Writing and Publishing
Book review: Eden, Mark Brandi
A slow burn crime novel with a hard to read protagonist.
2025 Miles Franklin shortlist
A mix of six established and new authors have been nominated for the prestigious literary award.
10 pet peeves about books
Some of the little things that annoy readers before they even read a page.
Book review: Painting Portraits of Everyone I’ve Ever Dated, Joseph Earp
The intertwining of art and love features in this funny sophomore novel.
Book review: Heart Lamp, Banu Mushtaq
This year's Booker Prize winner, 'Heart Lamp', certainly deserves the accolade.
Opportunities and awards
Entries open for Human Rights Essay Competition and MAC yapang Art Prize, plus winner of Penguin Literary Prize and more.
10 expert tips on how to be a ghostwriter
Ghostwriting isn’t just writing for someone else. It’s shaping their story, capturing their voice and helping them say the things…
Book review: The Foal in the Wire, Robbie Coburn
A verse novel that tracks the intertwined paths of two teenagers after they care for an injured foal.
Arts news watch: this week’s trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week: pub quiz literary questions, King’s Birthday Honours List, choosing a career…
Australian literary festivals in 2025
What bookish festivals are happening across the country this year?