DELIRIOUS
Damien Wilkins
Damien Wilkins won the prestigious Jann Medlicott Acorn Prize for Fiction for Delirious, a captivating tale about families and ageing, which follows ex-cop Mary and her husband Pete, a retired librarian, as they navigate life’s big transitions. In the lead up to the Ockham New Zealand Book Awards, the novel was universally tipped to win the biggest literary prize in Aotearoa. Come along to find out why. Chaired by Elizabeth Knox.
In this intimate story, Wilkins blends astute observations about life’s biggest challenges, endearing characters, emotional depth and rueful humour.
All books will be on sale through our festival bookstore partner, Paper Plus Nelson, both in store at 237 Trafalgar Street Nelson, online, and at our Pukapuka Talks venues – get your copies signed by the authors after their session! If you’re buying online, please select the Nelson store to collect in person.
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