Writing and Publishing
Dennis Altman: UQP has cancelled a children’s book illustrated by Matt Chun, citing antisemitism
'As a writer, I do not believe we counter racism, antisemitism, homophobia or transphobia by boycotts and cancellations.'
Solidarity with Jazz Money, Evelyn Araluen: 'We have an obligation to stand against genocide'
Writer Claire G Coleman watches in horror as UQP pulps a children's book by a First Nations writer.
Sororicidal review: Edwina Preston mines the very relatable desire to kill your sister
After her breakout novel Bad Art Mother, Edwina Preston turns her eye to the love-hate relationship between sisters.
Best opportunities, grants & awards for creatives this week
20 to 26 April 2026: opportunities include a residency in Alice Springs and micro-grants for Western Sydney creatives.
Hey Orwell: thousands of AI‑written, edited or ‘polished’ books are being sold
Orwell imagined 'novel-writing machines' capable of mass-producing literature – and here we are, in 2026 ...
Anna Poletti, hello, world? author: 'Sexual desire is so inconvenient and ungovernable'
Australian author Anna Poletti's debut novel delves into digital intimacy, fascism and gender experiences in Australia and Hungary.
The Paradise Pact by Anita Heiss review: a beach read with a backstory
Heiss' The Paradise Pact is a holiday read with history lessons woven into every page.
Stella Prize: 2026 shortlist announced
The Stella Prize has unveiled its 2026 shortlist, featuring six works by Australian women and non-binary writers.
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…
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.