The Writing NSW staff share what we’ve been reading this August.

‘Every person in the production process is very important. Author, reader and everyone in between – it doesn’t work without them!’

“This is an authentic work, rich in imagery and colloquialisms; a collection that is a true Australian record.”
Beatriz Copello reviews Alan Wearne’s These Things Are True, a witty collection of short narratives and poetry.

Robert Fairhead reviews Bluebottle by Belinda Castles:
“Castles has written a beautiful book. Her flowing narrative, well-crafted characters and underlying dark suspense had me hooked until the last page.”

Kristyn M. Levis reviews After I’m Gone by Linda Green, a compelling novel when puts a creative lens on the experience of a woman who suffers from domestic violence.

Adele Dumont reveals some of her experiences from her one week residency with Varuna. She reflects on how the fellowship gave her the opportunity to disconnect from her normal rhythm and write in a new environment.

Check out Writing on Our Calendar to see what’s on around NSW this August!