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Author Samantha Harvey holding up her book 'Orbital'. She has long blonde hair and is wearing a black top. On the background is the Booker Prize 2024 signage.
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Samantha Harvey wins Booker Prize 2024

A surprise winner in this year's award is out of this world.

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5 unexpected truths of being a published author

Here are some surprising facts about being in print for the very first time.

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Opportunities and awards

National Photographic Portrait Prize entries open, plus winners of the CGA Rising Stars, finalists of the SA Ruby Awards and…

Two panels. On left is black and white photo of Lech Blaine. he has dark hair and a beard. He's smiling. On the right is the cover of his book: Australian Gospel. It's suffused with yellow light and features two young kids on the top left and the top right.
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Book review: Australian Gospel: A Family Saga, Lech Blaine

Two Australian families go to war over their biological/foster offspring.

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Book review: Molly, Rosalie Ham

A compelling prequel to Rosalie Ham's bestseller 'The Dressmaker'.

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Self-publishing in Australia: everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask

Taylor Swift's decision to self-publish has shone a spotlight on self-publishing in Australia – as the industry continues to gain…

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This week's arts news and trending topics

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

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Top 5 misconceptions about being a published author

Five myths about being an author exposed.

Two panels. On the left is author Shaun Micallef wearing a brown leather jacket over a blue shirt. On the right is the cover of his book, 'Slivers, shards and skerricks'. He's wearing a tuxedo.
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Book review: Slivers, Shards and Skerricks, Shaun Micallef

An erudite, insightful and witty collection of entertaining bits and pieces.

Tajette O’Halloran, ‘Untitled’ 2023, The Lismore Show. One of the artists selected for Powerhouse and the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner commission. A brightly lit carousel in the night.
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Opportunities and awards

Ceramic award open for entries, Darwin Fringe call-out, plus Young Virtuoso winner, finalists of SA Literary Fellowship, and more!

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