Meet our new Artistic Director, Rachel Fry

“I am thrilled to be appointed Artistic Director of this incredible literary Festival. I have been on the BWF programs team for the past two years, working passionately to deliver exceptional content to our Brisbane community. In 2020 we will once again curate and deliver a Festival that celebrates storytelling and the power of words and writing.

In 2020 I look forward to presenting inspiring and robust discussions that contribute to the cultural life of this beautiful city.”

Rachel is a creative who began her career in Fashion Design, moved on to wandering the globe then headed home to work in business management, event management and small business ownership. Rachel co-owned Urban Grind cafe’s around town for over ten years which were havens for community engagement and great coffee. Her love of community and the written word flowed over into starting an Independent Bookstore Cherry Blossom in Paddington where she created and facilitated many community and writer’s events.

Rachel is slowly working on developing a series of illustrated children’s books. She is passionate about sharing stories, writing, connection to nature, the arts, sustainability, music and contributing in any way that adds more beauty into our community. Since 2018 Rachel has been the Program Manager at BWF, helping curate and deliver exceptional conversations.