Writing and Publishing
Book review: Growing up in Country Australia, Edited by Rick Morton
There is a magic to these stories that trace the influence of (rural) youth to present lives.
How the arts strengthen our democracy
In the countdown to election day, ArtsHub asked three independent artists how they feel their work contributes to our democracy.
Opportunities and awards wrap
Inaugural Judy Wheeler Commission closing soon, plus winners of the 2022 FUSE Glass Prize announced, and young artists receive Carclew…
Book review: The Signal Line, Brendan Colley
An award-winning novel that defies easy categorisation.
A light shone on First Nations writers
A new anthology features stories wholly by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander creatives from Western Sydney and beyond.
Book review: Root and Branch, Eda Gunaydin
Twelve essays explore inheritance, family, identity and place through the lens of Turkish-Australian culture.
The arts news you may have missed
What's on, what's in the headlines, and the latest program releases – to put you ahead of the game this…
How a festival responded to election fever (sausage sizzle included)
Sydney Writers' Festival nimbly navigates election coverage, explains Artistic Director Michael Williams.
Book review: The Tricky Art of Forgiveness, Meredith Jaffé
A questioning survey on the contract and compromises of a marriage.
Book review: If We Were Villains, ML Rio
A slow-burning, Shakespeare-drenched, dark academia mystery.