Explore Elizabeth Harrower's life, literary career, and the reasons behind her writing hiatus, as revealed in two recent biographies. Key themes: feminist critics, relationships, and Sydney literary scene.
Satu Rämö's 'The Clues in the Fjord' wins the Petrona Award! Translator Kristian London, editor Kasim Mohammed, and Rämö express gratitude. Judges praise the novel's atmosphere, plot, and character depth.
James Daunt is revitalizing Barnes & Noble and Waterstones, facing Amazon's dominance. He focuses on store aesthetics, local teams, and fighting censorship to boost book sales and community engagement.
Brown's 'Defiance' champions eco-activism, defying corporate power and inspiring action. It highlights environmental battles, celebrates nature's protectors, and urges joyful, bold resistance against Earth's destruction.
Intellectuals are increasingly embracing faith, contrasting the earlier dominance of scientism. This shift reflects a renewed interest in transcendent qualities and a critique of purely rational approaches.
Larry McMurtry's 'Lonesome Dove' sees renewed popularity driven by TV adaptations ('Yellowstone'), a 40th-anniversary edition, and a revived interest in American West cowboy culture. Book sales soar!
Drusilla Modjeska explores overlooked women artists, their art, and roles as muses. From Modersohn-Becker to Lee Miller, their stories emerge, challenging art history's male dominance. Keywords: women artists, Modjeska, surrealism.
Jamie Smart's 'Rabbit vs Ape' leads indie children's books. Ben Elton gains with indies. Indie Top 20 sees Super Thursday releases, including Billy Bragg. Mackesy returns to top.
Walter Marsh's 'The Butterfly Thief' unveils the story of Wyatt, a butterfly thief, linking his crimes to colonial history, scientific exploration, and ethical concerns in museum collections. Repainted butterflies, museum heists, and historical insights.
Frankfurt Book Fair 2025 highlights include Matt Haig's new book, fantasy, romcoms, popular psychology, and escapist non-fiction. Publishers are optimistic despite market challenges, focusing on shorter books for younger readers.
Unmasking myths around high-rise British housing: tenant action, safety concerns from Ronan Point to Grenfell, and the social impact. Lessons on safety, investment, and tenant views remain unlearned.
Authors are shifting from YouTube & X to TikTok & Instagram, driven by visual content. Bluesky also sees growth. X's popularity declines due to content concerns. Instagram leads in engagement.
Authors discuss their new books: Vuong's family themes, Weaver's sequel challenges, King's exploration of love, and Banville's Venetian ghost story. Politics, relationships, and mystery are explored.
Federline recalls Spears' infidelity in Amsterdam, marking a turning point in their relationship. He expresses concern for their children amidst the turmoil after meeting and marrying in 2004.
Kamala Harris faces scrutiny for perceived inadequacies and controversial actions, yet maintains a devoted following. Her future political aspirations, despite past shortcomings, remain a topic of discussion. Trump's claims are mentioned.
Two books explore the Erin Patterson trial, focusing on the beef Wellington poisoning case. They analyze evidence, jury perspectives, and legal proceedings surrounding the deaths.
Alfred Beach's secret pneumatic subway under Broadway faced political hurdles despite its innovative design. A glimpse into early mass transit challenges and parallels with modern projects like Hyperloop.
