Science fiction is a sub-genre of speculative fiction, which is the literature of change and discovery - works of fiction that defy the common laws of our reality such as superhero, fantasy, etc. … [Read more...]
How to Read and Understand a Difficult Book
Everyone likes a good read. But sometimes good reads are not that easy to understand. And this is just frustrating. And will make you put down that book and want to move on to the next. And this … [Read more...]
Over 70% of Aussies feel guilty when spending money
New research, commissioned by Evolution Media Group found that 72% of Australians have felt guilty about spending money and that females are almost three times more likely to feel guilty about their … [Read more...]
Now Say This: the right words to solve every parenting dilemma
A toddler meltdown over the wrong pair of pants, siblings fighting in the back of the car, constant struggles just to leave the house… these are some of the parenting dilemmas addressed in Now Say … [Read more...]
Alexis Wright wins 2018 Stella Prize for her biography of Tracker Tilmouth
Accomplished Australian author, Alexis Wright, has won the 2018 Stella Price for her book Tracker - a biography of Aboriginal leader, thinker and entrepreneur, Tracker Tilmouth. The Miles Franklin … [Read more...]
Australia’s Favourite Children’s Books 2017
Australia's leading bookseller, Dymocks, has released it's annual list of the Top 51 favourite children’s books as voted by the Australian public. Topping the 2017 list is classic picture book, The … [Read more...]
Best Ways to Market and Promote Your Book
Authors and publishers compete with thousands of other e-books in the market today. It is a challenge for an author to figure out how to market your book, make it stand out above the rest, and to … [Read more...]
Mills & Boon actively acquiring manuscripts for their sexiest romance series ever
Mills & Boon, Australia’s number one romance publishing brand, is actively acquiring manuscripts for their sexiest romance series ever. Mills & Boon DARE, a new series featuring strong, independent … [Read more...]
The Books at the Top of Christmas Wish Lists in Australia
Research into Australia’s reading habits shows we are a nation of booklovers with two in three people hoping to receive a book for Christmas. Australian book retailer Dymocks expects to sell well over … [Read more...]
Australian psychologist’s colouring for adults series selected as one of ‘Oprah’s Favorite Things’
Every year one of the world’s most influential women, Oprah Winfrey, puts together a list of her favourite things to help shoppers find the perfect gifts at Christmas. This year as part of her 101 … [Read more...]
Australia’s Most Loved Children’s Books for 2016
Dymocks has released its annual list of the Top 51 favourite children’s books as voted for by the Australian public. A record number of over 26,500 votes were cast, showing just how passionate … [Read more...]
Books for Fathers Day 2016
Looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift? Research shows you can’t go wrong with a good book. The latest Omnipoll survey shows that two thirds of Australian men* love relaxing with a great … [Read more...]
National Bookshop Day in Australia is 13 August 2016
This weekend in Australia we celebrate National Bookshop Day. Organised by the book industry association, this is a promotion aimed at highlighting the benefits to the community of nurturing and … [Read more...]
Get into Mum’s Good Books this Mother’s Day with these good reads
A recent OmniPoll survey commissioned by Dymocks found that three quarters of all Australians love reading a good book. Women lead the trend with 83 per cent making regular ‘me-time’ to read, compared … [Read more...]
‘Three Things Our Girls Must Know’ about high school, career and business
I will never forget your big almond watery eyes six months into your first year of prep school as you looked up at me and asked "How long does school go on for mummy?" I didn't have the heart to tell … [Read more...]
Look who made the shortlist for the Stella Prize 2016
The Shortlist for the 2016 Stella Prize has been announced. Six female authors will now compete for the $50,000 literary prize which recognises and celebrates Australian women writers. From more than … [Read more...]
2016 Stella Prize Longlist of Books by Australian Female Authors
Looking for a good read? Then you have to check out the 2016 Stella Prize Longlist of books written by Australian women in the past year. The Stella Prize is a major literary award celebrating … [Read more...]
Books: Mindfulness for Women by Vidyamala Burch & Claire Irvin
This month Hachette Australia are publishing 'Mindfulness for Women' by Vidyamala Burch and Claire Irvin. This book and CD/audio download package offers the perfect introduction to mindfulness … [Read more...]
Positive Female Fictional Characters Who Can Inspire Kids
In today's constantly connected world, children are exposed to more than you might like. It can be hard to know what books, movies and television shows have a positive influence on your kid’s life, … [Read more...]
Book Review: The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George
This book review was written by Kate Swann, a Melbourne psychologist who brings psychological insights to all her book and film reviews. The Little Paris Bookshop is a delicious book about love, and … [Read more...]
Sisters in Crime award the year’s Best Crime Books by Australian women
Sisters in Crime, Australia's leading organisation for women crime writers, has announced their picks for the year's best crime books by Australian women. Now in it's 15th year, the Davitt Awards, … [Read more...]
