It’s not all good vibrations,as our reviewers reveal in this week’s pick of fiction and non-fiction releases.
The latest book by David Nicholls is a celebration of the rare connection that can lift people out of seemingly intractable isolation.
This month brings lyrics from Kazuo Ishiguro,a Miles Franklin winner’s latest novel,the return of Miranda July,a surprise sequel from Colm Toibin and spacey stories from Ceridwen Dovey.
Some of Australia’s highest profile writers,including a dual Miles Franklin winner,have announced they will no longer work with the library.
Matters of the heart have inspired authors throughout time. Here are the best picks from classic stories to modern romance.
Rising Hollywood star Angourie Rice| One writer’s Ozempic weight-loss conflict| F1 driver Mark Webber and his life-saving mate| A comedian’s advice to their younger self
Tell Mum she’ll need to make some space on the bookshelves.
Plus:get ready for the weekend with these fresh diversions.
Tana French’s The Hunter brings back the Chicago detective who has taken refuge in the west of Ireland.
With her online following,podcast and bestselling book,Katy Hessel has become an art-world superstar. But she’s not without her critics.
Our reviewers cast their eyes over the eight books you’re about to see everywhere.