As they do, Eurobodalla Libraires are celebrating International Women's Day with good stories, smart women and rooms full of people keen to hear more. For 2026, three acclaimed authors are heading to the shire to talk adventure, menopause, family secrets and the long tail of history. Different topics but the same thread – women living curious, complicated and interesting lives, then writing about it.
Libraries' coordinator Skye Stapleton says the talks are more than entertainment.
"We want to open up conversations that matter. To inspire locals navigating everyday challenges with help from three unique perspectives," she says.
Karen Viggers will be at the Moruya Library from 2.30pm on Monday 2 March. Ms Viggers is a bestselling novelist but also a vet whose worked from remote Antarctica though to searching for tigers and snow leopards in Bhutan; an intrepid adventurer and life enthusiast.
"Much of Karen's writing draws on nature, exploring how nature encourages people to live to the full. She says being a woman has never held her back, whatever the endeavour," says Ms Stapleton.
"There will also be a short presentation by a local advocate standing against domestic and family violence in Eurobodalla."
Narooma Library will host Jody Vassallo from 11am on Wednesday 4 March for a discussion about the physical changes through menopause and the feelings that accompany them.
"Jody's a cookbook author, Ayurvedic practitioner, yoga teacher and counsellor. She also hosts the Changing Seasons podcast," says Ms Stapleton.
"This will be a chat that blends ancient principles and practices with modern advice around food, lifestyle and mindset - but without the fluff. Bring your questions!"
Finally, journalist turned bestselling historical novelist Sue Williams visits Batemans Bay Library at 5.30pm on Friday 6 March to talk about her newest book, The Duke's Secret, an intriguing story of family secrets spanning two centuries.
"Based on Sue's own family, the story centres on a young maid in the household of the Duke of Wellington – hailed as a hero after vanquishing Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo – and her child, believed to be sired by the duke. Sue will talk about uncovering family lore and why history's side characters are often the more interesting ones," Ms Stapleton says.
All sessions include light refreshments and plenty of time for questions. Signed copies of books are available to purchase. Bookings are essential through the Eurobodalla Libraries' event webpage or contact Batemans Bay Library on 4472 5850, Moruya Library on 4474 1333, or Narooma Library on 4476 1164.