Book Review: ‘The First Bad Man’ by Miranda July
Cheryl Glickman has a system. She’ll eat out of a saucepan to cut down on washing up (plates are only for when there are guests). If new soap needs to be put in the bathroom, she’ll wait until the … [Read more...]
Book Review: HOLIDAYS by William McInnes
Australian actor and prolific author William McInnes, typifies so much of what is good about Australia, the straight-forward, community-minded Australia of his parents. His latest book, Holidays, … [Read more...]
What Does A FIFO Gal Gotta Do To Get A Guy Around Here?
Georgina Penney, author of the upcoming book, 'Fly In, Fly Out', provides us with a snapshot of the FIFO lifestyle and how difficult it can be for women working in remote locations, to find a love … [Read more...]
Book Review: NIGHTINGALE by Fiona McIntosh
Ever more relevant with the centenary of the Gallipoli Landings coming up next year, Fiona McIntosh's latest novel sweeps the reader back to World War I and to Turkey, where, in May 1915, British … [Read more...]
Kobo Aura H2O: World’s first Waterproof eReader launching in early 2015
Kobo has announced that the world’s first waterproof premium eReader, the Aura H2O will be available in Australia from February 2015. The high definition Aura H2O eReader is waterproof, dust-proof and … [Read more...]
Book Review: An Inconvenient Genocide by Geoffrey Robertson
Eminent Human Rights Lawyer Geoffrey Robertson QC, now living in London with his wife, Australian-born author Kathy Lette, was recently back in his home town Sydney to promote his latest book, An … [Read more...]
Book Review: The Lion Rampant by Blanche d’Alpuget
Novelist and Biographer Blanche d'Alpuget's latest novel, “The Lion Rampant” (the second book in her Lion quartet), brings alive the intriguing world of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. It is a … [Read more...]
Book Review: Breast Cancer – A journey from fear to empowerment by Cath Filby
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the sea of pink everywhere attests to the impact that this devastating disease has had upon society, affecting not only the sufferers but their carers and … [Read more...]
5 Skin Cancer Myths
As UV levels begin to rise across the country, skin cancer experts gathered in Melbourne today to debunk the myths about sun protection and cancer at the launch of a new book designed to set the … [Read more...]
Healing with Food: A Success Story with Soul
When author and restaurant owner Amanda Battley (pictured) was just 13-years-old, she made a decision that would set the course of her life. While other kids her age were hanging out at the fish and … [Read more...]
Random House Australia launches Crime & Thrillers website for fans of the genre
Random House Australia have launched a Crime & Thrillers website for fans of the popular genre, as well as a Facebook page and a brand new edition of the Random Books App – Crime Books App. In 2013, … [Read more...]
Alexander McCall Smith talks about his journey as a writer
Much-loved author of the popular series The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Alexander 'Sandy' McCall Smith is currently on tour in Australia to publicise his latest novel, The Forever Girl. I caught … [Read more...]
Book Review: The Forever Girl by Alexander McCall Smith
The Forever Girl is a stand-alone novel set in The Caymans, Scotland, Melbourne and Singapore. Its locations are exotic and include McCall Smith's beloved Edinburgh, its theme of love everlasting, … [Read more...]
How to be more Posh: Etiquette tips for social climbers
Being common is so 2013. In 2014, it's all about good manners, being polite to the person who just pushed in front of you in the queue, learning the proper way to eat and how to conduct yourself … [Read more...]
“The Weight Escape” – the best weight loss book you’ll read in 2014
Written by three Australian health experts, The Weight Escape: Stop fad dieting, start losing weight and reshape your life using cutting-edge psychology, is arguably the best weight loss book you'll … [Read more...]
Book Review: “Monkey Business” by Kathryn Ledson
One year from her debut novel Rough Diamond, Kathryn Ledson has followed up with an equally exciting sequel, Monkey Business. Erica Jewell is back doing what she does best – saving the day and saving … [Read more...]
Respect Trumps Harmony: 4 Tools for Building Resilient Teams
Rachael Robertson (pictured) led 18 strangers into the wilderness of Antarctica for an entire year through nine months of darkness, with no escape from the cold, howling winds or from each other. … [Read more...]
‘Tongue In Chic’ the new book by Vogue insider Kirstie Clements
Following the success of her bestselling memoir 'The Vogue Factor', fashion insider Kirstie Clements, has released a new book Tongue in Chic. In May 2012 Kirstie Clements was sacked after twenty-five … [Read more...]
Crime writer Sophie Hannah to continue Agatha Christie’s Poirot mysteries
Agatha Christie's "Hercule Poirot" novels will live on in 2014, with crime author Sophie Hannah chosen to carry on the tradition of inquisitive detective work. Agatha Christie introduced the Belgian … [Read more...]
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