Writing and Publishing

Book review: Chloé, Katrina Kell
A fictionalised exposé of the woman who modelled for the famous painting that hangs in Melbourne's Young and Jackson Hotel.

Thinking about aliens – The Blak Infinite envelops Fed Square this RISING
Behind the spaceships and bright lights in this RISING program of free events and installations lies a deeper story.

Further changes to Small Press Network
Further changes are afoot at the organisation that supports small press publishing.

Book review: Heartsease, Kate Kruimink
Sisterly bonds prevail in the fog of grief.

Book review: Safe Haven, Shankari Chandran
The Miles Franklin Award-winning author's new book tackles the politics of Australian detention centres.

World of the Book returns with one of the earliest and rarest printed English books
A book that marks the birth of English printing is part of State Library Victoria's latest exhibition display.

Opportunities and awards
International book prize now open, winners receive $100,000 thanks to Arts Impact WA, finalists of emerging artist award, and more!

Book review: Live Bait, Stephen Sewell
Can a novel succeed when it features a wilfully stupid protagonist?

Book review: Ordinary Human Love, Melissa Goode
A debut novel that surveys intimate relationships and the nature of desire.

Book review: Only the Astronauts, Ceridwen Dovey
A highly imaginative collection of tales about inanimate objects in space.