The Wheeler Centre

Celebrated children’s author Karys McEwen takes the stage at Warrnambool Library to share the inspirations behind The Paperbark Tree Committee – a touching story of family, friendship and the tricky business of growing up.

Karys McEwen is the author of The Paperbark Tree Committee, a heartfelt story about growing up, fitting in and the shifting bonds of family and friendship.

Art is 12 years old, and his younger brother Hilary has always been his best friend. But after moving from a small regional town to the big city, Art struggles – bullied at school, missing his old life, and unsure if he still belongs in the secret meetings that he and Hilary hold in the branches of a paperbark tree.

At Warrnambool Library, McEwen delves into the inspirations behind her novel, exploring themes of change, resilience and what it means to find your place. Join her for this special event about the challenges of growing up, the power of sibling bonds and learning when to hold on – and when to let go.