Writing and Publishing
This week's arts news and trending topics
We break it – you read it. This week's top arts news stories.
Lake Macquarie City Council
Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival
The Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival returns this June with a range of events inspired by the life and work of…
Book review: Deep Water, James Bradley
A hugely impressive work that deserves and demands attention.
National Library of Australia
The Craft of Crime: in conversation with Sulari Gentill and Chris Hammer
The Friends of the National Library present two of Australia’s crime writers in conversation with crime fiction reviewer Anna Steele.
A vital new independent literary house
Vitagraph is a new artist-led literary organisation that's just released its debut journal.
Opportunities and awards
NGA announces Sculpture Garden Design Competition, plus winners of QMusic scholarships, finalists of ABR Calibre Essay Prize, and more!
Sharing the story behind the Torres Strait Islander flag in new children's book
The book was co-authored by the son of flag's original designer, continuing the story's legacy.
Book review: The Beauties, Lauren Chater
An historical fiction set in the 17th century about female agency, art and power.
National Library of Australia
Fearless: In Conversation with Jelena Dokic
Jelena Dokic will be in conversation with Kathryn Favelle, Director of Reader Services at the National Library of Australia.