by Akina Hansen | Aug 28, 2019 | Uncategorized
Just in time for the iconic festival starting 6 September, Bad Sydney have unveiled the shortlist for the Danger Prize, which recognises the best books, films, podcasts of TV dramas focusing on Sydney crime. Two true crime books and one short fiction collection are...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 26, 2019 | Uncategorized
Father’s day is fast approaching, and it’s time we branched out from the chocolates and socks combo. What better way to thank the father figure in your life than a book chosen especially for him? We’ve compiled a special gr Dad-agorical, featuring...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
You can write your own reviews of books you’ve read and send them to us at [email protected] and we’ll publish a selection in the magazine, or post your review on our website! For Lovers of Fiction “I loved this stunning...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 21, 2019 | Uncategorized
Readings have announced the shortlist for the 2019 New Australian Fiction Prize, recognising new contributions to Australian literature. Now in its sixth year, the prize is open to ‘first or second published works of fiction by Australian authors’....
by Akina Hansen | Aug 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
The shortlist for the 24th Ned Kelly Awards have been announced, recognising the Australia’s best crime writers. Run by the Australian Crime Writers Association (ACWA), the Ned Kelly Awards play a huge role in championing Australia’s crimewriters not only...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
The winners for this year’s Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Book of the Year Awards have been announced, recognising six noteworthy books for kids across six categories. Established in 1943, the CBCA is a volunteer run organisation which aims...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
The first trailer for Greta Gerwig’s upcoming adaptation of Little Women has been released. It’s the eighth time Louisa May Alcott’s seminal novel has hit the big screen. The trailer shows off a star-studded cast including Emma Watson, Florence...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
Behrouz Boochani has won the 2019 National Biography Award for his memoir No Friend But the Mountains: Writing from Manus Prison. No Friend But the Mountains describes life on Manus Island, where Kurdish refugee and journalist has been held for over six years. It...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 8, 2019 | Uncategorized
This Saturday bookshops across Australia are throwing a bunch of events celebrating what makes them great – and you’re invited! All you have to do is head down to your favourite bookshop and get involved. With bookshops in every state planning a whole...
by Akina Hansen | Aug 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
The Small Press Network has unveiled the shortlist for the 2019 Most Underrated Book Award (MUBA). The MUBA (sponsored by the Australian Booksellers Association) aims to uncover and celebrate the hidden gems of Australian Publishing. Last year’s winner...
