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Two panels. On the left is author Curtis Campbell who's bearded and wearing a blue denim jacket. On the right is the cover of his book, 'The House of Rural Realness', which features an illustration of two cows eating a drag queen's yellow wig.
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Book review: The House of Rural Realness, Curtis Campbell

A story of growing up, friendships, and fierce drag in a rural town. 

Two panels. On the left is of author Ashley Kalagian Blunt. She has brown hair and is wearing a leather jacket. On the right is the cover of her novel, 'Cold Truth". There are icicles on the background, one dripping with blood.
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Book review: Cold Truth, Ashley Kalagian Blunt

The freezing temperature is not the only thing that will send chills along your spine.

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New writing program for Pasifika-Australian authors

A project set to amplify the voices of Pasifika-Australians.

Two panels. On the left is Caroline Darian, who has blonde hair. On the right is the cover of her book, with 'I'll Never cCall Him Dad Again' in white font against a black background.
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Book review: I'll Never Call Him Dad Again, Caroline Darian

In a book written prior to Dominique Pelicot's criminal convictions, his daughter reveals the effects of his horrific crimes on…

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Diamond Comic Distributors files for bankruptcy, leaving Australian retailers in uncertainty

The company that once had a monopoly on the entire industry, Diamond Comic Distributors has declared bankruptcy, causing retailers to…

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What changes do writers want in the Australian books industry?

Here's a wish list from Australian authors on aspects they'd like to augment, tinker with or scrap altogether.

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Text Publishing joins Penguin Random House

The two publishing houses have joined forces.

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Australian literary festivals in 2025

What bookish festivals are happening across the country this year?

Two panels. On the left is of Irvin Yalom, a man with a grey goatee, a hat and a blue top. On the right is the cover of his book, 'Hour of the Heart' which features a dandelion.
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Book review: Hour of the Heart, Irvin D Yalom

The 'father of group therapy' moves to a different model of treatment.

Two panels. On the left is a black and white photo of Michelle de Kretser. She has short dark hair and is seated, wearing a printed dress. On the right is the cover of her book, 'Theory & Practice.' it's orange and has a Polaroid photo of the author as a young woman.
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Book review: Theory & Practice, Michelle de Kretser

A beguiling mix of fiction, essay and memoir.

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