Writer of novels and short stories

Jeremy Picknell

Jeremy is a novel and short story writer. He has a particular passion for speculative fiction and social satire, a style he honed through years of creating and performing in musical theatre and cabaret.

His work, while layered with deep and thought-provoking themes, reflects a genuine affection for the complexities of human nature and a firm belief in the restorative power of humour. Although his primary focus is satire, Jeremy also ventures into the literary and contemporary genres.

A dedicated writer

As the leader of the Fernhill Writer's Group for the past four years, Jeremy has helped to foster a vibrant community of writers.

Jeremy’s work is earning recognition, with his short story Left Fork showcased in the 2023 Anthology of the Sydney Hammond Memorial Short Story Competition.

Building on this success, his forthcoming story, Bin Night is set to be featured in the 2024 anthology.

Get to know Jeremy

Jeremy has written two novels that showcase his talent for speculative fiction. Amansipation is a sharp, satirical take on workplace and social politics. The plot takes off when an ill-conceived universal basic income trial collides with the misadventures of Joel, an unassuming, accident-prone protagonist, setting the stage for chaos.

His first novel, Deep Transit, takes a more serious tone. It follows Sarah, a bold young woman attempting to escape an authoritarian Australia by crossing the Pacific in search of asylum in Chile, offering a gripping exploration of survival and resistance.