Fiction
Book review: The Murder Rule, Dervla McTiernan
Another impressive psychological thriller by one of Australia's most talented crime writers.
How creative writing helps teens cope with COVID
Creative writing is therapeutic for teenagers, and also shows them new ways of supporting one another.
Book review: Bad Art Mother, Edwina Preston
A split-perspective exploration of societal hostility towards maternal creativity.
Book review: The Burnished Sun, Mirandi Riwoe
Short Stories from the award-winning author that continue her exploration of those overlooked and marginalised.
Book review: A History of Dreams, Jane Rawson
A coven of witches conspire to upset the socio-political status quo in sleepy Adelaide.
Book review: Amongst Our Weapons, Ben Aaronovitch
The latest in the series blends fantasy and realism and London's historical past.
Book review: Those Who Perish, Emma Viskic
An audacious imaginative accomplishment features a differently-abled detective.
Book review: The Fish, Lloyd Jones
A lyrical and allegorical novel that tugs at the binds of family.
Book review: The Grass Hotel, Craig Sherborne
A poetic word painting of dementia and of dying, of love and yearning
Book review: Dinner with the Schnabels, Toni Jordan
Jordan's latest novel is a funny and heartfelt look at the chaos of love, marriage and family.