Writing and Publishing

Book review: The Position of Spoons, Deborah Levy
The celebrated novelist and playwright reveals and honours some of her greatest influences.

Book review: Rapture, Emily Maguire
A story based on the legend of Poe Joan.

Opportunities and awards
Public mural opportunity, plus nearly a million in cash support to creative projects and more!

Book review: Black Convicts, Santilla Chingaipe
Australia's trade in hidden slavery exposed.

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: ngargee: Coming Together to Celebrate Southeast Australian Aboriginal Art, Frances Edmonds, Sabra Thorner, Maree Clarke (editors)Â Â
The diverse artworks featured in this book celebrate contemporary Indigenous artists.

This week's arts news and trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week's top arts news stories.

Sensitivity readers: why do we need them?
Why are sensitivity readers used by authors and publishing companies?

BookTok's 10 best reads of 2024
Explore BookTok's explosive 2024 picks, from romantasy to serial killer escapades. The platform continues to shape the international publishing industry.

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A Deep Dive Into Coriolanus
An Exclusive Subscriber Event with Professor Liam E. Semler