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The official page of the Canterbury Branch NZSA It is open to all writers. However we ask that book launch details are restricted to Canterbury writers only.

We encourage a supportive community where writer's engage, connect, share tips and information, promote their work and learn about exciting writing events and workshops.

29/10/2025

It's only 150 words... so yes, you can do it!!

When to submit: From now until 5pm Wednesday, 5 November 2025.

What to write about : A day in the life in 2125 Ōtautahi Christchurch. It could be microfiction (a very short story), poetry, or creative nonfiction. Your piece should be up to 150 words and in English and/ or te reo Māori.

Who can enter: Open to all NZ citizens and residents.
All welcome – everyone has a story, no matter their age or experience.
There is no fee to enter.
Maximum one piece per entrant.
How to enter

The word limit for all submissions is up to 150 words; very short pieces are very welcome!

Books, stories and ideas

09/10/2025

Congratulations to local book hero, Bob Docherty!

Congratulations to Bob Docherty – winner of the 2025 Storylines Betty Gilderdale Award! 👏

Retired Christchurch librarian and passionate children’s books advocate Bob Docherty has been honoured for his distinguished long-term service to children’s and young adult literature in Aotearoa New Zealand. 💛

From decades at the National Library to his much-loved blog Bob’s Books, Bob has inspired countless readers, teachers and librarians, always championing the joy and power of reading. ✨ “Bob represents the very best of the unsung heroes of children’s literature,” says Storylines Chair Michelle Chan.

The award will be presented at an event in November, where Bob will also deliver the Storylines Spring Lecture — details coming soon! 🗓️

13/08/2025

Congratulations Gavin!

🏆📚 Here’s our first winner of the night! The BookHub Picture Book Award goes to Gavin Bishop (Tainui, Ngāti Awa), together with translator Darryn Joseph (Ngāti Maniapoto, Ngāti Rereahu). The judges described ‘Titiro Look’ as deceptively simple, declaring it “a beautifully produced board book that is an absorbing exploration of reo Māori and reo Pākehā”.

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