Megan Payne
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Book review: We Only Want What's Best, Carolyn Swindell
Turbulence and scandal in the dance world as seen from the perspectives of both parents and children.
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Book review: Resistance, Jacinta Halloran
An exploration into human stamina and how it keeps things hidden as well as keeps people safe.
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Book review: Thirst for Salt, Madelaine Lucas
An impressive debut story of feminine desire and power.
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Book review: Children of Tomorrow, JR Burgmann
A debut novel about the far reaches of climate change.
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Book review: I'll Leave You With This, Kylie Ladd
A heart-breaking, spirited story about the strength of a brother’s legacy
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Book review: The Other Olivia, Tamara M Bailey
A tightly constructed sci-fi of international proportions, influenced by the Canadian series Orphan Black and The Matrix but set in…
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Theatre review: A Simple Act of Kindness
A relatable comedy about family and real estate, written over Zoom and set in Melbourne in 2020.
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Theatre review: Lele
A contemporary reinvention of Antigone, a story of finding your way through honouring those that came before.
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Book review: Desi Girl, Sarah Malik
An engaging, reflective and energised memoir that fills an important space.
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Dance review: Dance X (Part One)
The first of three festival offerings showcases pieces that include works by The Australian Ballet, Sydney Dance Company, Lucy Guerin…