Nanci Nott

Nanci Nott is a nerdy creative with particular passions for philosophy and the arts. She has completed a BA in Philosophy, and postgraduate studies in digital and social media. Nanci is currently undertaking an MA in Creative Writing, and is working on a variety of projects ranging from novels to video games. Nanci loves reviewing books, exhibitions, and performances for ArtsHub, and is creative director at Defy Reality Entertainment.

Nanci Nott's Latest Articles

Johanna Bell, author of Department of the Vanishing. Image: Supplied.
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Department of the Vanishing review: Johanna Bell's lyrical novel is 'monumentally memorable'

Known for her children's picture books, Johanna Bell has stepped boldly into adult fiction with the remarkable Department of the…

Michael Winkler, author of Griefdogg. Photo: Joe Winkler.
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Griefdogg review: Michael Winkler pulls Australian fiction in brave new directions

Michael Winkler's second novel, Griefdogg, follows a father who wants to give it all up and become the family pet.

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The Season for Flying Saucers review: Brendan Colley's UFO story is profound and very human

Brendan Colley's second novel, The Season for Flying Saucers, is full of surprises.

Life Drawing with a Comedian. A shirtless comedian, wearing only black basketball shorts, lies on their stomach on a table, lower legs and feet raised and resting their head on their hands, with their elbows also on the table.
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Life Drawing with a Comedian review: redefining sketch comedy at FRINGE WORLD

Life Drawing with a Comedian is exactly what it says on the tin, and it's a whole lot of fun.

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Best opportunities and grants for Western Australian creatives in 2026

Here are valuable grants and opportunities for Western Australian creatives and arts organisations in 2026.

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Best opportunities and grants for Tasmanian creatives in 2026

Here are the major arts grants and funding opportunities for Tasmanian creative practitioners and arts organisations.

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Best opportunities and grants for Queensland creatives in 2026

Here are the major grant and funding opportunities for Queensland-based creative practitioners and organisations.

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Best opportunities and grants for writers in 2026

Here are the major opportunities, grants and fellowships for Australian writers in 2026.

Louisa Fitzhardinge presents Comma Sutra. Photo: Sean Breadsell.
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Comma Sutra review: quirky etymological fun at FRINGE WORLD

Comma Sutra is a hilarious comedy act all about words and language.

Noah Skape presents Human Entertainment at FRINGE WORLD. Photo: Supplied.
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Human Entertainment review: an unforgettable absurdist variety act

In Human Entertainment, Noah Skape delivers a FRINGE WORLD fever dream.

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