'Journeys to alternate worlds' was the theme for a fantasy and sci-fi flavoured festival which saw record participation of 5,170 people in 65 events. Guests included Graeme Simsion, Rob Lloyd, Isobelle Carmody, James Bradley, Jessie Cole, Andrew McGahan, Jason Steger, Adam Richard, Andy Kissane, Narelle Oliver, Richard Harland, Jane Rawson, Marc McBride, Danielle Binks, David Gilbey, Lachlan Brown, Kate Rotherham, Mark Dapin, David Henley and more. Highlight events included Tim Flannery in conversation with Melanie Tait, Adam Liaw at the Community Wood Fried Oven, our opening night play 'Who are you supposed to be?' with amazing cosplay at the Pop Culture after-party, and seven stunning stories at Now Hear This.