Writing and Publishing
Book review: Hovering, Rhett Davis
A transformative tale of overlapping realities and temporal strangeness set in south-eastern Australia.
Opportunities and awards wrap
Call outs for The Lester Prize plus winners of 2021 Sidney Myer Performing Arts Awards announced and finalists of 2022…
Book review: The Shortest History of Democracy, John Keane
A solid attempt to make sense of what's happening on the local and international political stage.
Vale Blaise van Hecke
Death of a vibrant supporter of writing and publishing.
COVID recovery must have diversity in mind
COVID struggles for First Nations and culturally diverse creatives have been exacerbated by racism, finds latest Diversity Arts Australia report.
The arts news you may have missed
What's on, what's in the headlines, and the latest program releases – to put you ahead of the game this…
Book review: Orphan Rock, Dominique Wilson
A novel that weaves the major events of the times into the life stories of its characters
Opportunities and awards wrap
Major boost to NATSIAA, screen awards call out plus winners of Sculpture by the Sea Cottesloe, 2022 Kat Muscat Fellowship…
Book review: The Torrent, Dinuka McKenzie
A stunning crime debut worthy of local and overseas accolades.
Book review: Son of Sin, Omar Sakr
The poet's debut novel ranges over the big issues of sex, family, religion and self-identity.