Writing and Publishing
How a focus on storytelling and character equips would-be writers with essential skills
Authenticity and passion are at the core of the courses run by Story Studios Australia.
Book review: Painting the Light, Ned Manning
A solid read for those who enjoy Australian historical fiction.
Why queer comic books are the next target of the culture wars
Queer graphic novels are the latest target of moral panic whipped up in the current culture war.
Survivor Authors? Imagine reality TV for writers
If Australia came up with a reality TV series based on writers, what would it consist of?
How to optimise metadata for book sales
Editors should approach metadata from a position of strength, said Booktopia Head of Product Sales, Joel Naoum at the recent…
Opportunities and awards
Our Mob calling for SA First Nations artists, plus more ABIA winners announced, and finalists of the Environmental Music Prize.
Language, hospitality and discomfort in the work of Mithu Sen
mOTHERTONGUE is a dense, mid-career survey of Bengal-born artist Mithu Sen that escapes simple definitions.
Metro magazine's future under threat
Australia's oldest and most prestigious screen publication is under threat. A campaign hopes to raise funds and find a partner.
Queer culture is under attack: fighting back
How can we reframe the conversation around drag story time events and stand up to the far right?
Book review: Overland issue 249, edited by Evelyn Araluen and Jonathan Dunk
This publication is of great interest to anyone passionate about contemporary Australian writing.