Historical research for creative writing with John Sargeant
Discover how history comes alive through storytelling with author John Sargeant. Creator of The Colour of Our Country, an 11‑book series of New Zealand historical fiction, John invites you behind the scenes of his writing process. In this engaging talk, he’ll share how research into New Zealand’s past shapes his richly imagined family saga - revealing the real people, events, and places that inspire his novels. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an aspiring writer, or a lover of great stories, this is a chance to see how careful research and creative fiction intertwine.
- Admission
- Free
- Date
- Tue 4th Aug 2026 9:30am - 10:30am
- Location
- Taranaki Research Centre, 1 Ariki Street, New Plymouth, 4310
