Robert Fairhead reviews Kristel Thornell’s On the Blue Train, a novelisation of Agatha Christie’s disappearance in 1926.

“This book is one of those reads that provides adventure left, right and centre; perfect for quest-loving fans.”
Kristyn M. Levis’ review of Begone the Raggedy Witches gives a compelling impression of this exciting new book by Celine Kiernan.

“Every now and then a book comes along that is both exciting and hilarious, with a spatter of lessons which aren’t shoved down the reader’s throat. Wraith is one of those from the get-go.”
Kristyn M. Levis reviews Wraith by Alexandra and Shane Smithers, an exciting new addition to fictional literature.

Wondering what to do now that the weather has warmed up? We’ve got you covered. With tons of literary events and prizes happening in October, there is plenty to get you writing or to let you sit back and enjoy the creativity of others.

‘Write from the heart – write what scares you, what interests you; write out your most embarrassing thoughts. This is the stuff of common humanity.’

“The story is set in an alternate Victorian London, and the steampunk elements are woven beautifully into the narrative…”
Amanda McLeod reviews the action-packed YA novel The Traitor and the Thief by Gareth Ward.

“Always, a mirror is held up for the reader to re-examine themselves in the reflection of the work and the struggles of Indigenous peoples.”
Kyra Thomsen reviews Blakwork by Alison Whittaker, a poetry collection which provokes thought on contemporary and historical Indigenous consciousness in our society.

“A good interview can challenge and illuminate. It can explore paths neither the interviewer nor interviewee expected.”
Join Belinda Lopez on Saturday 20 October to learn how to use your interview as a storyteller.