Thuy On

Thuy On is the Reviews and Literary Editor of ArtsHub and an arts journalist, critic and poet who’s written for a range of publications including The Guardian, The Saturday Paper, Sydney Review of Books, The Australian, The Age/SMH and Australian Book Review. She was the Books Editor of The Big Issue for 8 years and a former Melbourne theatre critic correspondent for The Australian. She has three collections of poetry published by the University of Western Australian Press (UWAP): Turbulence (2020), Decadence (2022) and Essence (2025). Threads: @thuy_on123 Instagram: poemsbythuy

Thuy On's Latest Articles

Six cast members of 'Rhinocerons' in elaborate costuming.
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Theatre review: Rhinoceros, fortyfivedownstairs

The second in the beast trilogy, 'Rhinoceros' is a rampaging success.

A photo of a bookshelf full of books.
News

International report on book-buying trends

How does Australia compare to other countries in terms of book purchasing habits?

Two panels, On the left is photo of Rupi Kaur, an Indian-Canadian woman. She has long black hair and is wearing an off the shoulder green top. On the right is her book, Milk and Honey, in red and pink. There are bee illustrations on it.
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Book review: Milk and Honey: 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition, Rupi Kaur

The bestselling Instapoet returns with an anniversary edition of her debut book.

A bar, with stools and lots of bottles and shelving.
News

WA Literary Coasters initiative

A call-out to WA writers to submit work to appear on coasters around the state.

Two young women in white loose clothing and veils on their heads looking at one another.
Sponsored

A festival showcasing the diversity and strength of Muslim women

Over a weekend in November, Muslim Agenda will feature an extensive program of talks and workshops.

a colour photo of the Hollywood sign on the hill in California
Features

10 Hollywood actors who also write fiction

Want to know whether your favourite actor can also wield a pen? Here are some novels you can check out.

Michael J Fox, a young man in a red puffer jacket and Christopher Lloyd, with a contraption on his head as well. They are both attached to a machine in the middle in a scene of 'Back to the Future.'
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Concert review: Back to the Future in Concert, Hamer Hall

Marty McFly and Doc Brown ride again with stirring live music accompaniment by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

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Small Press Network to terminate unless new board is formed

The organisation that promotes independent publishing is at risk of ceasing operations within the month.

Against a background of shades of blue, a photo of a woman, Justine Hanna, with glasses and her fair hair hanging across her face. Librarian.
Career Advice

So you want my arts job: Librarian

Want to be a librarian? You won't get much – if any – time to read books.

A woman is drumming on a raised stage. Besides her on the right is a man with a guitar mid leap in the air. They are Astrid & Otto, and dressed in shades of black and red.
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Performance review: Otto & Astrid: The Stages Tour, Trades Hall

The rockin' duo are back again with a showcase of some of their best hits.

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