Displaced: A Rural Life
Reviewed onJohn Kinsella is an Australian poet, novelist, critic, essayist and editor and his memoir is a fascinating read. Unconventional in style, Kinsella’s passions shine through the text, which scatters details …
Read moreWave after Wave: Writers from the Indian Ocean
Reviewed onThis diverse collection of writing – short fiction, poetry and memoir – probes the notions of home, heritage and belonging with bravery and perspective. Through ten fresh and insightful voices, …
Read moreThe Sky Falls Down: An Anthology of Loss
Reviewed onThe Sky Falls Down is an elegant anthology of writings on loss. A selection of poetry, prose and memoir from 89 writers across Australia, this collection depicts loss as a …
Read moreWritten half in poetry and half in prose, Light Up the World is a book of guidance which encourages its readers to journey inwards and find their own truth. It …
Read moreRapture’s Roadway
Reviewed onRapture’s Roadway by Virginia Jealous is a multi-layered, lyrical work of creative non-fiction. In this blend of travelogue, memoir and literary criticism, Jealous follows the life and work of poet …
Read moreThe Wooleen Way
Reviewed onDavid Pollock’s engrossing read tells the story of his passionate mission to renew his family’s massive pastoral property in Western Australia’s southern rangelands. It follows on from his appearances on …
Read moreTraverse
Reviewed onA new book by Belgian-born Australian writer Tineke van der Eecken, Traverse is a mix of travel narrative and personal memoir. Married to geologist husband Dirk, Tineke has relocated their …
Read moreVodka & Apple Juice
Reviewed onJay Martin’s memoir takes us from her ordinary life as a senior public servant in Canberra to her experiences as a diplomat’s wife in Poland. Although Jay throws herself into …
Read moreMeet Me at the Intersection
Reviewed onThis powerful anthology of short stories, memoir and poetry is an important and compelling contribution to the ‘Own Voices’ literary movement in Australia. This collection showcases stories by First Nations …
Read moreThis eloquent, moving and heartfelt memoir will have readers riveted from start to end. Born in exile to ANC freedom fighters, Sisonke lived in various parts of Africa, Canada and …
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