Words' Worth: Whish-Wilson, Zen Pencils

David Whish-Wilson, author of gritty crime novels Line of Sight (partly inspired by the murder of Perth brothel owner Shirley Finn), Zero at the Bone and the 2014 WA Premier's Book Awards-shortlisted Perth, will talk to The West Australian's books editor William Yeoman about writing Perth noir and tackling local history like a novelist.

The Sunday Authors in Conversation audience is invited to linger and share a cuppa and a chat with Whish-Wilson at the November 30 event being held at City of Vincent library at 2pm-3.30pm. Free entry but bookings essential: phone 9273 6090 or email library@vincent.wa.gov .au. Light refreshments provided.

Gavin Aung Than, aka Zen Pencils, is coming to Boffins Bookshop, 88 William Street, Perth, to celebrate the release of his first Zen Pencils book. Aung Tan left behind a corporate career to follow his lifelong dream of drawing cartoons for a living. His new book features over 170 full-colour pages, an exclusive pull-out poster and is suitable for all ages. Meet the creator of Zen Pencils and get your book signed from 2pm on Saturday, November 29. Tickets are free but please register via Trybooking.com. For more information phone Adelene on 9321 5755 or email events@boffinsbookshop.com.au.

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Words' Worth: Whish-Wilson, Zen Pencils