Writing and Publishing

This week's arts news and trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week's top arts news stories.

International report on book-buying trends
How does Australia compare to other countries in terms of book purchasing habits?

Book review: Why Are We Like This?, Zoe Kean
This wonderful book offers a super abundance of insights into why we are the way we are.

Book review: Milk and Honey: 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition, Rupi Kaur
The bestselling Instapoet returns with an anniversary edition of her debut book.

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

Inside the writers' room
Getting a toe in the door of the writers' room can be challenging , but these successful writers share some…

Book review: Rewitched, Lucy Jane Wood
An aesthetically pleasing cosy fantasy about discovering your powers and finding community.Â

Opportunities and awards
Scholarship for landscape artists, winners of The Reading Prize and more!

Greek-Australian poet Î .O. wins 2024 Patrick White Literary Award
A champion of performance poetry and spoken word as well as his fellow poets, Î .O. has been honoured for his…

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.