In an unusual move,the Melbourne Writers Festival won’t allow the audience to stand up and ask questions at its sessions – and some festivalgoers are breathing a sigh of relief.
We have a glimpse into the letters of an editor who was frank,fair and often very encouraging – and went on to become a literary giant herself.
Dressed by some of the world’s finest designers,top model Diane Masters also worked with renowned photographers Helmut Newton,Athol Shmith and Bruno Benini.
Should Until August,which the great Colombian novelist didn’t want published,have seen the light of day?
On their way to Australia,Ann Patchett and Lauren Groff explain why selling certain books demands grit these days.
At the writers festival,there was near unanimity about the war Gaza and the plight of the Palestinians.
The Tortured Poets Department plays on the perennial image of the artist enduring torture because it is necessary to creativity.
When the bestselling crime writer was recovering from major surgery,her manuscript was snapped up,and she was on her way to literary success.
Marion Halligan’s advice on reading:“Read a wise book and lay its balm on your soul.”
Writers in this year’s Australia Day honours include Pamela Allen and Kate Llewellyn.
The dedication in a book can reveal a lot about an author or be cloaked in mystery.