David Burton

David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.

David Burton's Latest Articles

Booktopia went into voluntary administration in 2024, but the company has now been rescued.
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Booktopia rescued: Australian book retailer rises from the dead

Booktopia has been purchased by successful Australian online entrepreneur Shant Kradjian.

Shelves of books, with signs above reading BookTok
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Did the US just kill BookTok?

The US's controversial TikTok ban has meant millions of BookTok users fleeing the platform in search of a new home…

The daily routines of writers from ages pass reveals equal parts rigor and relaxation.
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Twain to Dickinson: the daily routines of history's most famous writers

We take a dive into the daily routines of history's greatest writers to reveal tips on habit and discipline.

Photo of a Caucasian woman standing at the podium speaking into a mic.
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Remember these? The top Triple J Hottest 100 songs from decades past

Examining the top hits of decades past reveals the impact of the Triple J Hottest 100.

Poh Ling Yeow shown in the photo, standing in a natural landscape with two hilly terrains converging behind her back. She is a middle-aged Asian woman with a low black pony tail, wearing an orange shirt tied at the waist with denim shorts, smiling warmly.
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Poh Ling Yeow named Northern Territory's new tourism ambassador

Media personality Poh Ling Yeow has been named tourism ambassador for the Northern Territory in an effort to boost domestic…

AC/DC fans are in uproar after the band's childhood home was demolished.
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AC/DC's childhood home in Sydney mistakenly demolished by developers

The accidental destruction of the childhood home of AC/DC has spawned questions about protecting cultural sites against development.

Timothy O'Connor, former CEO of Harvest Rain Theatre Company, has been charged with more than forty sex offences. (Image: Wikimedia)
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Harvest Rain Company's former CEO faces court on multiple abuse charges

Timothy O'Connor, former CEO of Harvest Rain Theatre Company, faces dozens of sex offences in Brisbane court.

Artists have a long and painful history with substance abuse. But what is the link between creativity and addiction?
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How addiction impacts creative lives

Addiction has been a core part of the tortured artist myth for centuries. But is there any evidence to suggest…

John Marsden leaves behind a hugely influential legacy on publishing and Aussie parenting.
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Legacy of John Marsden: a literary giant and controversial advocate

The writer and educator will leave a lasting legacy in Australian literature, education and advocacy.

AI will continue to grow in 2025, disrupting the creative industries around the world.
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AI in the creative industries: 4 predictions for 2025

Explore how AI's 2025 future may bring pricier tools, office normalisation and a Trump-Musk showdown.

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