Aussie store pulls Harry Potter off shelves
An Australian book store has pulled Harry Potter books off its shelves after JK Rowling released a novel many have labelled transphobic.
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Acclaimed memoir coming to the big screen
An acclaimed Australian novel released earlier this year has been picked up by a production company to be translated to screen.
Behaviour that ‘shocked’ Trump’s own staff
A new book by one of the legendary Watergate reporters reveals the shock, frustration and occasional horror of Donald Trump’s staff.
Harry Potter star defends J.K. Rowling
An actor who played a beloved Harry Potter character has thrown his support behind J.K. Rowling, saying he doesn’t find her trans views offensive.
Furious fans declare J.K. Rowling ‘dead’
Harry Potter author JK Rowling is at the centre of another social media pile-on, with a grim hashtag circulating after her latest move.
Kim Jong-un ‘hit on’ senior Trump staffer
Kim Jong-un was supposed to be focusing on his meeting with Donald Trump. Instead, he was more interested in one of the women in the room.
Melania ‘folded like a deck of cards’
A former friend of Melania Trump has confirmed she recorded her in secret and explained the thinking behind her most controversial outfit.
How WW2 changed everything for Aussie women
Seventy-five years ago when World War II ended, a new struggle was beginning for Australian women — and its effects are still being felt today.
The truth about The Devil Wears Prada
In his memoir The Chiffon Trenches, the first black man to hold the editor-at-large title at Vogue details a dizzying rise to fashion’s front row before being dumped by Anna Wintour and what The Devil Wears Prada got wrong. EXCLUSIVE EXTRACT
Melania on tape slamming her husband
A former friend of Melania Trump who has fallen out with the First Lady recorded her making “disparaging remarks” about Trump family members.
Agatha Christie’s great detective makes a comeback
One of literature’s greatest characters, crime writing superstar Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot, is enjoying a second coming thanks to an unusual quirk of fate.
Game of Thrones book six is finally on its way
COVID-19 has forced author George R.R. Martin to churn out more pages in his long-awaited Game Of Thrones book six, pushing forward the release date. But that’s two years too late after the TV series went its own way, Duncan Lay writes.
Lisa Wilkinson to spill the beans on Karl
Television host Lisa Wilkinson is quietly working on a tell-all autobiography that will detail her public break-up with Nine and the Today show.
Is this where William Tyrrell was hidden?
Bombshell claims about missing toddler William Tyrrell’s abduction have been revealed in stunning new book.
‘Beyond ridiculous’: Innocent man jailed
A forensic anthropologist looking at the wrongful murder conviction of an Indigenous man says it was so “awful” it’s hard to be believe it’s not fiction.
Exclusive short story The Piano
A woman left alone hears ghostly piano notes that appear to summon a husband long-gone. This is The Piano, an exclusive short story by author Polly Crosby.
Truth behind Meghan’s first royal photo
Meghan Markle’s first outing as Prince Harry’s girlfriend was a big moment – but a new book reveals what was going on behind the scenes.
Top secret royal wedding details revealed
Long before ‘Megxit’ plagued the royal family, Harry and Meghan’s wedding was all we could talk about. Here’s what we missed, according to new book.
Meghan’s shock final statement revealed
Finding Freedom has dropped with bombshells aplenty, including the words Meghan uttered on her last day as an official royal.
‘Meghan believed she could change world’
Bombshell royal biography Finding Freedom, released Tuesday, reveals Meghan was the victim of nasty whispers and criticism by royal courtiers.
Soap star was abused in front of grandma
Young and the Restless star Melody Thomas Scott is speaking out about the horrific sexual abuse she suffered as a child.
Royal row over Archie’s private christening
Meghan Markle had strong words about her critics after backlash surrounding her decision to keep Archie’s christening private.
‘Uncomfortable’ reality about new book
Its authors have insisted Meghan and Harry were not interviewed for Finding Freedom, but those who have read the bombshell release have their doubts.
X-rated hidden meaning in fairytale
A leading academic has explained the true message behind Jack And The Beanstalk. Spoiler alert: It’s exactly what it sounds like.
How COVID-19 has changed what books we’re reading
Coronavirus has had a surprising impact on the world of books – and on the behaviour of booklovers across Australia has changed forever.
The Secret author’s pandemic positives
Australian author Rhonda Byrne reveals how she finally made her hit self-help book The Secret into a movie after a decade of work and how COVID-19 can be seen as an opportunity.
Huge flaw in new Twilight book
As a new Twilight prequel is set to hit shelves, a disturbing theme in Bella and Edward’s love story has fans up in arms.
Top media exec’s next big move
As one of the most powerful players in Australian media, Siobhan McKenna is used to taking risks. This time, she is putting everything on the line with a new book.
Need a happiness boost? These quokkas can help
Award-winning photographer Alex Cearns has exclusively shared incredibly cute quokka photos from her upcoming book, The Quokka’s Guide to Happiness.
McConaughey makes surprising announcement
Matthew McConaughey is the latest celeb to announce he’s releasing a memoir, or a “a playbook based on adventures in his life”.
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