A delightful talk for National Women’s Library

05. June 2018 · Write a comment · Categories: AAW author's diary, News, Talks and Workshops

Thank you to Jessie Street National Women’s Library for inviting me to speak at Sydney’s historic Customs House Library.

Jessica Stewart very kindly reviewed the author talk: Sue does not shy away from the hard questions. Accidental Aid Worker is the story of how wanting to help a community became life changing. It is also an exploration of the complexities of aid, both moral and logistical. She asks us to think about how aid might impact local economies and can become mired in corruption. Read the author talk review on page 7 of the National Women’s Library newsletter – May 2018

Book review by Jessie Street National Women’s Library.

Read t h e full review on page 4 of the National Women’s Library newsletter-February 2018

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Thomas Keneally said…

This is the tale of a woman who bravely opens doors and thus has astounding adventures and enlightenments. All in the context of what can only be called an adventure story and an extraordinary life.

Thomas Keneally

Professor Marie Bashir said…

Accidental Aid Worker is an epic memoir, which touches many sensitive aspects of your life, with which I can identify. This unique journey is indeed rich with memorable characters, events sensitive reflections.

Professor the Honourable Dame Marie Bashir AD CVO

I couldn’t put it down

I’ve only just started reading your book but I was up reading till 2:00 am ! I couldn’t put it down. Looking forward to Part2. I’ll be recommending it to all and sundry.

Bruce

Beguiling and beautifully written

I’ve just finished your book! What a beguiling, beautifully written, heartfelt journey. A true treasure, you should be proud.

Francisca

Engaging the community

We had the pleasure of having author Sue Liu come to our library on Thursday 28 March 2019. Her talk really brought to life everything she has been through from her passion for travel to the decision to volunteer overseas and beyond. Her accounts of assisting her friends in Sri Lanka after the Boxing Day tsunami and also mentoring and supporting people in Cambodia really struck a chord with the audience. She inspired us to think differently about volunteering and I know a couple of people I spoke to are excited about a project they’re embarking on.

Jane Park, Coordinator - Avalon Community Library

Engrossing and emotive talk

Sue Liu kindly accepted an invitation from St Ives Probus Club to talk about her life, and in particular her Aid Work. Club members were enthralled with her emotive talk and saluted her bravery, her energy, and her compassion for people who found themselves in dire and tragic circumstances. Sue illustrated her talk with small excerpts from her book and a powerpoint presentation. Members had many questions for Sue, the hallmark of an engrossing talk.

Di Goodsir - St Ives Probus Club

Valuable insights into the daunting world of publishing

This workshop gave me valuable insights into publishing a book and the realities of the industry. Sue was very engaging and inspiring, providing helpful insights into the daunting world of publishing, self-publishing and self-promotion.

Ethar

I can take action and pursue my dreams

Sue is an excellent presenter/speaker, she delivered the content with passion and inspired me to continue pursuing my dreams as a writer, bearing in mind that what is important and essential, is that I take action and pursue my dreams with love and passion.

Fabian

Sue Liu