J.M. Donellan
Author & Poet • Grades 7 – 12
STORY TELLING & OTHER HAZARDOUS ACTIVITIES
J.M. Donellan is a writer, musician, poet, scriptwriter and teacher with a talent for weaving thrilling tales. His award-winning gothic mysteries – Killing Adonis, Lenore’s Last Funeral, and Rumors of Her Death – have captivated readers, while his internationally acclaimed podcast Six Cold Feet showcases his skill for gripping audio storytelling. Josh has also written plays, dance performances and video games, earning him a reputation as a versatile storyteller and a YA Festival favourite across the nation. Known for sharing practical techniques and wild personal anecdotes, including almost being devoured by a tiger in the jungles of Malaysia, he inspires audiences with his belief that reading is the most powerful tool we possess.
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Sessions
109 Thursday 9.15am Grades 9–12
128 Thursday 12.15pm Grades 9–12
138 Thursday 1.30pm Grades 7–9
208 Friday 9.15am Grades 9–12
218 Friday 10.45am Grades 7–9
229 Friday 12.15pm Grades 9–12
