Suzanne Leal interviews multi award winning Thomas Keneally on the inspiration behind his 2022 ARA Historical Prize winning Corporal Hitler’s Pistol, a novel that weaves together the traumas of WW1, the Irish Civil War, and 1930s small town prejudices. His new book, Fanatic Heart also explores Irish rebellion in a retelling of the life and exploits of patriot John Mitchel. Please note: the winner of the Adult category of the ARA Historical Novel Prize will also be featured in this session, announcement to be made on 19 October 2023.

All plenary sessions, interviews and panels are included in your weekend conference ticket for the 2023 HNSA Conference. There’s no need to reserve a seat in individual sessions.