Writing and Publishing
‘Creative Australia will be built by what we do’
Key priorities of Creative Australia have been announced with more information on four new industry bodies.
Industry responses to Australia’s Poet Laureate position
The National Cultural Policy heralds a Poet Laureate posting. What do the poets think?
Vale YA author Gabrielle Williams
Simmone Howell pays tribute to bookseller, black belt and ‘neon-bright’ talent, Gabrielle Williams.
Opportunities and awards
Entries open for Elizabeth Jolley Short Story Prize, plus recipients of Carclew Sharehouse residency, and more!
Ghostwriting: what happens behind the cover?
Invisible ghostwriters slink behind-the-scenes, often hiding behind the name of the published author, but their work should be heralded.
Book review: A Country of Eternal Light, Paul Dalgarno
A stunning story about the ephemeral nature of life in a human body.
What books are kids reading in Australian schools – and does it matter?
‘Nostalgic’ classics or edgy contemporary texts? Alex Bacalja takes a look at what Aussie kids are reading in schools.
Opportunities and awards
Commission opportunities in NSW, plus winners of the 2023 Peter Porter Poetry Prize and Sydney Theatre Awards, and more!
Landmark Warlpiri Dictionary puts living ancient language first
A living language, with over 3000 people speaking Warlpiri, this new dictionary ensures it will be spoken for future generations.
Can reading help heal us and process our emotions?
Can reading help heal us and process our emotions – or is that just a story we tell ourselves?