Summer 2026's Hottest New Books for Your Reading List
Discover the must-read books for summer 2026, from Malala Yousafzai's powerful new memoir to gripping Australian crime fiction and hilarious local cookbooks. Get your reading list sorted now!
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Romance book sales surge 49% in Australia
Australian romance novel sales have surged 49% over three years, driven by social media and a cultural shift. Discover why the genre is shedding its 'guilty pleasure' label.
Adelaide Writers' Week boycott over author removal
Over 30 authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week after staff reject board's decision to remove a Palestinian author. High-profile names including Michelle de Kretser and Zadie Smith withdraw. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week on Brink as Authors Withdraw
Adelaide Writers' Week is under threat of collapse as nearly 100 writers withdraw over a sponsorship controversy. Discover the crisis facing Australia's premier literary festival.
Eight new books for your 2026 Australian reading list
Kickstart your 2026 with eight compelling new book releases from Australian authors and international stars. From scandalous history to royal fiction and gambling's dark truth, find your next great read.
Canberra's Most Borrowed Library Books of 2025 Revealed
Canberrans borrowed over 1.4 million items in 2025, with a sci-fi novel and a popular cookbook topping the lists. Discover the capital's reading habits and the challenges facing its library network.
Wollongong's top books for 2025 revealed
Wollongong City Libraries' 2025 borrowing data shows female authors and crime fiction leading the way, with over a million physical loans. Discover the top titles and trends.
Eight new books to read this summer
Discover eight compelling new book releases, from a gripping hostage memoir to a deep dive into Weary Dunlop's life and quirky science writing. Perfect for your summer reading list.
Eight new books to read this season
Discover eight compelling new book releases, including Harper Lee's unseen stories and Joanna Nell's latest cosy mystery. Find your next great read and dive into these literary treasures.
Canberra's Literary Scene: Author Events Nov-Dec 2025
Explore Canberra's vibrant literary calendar with author talks from Ita Buttrose, Helen Garner, Bryan Brown, and more. Discover compelling stories from memoirs to murder trials.
Ultimate Aussie Summer Reading Guide: Books & Thrillers
Discover the perfect books to accompany your Australian summer - from nostalgic beach reads to heart-pounding thrillers that will keep you captivated under the sun.
Canberra's Literary Events Guide This Month
Discover Canberra's vibrant literary calendar with author talks, poetry slams, and writing workshops happening across the capital this month.
Perth's Perfect Murder Mystery Setting Revealed
Discover why a Perth crime writer believes the affluent riverside suburb of Peppermint Grove provides the ideal backdrop for murder mysteries and dark fiction.
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