‘My parents ensured I survived’
As a child in the Holocaust, Australia’s Diane Armstrong escaped a city that is once again a place of terror. Today she addresses a little-known – but very relevant – chapter of WWII.
Books
Why we need to know the dirty truth about Ned Kelly
The man behind a new investigation into Ned Kelly’s crimes and capture has lifted the lid on one of Australian history’s most divisive characters.
‘30 theories’: FBI reveals why man ‘betrayed’ Anne Frank
The prime suspect in Anne Frank’s betrayal may have been driven by one tragic reason, a new book reveals. READ EXCLUSIVE EXTRACT
The friend who haunted me in my dreams
Vanessa McCausland has had many friendships come and go — but there was one that gave her inspiration for her new book.
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A new book Bachelor and MAFS fans will love
The rise of popular reality TV romance shows like The Bachelor and MAFS have inspired author Kaneana May’s new book, titled The One.
Tasmania’s hold on our imagination
For storytellers, as for real estate agents, so much rests on the location. Bestselling author Sarah Barrie reveals why Tasmania’s eerie landscape and violent history have become a go-to backdrop for stories on both page and screen.
Our daughters’ worst nightmares made real
In today’s toxic teen culture of online slut-shaming and revenge porn, Tess Woods’ new novel was inspired by her own experience of motherhood — and became an outlet for her worst nightmares about it.
Moriarty’s terrifying new thriller in case of The Ex
It’s not just Liane Moriarty who specialises in Big Little Lies. Her sister Nicola’s new creation weaves a terrifying tale of deception, love and baggage — and the dangers of swiping right.
How to write a smash-hit thriller
The Bone Collector author Jeffery Deaver is considered a magician of the thriller. Focused on telling the story of a new crime hero, he shares the method to his madness.
Women’s fiction more than a moneymaker
Women’s fiction is often mocked as a lesser form of literature, frothy with no substance to keep the ladies happy. I disagree — it shines a light on society’s evolving concerns.
Exposing a girl-power fraud
In an age where spotlight-hungry fraudsters are exposed with shocking regularity, new domestic noir hit The Accusation poses questions about frauds, media darlings and girl power.
Everything was f****d: Manson’s uncomfortable truth
Mark Manson was catapulted to fame overnight for putting the F-word on books. But the rock star of writers had to accept a few hard truths in order to deliver his highly anticipated follow-up.
Aussie author’s new book takes us back to the Gold Rush
From oppression overseas to the gold rush and horror of the Eureka Stockade, Mary-Anne O’Connor’s latest work is historical escapism in epic, sweeping form.
World-famous author Paullina Simons’ gamechanging move
Can books keep up in the age of streaming — and do they even need to? World-famous author Paullina Simons will find out with a decision that could turn traditional publishing on its head.
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