Essay Prize. His poetry collection, Beginning in Sight, shared the 2022 Anne Elder Award.

Thursday April 24
9.00am

60 mins

Room 1, Sorrento Masonic Centre

My First Book 1
Three new writers discuss their work practice, their stories, and their lucky break

Thursday April 24
12.00pm

60 mins

Room 2, Sorrento Masonic Centre

How A Faraway Place Inspired My Story
Exploring the importance of setting