Step into the world of intrigue and suspense during Sydney Rare Book Week when the SMSA showcases a collection of first edition murder mystery books. With over 13,000 mystery and crime novels in the SMSA Library collection, you could say we are a little obsessed with the genre, and we are so excited to share the iconic and unusual titles that have shaped the genre for generations. Whether you’re a seasoned sleuth or new to the genre, join us on Monday 21 October from 4pm to take a glimpse into the golden age of crime fiction. 👉SPECIAL GUEST We are thrilled to announce that Rachel Franks will be joining us to officially open the exhibition! Rachel is the Coordinator of Scholarship at the State Library of New South Wales and holds doctorates in both Australian Crime Fiction (Central Queensland University) and True Crime Texts (University of Sydney). If that weren’t impressive enough, Rachel is also an award-winning writer. Her research is published across a range of books, journals and magazines. She is the author of An Uncommon Hangman: The Life and Deaths of Robert ‘Nosey Bob’ Howard (2022). Find out more: tinyurl.com/bh4p8z9v #RareBookWeek #SydneyRareBookWeek @statelibrarynsw @cfwriter

📣Let’s Talk About Louisa: More Than Henry’s Mother History Week 2024 – Marking Time Join us for an evening with @MST_Writes and @cfwriter as they tease apart the incredible story of Louisa Lawson. Tickets: tinyurl.com/mrxa2w8w @statelibrarynsw @HistoryNSW #HistoryWeek