Writing and Publishing

Book review: Kinky History, Esmé Louise James
A well-researched yet exuberant exploration of kinky sexual practices throughout the ages.

Runt: Craig Silvey’s novel heads for the big screen
Jai Courtney, Celeste Barber and Deborah Mailman are among the cast for the forthcoming Australian film.

Free arts writing workshops hosted by ArtsHub
Come and hear the ArtsHub team as they share their writing tips, tricks and advice.

Opportunities and awards
Major $300,000 commission calling for artists, HOTA ArtKeeper returns, plus winners of Patrick White Literary Award and Artspace studio artists…

Book review: Mood, Roz Bellamy
Mood is a memoir that explores mental illness, queerness and relationships.

Book review: Borderland, Graham Akhurst
A coming-of-age tale about a city-born Indigenous teenager.

Book review: Late, Michael Fitzgerald
A speculative 'what if?' novel inspired by Marilyn Monroe.

So you want my arts job: Bibliotherapist
Though bibliotherapy is an ancient practice it's not particularly well-known, says Dr Susan McLaine, a practitioner of over 18 years…

Book review: Full Coverage, Samuel J Fell
The story of Australian rock journalism is a wild ride of luck, tenacity and incredulity.

Book review: The Pit, Peter Papathanasiou
The Pit represents the latest contribution to Australian outback noir.