New Australian Books
Book review: The Moment of the Essay, Daniel Juckes
Some interesting analysis of Australian essayists, but greater breadth and depth would have been welcome.
Book review: Australia in 100 Words, Amanda Laugesen
The chief editor of the Australian National Dictionary explores the world of Australian English – and, in doing so, our…
Book review: Dropping the Mask, Noni Hazlehurst
The Logie Hall of Famer shares her life and career from 'wide-eyed Pollyanna' to today.
16 top-starred book reviews of 2024
Which books earned the coveted five-star rating from ArtsHub's reviewers this year?
The future of Australian small press
With the pausing of the Small Press Network earlier this year, many saw it as a death knell for independent…
Book review: Rapture, Emily Maguire
A story based on the legend of Poe Joan.
Book review: Saltwater Cure: True stories of the transformative power of the ocean, Ali Gripper
A collection of stories about the healing power of the ocean.
Book review: The Mother Must Die, Koraly Dimitriadis
A collection of short stories tracking intergenerational families, motherhood and the migrant experience.
Book review: You don’t have to have a dream, Tim Minchin
Three speeches made by Tim Minchin when he received honorary university degrees are collected and published as a book.
Book review: The Season, Helen Garner
Over a single footy season, Helen Garner explores the travails of the game, as well as offering an overarching look…