Writing and Publishing
This week's arts news and trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week's top arts news stories.
Another glittering award for Melissa Lucashenko, as she takes out the ARA Historical Prize
The much feted writer adds a couple more trophies to her cabinet for her acclaimed 2024 novel.
Book review: Squat, John SafranÂ
Australian satirist’s latest prank works better in theory than in practice.
Book review: Shapeshifting: First Nations Lyric Nonfiction, Edited by Jeanine Leane and Ellen van Neerven
A powerful collection of lyric essays reshaping storytelling to reflect First Nations culture and history.
Alternatives to Amazon for book lovers in the cost of living crisis
Amazon's cheap prices and convenience make it a tempting buy for consumers, but there are plenty of alternatives that help…
Opportunities and awards
International residency opportunity in New York, winners of Melbourne Fringe, Chief Minister's NT Book Awards and more!
Book review: Make It Make Sense, Lucy Blakiston and Bel Hawkins
Not so much a self-help or how-to book but a hand hold to remind you that you are not alone.
Small Press Network to terminate unless new board is formed
The organisation that promotes independent publishing is at risk of ceasing operations within the month.
So you want my arts job: Librarian
Want to be a librarian? You won't get much – if any – time to read books.
This week's arts news and trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week's top arts news stories.