Meet the Author: Shelley Burr

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Meet bestselling Australian crime author Shelley Burr as she discusses her latest thriller, Shot.

Shot begins with a murder witnessed by thousands. Dahlia and Duncan Crews are social media stars whose seemingly perfect family life is shared with hundreds of thousands of followers. But when the couple are shot dead during a livestream, their teenage daughter Karma becomes the sole survivor and the prime suspect.

In conversation, Shelley will explore the inspiration behind the novel, the growing culture of online celebrity and family influencers, and the consequences of living life through the lens of a camera. She will also discuss her ongoing interest in true crime, the impact of violence on families and communities, and the often-overlooked stories of those left behind in the wake of tragedy.

Combining a page-turning mystery with sharp contemporary themes, Shot offers a thought-provoking look at the intersection of social media, fame, exploitation and violence in the digital age.

Whether you're a long-time crime fiction fan or interested in the challenges and realities of life online, this is an event not to be missed.

Bookings are essential. Free event.

Held in the Tirkanthi Kuu room, level 1, Payinthi (128 Prospect Road)

About Shelley Burr

With her writing described by the New York Times Book Review as "politically savvy, cleverly plotted ... the kind of book that invites the ravenous language of binge reading: compulsive, propulsive, addictive", Shelley has firmly established…