Writing and Publishing
Book review: Cat Lady Manifesto, Anna Go-Go
A jaunt through the history of that most maligned trope, 'the (crazy) cat lady', and a reclamation of its power.
Vale John Marsden
John Marsden, the author of the award-winning, best-selling YA 'Tomorrow' series, has died at 74.
Book review: Tomorrow There Will Be Sun: A Hope Prize Anthology, various authors
These excellent short stories reveal both the evil and the good in humanity.
AI is ‘disrupting’ book publishing: do we want its 'art'?
The embrace of AI may produce some useful innovations and efficiencies in publishing, but will also impact on people working…
Opportunities and awards
EOIs open for Melbourne Design Week and NT Performing Arts Development, plus winner of Emerging Playwright Commission, and more!
Book review: The Moment of the Essay, Daniel Juckes
Some interesting analysis of Australian essayists, but greater breadth and depth would have been welcome.
Book review: Australia in 100 Words, Amanda Laugesen
The chief editor of the Australian National Dictionary explores the world of Australian English – and, in doing so, our…
Book review: Dropping the Mask, Noni Hazlehurst
The Logie Hall of Famer shares her life and career from 'wide-eyed Pollyanna' to today.
Book review: The Furphy Anthology, Joanne Holliman (editor)
The fifth edition of 'The Furphy Anthology' has a few moments of brilliance.
Coach the writing coach: why everyone needs someone in their corner
It can be tough out there when you're all alone... but an experienced coach can assist you in your life,…