Sex joke’s brutal backfire on genius
Everyone knows the name Oppenheimer, thanks to the blockbuster biopic. But an ugly bullying incident in the scientist’s past gives new insight into his character and motivation.
Books
Moment Seinfeld star tanked his own career
He was one of the biggest TV stars of the 90s – but Seinfeld actor Michael Richards blew up his career in one shocking night.
‘You can bet on that’: Radio queen’s rule
Worried our reliance on screens will mean people stop reading and kids forget how to play? Aussies have been there before, a fascinating new book reveals – and look what happened.
Joy, fear and endless shifts: the truth about motherhood
One moment you are invincible, the next you’re overcome by worry and a lifetime of work. There’s something we should know about women, says Cathy Kelly.
More Stories
The kick-ass spy you’ve never heard of
King’s spy, groundbreaking writer, ‘depraved whore’ – she was one of the most extraordinary women of her time. So why haven’t we heard of her?
Fury over author’s Barefoot Investor rant
An Aussie author who made extraordinary claims about The Barefoot Investor has been called out for hiding a key detail.
Fans shocked by Silverchair announcement
Former Silverchair members Ben Gillies and Chris Joannou have surprised fans with a big announcement – without any mention of Daniel Johns.
Big W blasts customer’s 1-star book review
Big W has hit back at a customer who gave a scathing one-star review to a book that explains how the Indigenous Voice to Parliament would work.
Ex KGB spy paid the highest price for secret life
He led a double life for almost 30 years working as a sleeper agent for the KGB, but Jack Barsky has one last mission to uncover his true identity and live a normal life.
‘Never cross ruthless Sharon Osbourne’
‘Out of control’ Sharon Osbourne attacked an enemy with a shoe, sent poo in the post and executed ‘extreme’ revenge on hubby Ozzy’s rock rivals, according to a new book.
The ‘real world’ topic behind Trent Dalton’s new novel
While his record-breaking debut is being turned into a big-name TV series, Trent Dalton’s next work tackles a heartbreaking topic based on 17 years of collecting real stories from our city streets.
‘Pornography’: US ban on Mem Fox kids book
A book by renowned Australian children’s author Mem Fox has been banned in Florida over alleged “pornography”, a move the author describes as “pitiful”.
Aussie retailers refuse to ban ‘evil’ book
Australia’s leading anti-hate advocacy group is calling for book retailers to remove an “evil” manifesto from their shelves.
Harry’s ghostwriter reveals ‘exasperation’
The ghostwriter of Prince Harry’s tell-all memoir Spare has revealed he shouted at the royal during a heated argument.
Original URL: https://www.ntnews.com.au/entertainment/books-magazines/books/page/25