Kate Mildenhall's new literary thriller, 'The Hiding Place', follows eight friends who buy an abandoned mining town. Their dream of a private Eden quickly unravels, exposing modern tensions. A must-read for 2026.
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has imploded, leaving thousands of books in warehouse limbo. Discover the fallout for authors, publishers, and the iconic literary festival's future.
The Adelaide Festival Corporation has reinstated Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah to Writers' Week and apologised after her controversial exclusion caused mass boycotts and the 2026 program's collapse.
The full program for Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 is out! Discover the dates, featured authors, and key events for Australia's premier literary festival. Plan your visit now.
The iconic Adelaide Writers' Week festival has been officially abandoned for 2026. Organisers express 'deep regret' over the decision, marking a major blow to South Australia's cultural calendar.
The Adelaide Writers' Festival faces mass withdrawals and board resignations after disinviting author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Federal Minister Madeleine King supports the decision, citing 'vile commentary'. Read the latest.
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
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 is under threat of collapse as nearly 100 writers withdraw over a sponsorship controversy. Discover the crisis facing Australia's premier literary festival.
Adelaide Festival faces a major boycott after removing Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah from its writers' week program, sparking accusations of racism and censorship. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Explore the strange and wonderful world of writers through their favourite foods. A new cookbook reveals the recipes behind literary legends like DH Lawrence and Maya Angelou. Discover how to host your own literary dinner party.
Hunter writers are invited to enter the Newcastle Herald's annual short story competition. Inspired by local photographs, entries close December 22, 2025, with great prizes to be won.
The Tough Guy Book Club in Newcastle proves the literary man is thriving. Men gather monthly in pubs to discuss books, build friendships and challenge stereotypes about male reading habits.
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.
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.
Discover Canberra's vibrant literary calendar with author talks, poetry slams, and writing workshops happening across the capital this month.
Discover why Edinburgh captivates travellers with its stunning contrasts - ancient castles against modern life, literary history alongside vibrant festivals, and dramatic landscapes meeting urban energy.
Discover why a Perth crime writer believes the affluent riverside suburb of Peppermint Grove provides the ideal backdrop for murder mysteries and dark fiction.