To get email notifications of future events, you can either:
– head to my blog and subscribe to new posts via the little box on the right.
– sign up for my newsletter, The James Foley-o, and get all my news and events in a quarterly email.
Nov 23: Young Readers’ Day Out
Are you a young reader? Do you enjoy a day out? Well funnily enough there’s this event coming up that’s perfect for young readers who enjoy a day out, and you wouldn’t believe what it’s called …
Join me as well as Andy J Alexander, Maria Blackman, Cristy Burne, Joanne Colely, Steve Heron, Suzanne Ingelbrecht, Julia Lawrinson, Frané Lessac, Susan Lu, Kristy Nita Brown, Sandi Parsons, Alexander Thorpe and Renée Treml. We’ll be reading a bit of our books, and signing copies, and there’ll be goodie bags and book discounts and general bookish awesomeness!
DATE: Sunday 23rd November
TIME: 10:30am-12:30pm
WHERE: State Library of WA
TICKETS: $20 + booking fee (includes entry for up to 6 people, $20 voucher at Boffins pop-up bookshop, and gift bags)
BOOKINGS: essential via trybooking.
Nov 25: YABBA online session
I’m running an online session for Victorian schools through YABBA!
All Victorian Government primary & secondary schools are YABBA members in 2025; you can register for the session through the members area of the YABBA website.
Other schools can also access the session, as long as they have a YABBA membership.
DATE: Tuesday 25th November
TIME: 9:30am (AEDT)
WHERE: online
COST: included with YABBA membership
REGISTER: via the YABBA website.
2026
March 20-22: Kalamunda Readers’ Festival
Kalamunda is a beautiful town in the Perth hills, which in 2026 is holding its inaugural Readers’ Festival! I’ve got a bunch of events over the weekend – see below for details.
March 21: How to Create a Graphic Novel with James Foley
Join acclaimed author and illustrator James Foley for an inspiring and hands-on session that unlocks the secrets of graphic novel creation.
In this engaging two hour workshop, James will guide participants through the creative process of creating unforgettable illustration driven stories. Learn how to develop compelling characters, structure a visual narrative, and bring your story to life through illustration and layout.
If you love drawing, are an emerging visual storyteller, or have always wanted to create your own visual story but aren’t sure where to start, this session offers a rare and comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at how graphic novels are made. Whether you’re sketching your first panel or dreaming of publishing your own graphic novel, this is your chance to learn from one of Australia’s best.
Let your imagination take shape!
Date: Saturday 21 March 2026
When: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Zig-Zag Cultural Centre – Seminar Room
Ages: 13+.
Sunday 22 March: Storytime with local Children’s Authors featuring James Foley & Renée Treml
Join us for a magical storytelling experience at our special Children’s Day: Storytime session, where imagination comes to life!
This exciting session is a rare opportunity to hear live readings by beloved local Children’s Authors such as James Foley and Renée Treml, sharing their own stories straight from the heart.
This special family event is a celebration of the incredibly talented local Children’s Authors we have in WA. Come along and spark your child’s love of reading with a session full of laughter, wonder, and community spirit.
Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase signed copies of these featured stories through the Children’s Author Stalls at the Kalamunda Community Learning Centre or via the Dymocks pop-up stand in the Hall of Stars at the Agricultural Hall for books by James Foley & Renée Treml.
Bookings are kindly requested. Tickets are FREE or admission is included with the Children’s Day – Day Pass.
Date: Sunday 22 March 2026
When: 12:30pm – 1:00pm
Where: Kalamunda Community Learning Centre
Tickets: FREE
Sunday 22 March – Spontaneous Stories! with James Foley
Get ready for a storytelling adventure like no other! Join award-winning author and illustrator James Foley for a wildly creative and interactive session where YOU help shape the story!
In this one-of-a-kind workshop, James will create a brand-new ILLUSTRATED story – LIVE and on the spot, based entirely on suggestions from the audience. From quirky characters to unexpected plot twists, families will see their ideas come to life before their eyes! This funny and increadible creative session is perfect for families! Come along and help create a story that’s never been told before!
Date: Sunday 22 March 2026
When: 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Where: Kalamunda Community Learning Centre
SIGNING TABLE TIMES
I’ll be at the signing table at these times:
- Saturday 21 March, 12:30pm – 1:00pm
- Sunday 22 March, 3:00pm – 3:30pm
Where: Kalamunda Performing Arts Centre – Agricultural Hall – Dymocks Pop-up Book Stand
James Foley 
i really think that james has really inspired many young writers and readers to strive at their best!
Cheers Bob!
Looking forward to meeting you this Saturday at the MRRWF, James :o).
See you then, Jodie 🙂
We attended a workshop for homeschoolers today and it was awesome!! My 5 year old loves to create his own storybooks and now he wants to make a book and give it to his new hero – James Foley!! Thanks for your inspiration!
Also in addition to my comment above, my 5 year old has now told me instead of being Iron Man or Spiderman when he grows up, he now wants to “work at the library and make books – like James Foley.” How amazing is that!
That’s so nice to hear! Maybe he doesn’t have to give up being Iron Man or Spider-man though (maybe he could be a writer/illustrator as well as a superhero??)
Thanks for the feedback Hayley!
I’ll be meeting you soon James! I’m one the Curating Kids from Perth Festival! Can’t wait to meet you! 😀
Hi Anna, see you at the Festival soon! Speaking of which, I’d better add the details to this page …
Dear James Foley,
I’d love to read your new book on stellarphant!
Hi Charisse! I can’t wait to have it out in the world. It’s available from Nov 2nd. Cheers!
HI again Charisse! Just letting you know that Stellarphant is now available in bookshops! https://jamesfoley.com.au/books/stellarphant/
Im a teacher educator as well as the director of a company that provides writing retreats and literacy support for writers of all ages and backgrounds. I loved finding out more about James’ work by attending the Kids Book Fest Illustrator Extravaganza! Looking forward to finding ways to inspire struggling students using James’ wonderful books as well as his amazing approach to being an author and illustrator. Thanks for the session. It was awesome!
No worries, Sue! Thanks for being part of it.
My pleasure!
You are so inspiring to young readers
Thanks Scarlett!