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You might have seen Liam Pieper’s recent article in The Guardian about his experience working as a ghostwriter. Appreciation is a fictional exploration of the same career, offering a scathing but hilarious take on Australian celebrity culture.
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Ana Magdalena Bach is happily married with no reason to escape her husband and children. Yet, every August, she travels to the island where her mother is buried to take a new lover for one night.
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Al Pacino's long-awaited memoir is here. From his bohemian existence in New York to his grand entrance into the world of film, the book reveals the actor’s love for his craft. Coming October 2024.
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Poet and bestselling novelist Peter Goldsworth offers lessons in how to live life in the shadow of an incurable illness.
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Hustle culture. Burnout. Quiet quitting. When did we decide that we must either sacrifice ourselves for success or reject the idea of ambition altogether? Cal Newport’s new book suggests a new approach: slow productivity. It will change how you work, manage your energy, and so much more.
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Introducing the first Bluey book for older kids. Join the Heeler family in a game of trains in this illustrated chapter book for readers 6+.
Take me thereA sizzling new sports romance
From the author of the TikTok-famous Greatest Love series comes the first book in a new series, Lucky Hit. Oakley’s one goal is to be drafted into the NHL, and Ava’s goal is to never date a hockey player again. But even the best-made plans don’t always pan out.
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Look forward to Easter festivities with these fun children’s books. Easter egg hunts await!
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Learn how to cook like Mary with hundreds of tried-and-test recipes. From cheesy cottage pie to sumptuous pastries, this book is the crowning glory of every cook’s shelf.
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The author shares how she approached New York firefighters and what she learned from them while researching for Devil’s Kitchen.
5 Penguin books have made the Notables list this year. Learn more about them here.
Author and motorsport journalist Andrew van Leeuwen shares some surprising facts (and fictions) about the sport.
Easter is almost here – and there is no better gift to give than a book! Learn more about some of the best books to gift older readers.
In honour of International Women’s Day, we asked some of our inspiring women authors to share the books they love.
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Find out why Georgia Harper’s writing routine ruined her mum’s idyllic vision of a writerly life. Plus, learn about her love for Anne Rice and her unlucky skill for attracting strangers’ stories.
Sarah-Jane Collins shares how her background as a reporter inspired her to write her debut novel, Radiant Heat.
Plus, find out why he taught himself to memorise an entire deck of cards while researching for the novel.
Plus, learn about which fictional character he’d like to dine with and the musician he always turns to when singing karaoke.
She took up a few new hobbies, including horseback riding, sewing and Georgian dance.
Plus, the cosy fictional world she’d most like to live in.
We caught up with debut author Ela Lee to learn about how she made time for writing while working full-time, her ‘big break’ into publishing and more.
Plus find out why he’d choose to live in Middle Earth and main difference between him and Hugh Jackman.
The debut author also shares the fictional character she’d most like to meet and why she loved Lemony Snicket’s writing as a child.
The Fresh Voices of 2023 look back on what they found most surprising when publishing their debut novels.
The Fresh Voices of 2023 share their advice with fellow writers. Whether you’re aspiring to get your book published or looking for writing tips, these words of wisdom will help.
An author and editor share the unique publication story of Amy Doak's debut novel, Eleanor Jones is Not a Murderer.
A deeply moving novel to read with your book club.
We caught up with Jessica Yu to learn more about her writing routine and the shortlist award that helped launch her career.
Debut author Jessica Seaborn shares a few things that helped her get her debut novel, Perfect-ish, published.
Plus, find out what inspired Claire's first novel and how her previous work experience helped her write The Secrets of the Huon Wren.
We chatted with sydney khoo about writing routines, fanfic, and how the Write It fellowship lead to their first book deal and debut novel, The Spider and Her Demons.
The 2022 Penguin Literary Prize winner shares her unique method of writing On a Bright Hillside in Paradise.
‘I did any job that enabled me to be paid to write.’
Find out how she was inspired by her experience as a makeup artist and woman living in modern Trinidad.
An exploration of mental health and family to read with your book club.
Plus find out how they turned a university project into a debut novel.
A satirical, madcap roller-coaster ride through Hollywood to read with your book club.
Plus find out why he loves David Sedaris and what inspired him to become a writer.
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Topped with spinach, tomatoes and cheesy eggs this breakfast pizza is perfect for a speedy high protein breakfast.
This high protein soup is packed with rice noodles, bean sprouts and juicy king prawns in a spicy, coconut sauce.
Whip up this easy brioche bake for a crowd-pleasing brunch dish or prep in advance and pop in the freezer for a low effort weekend breakfast in the future.
Whether you prep this easy dish in advance or cook straight away, this warming one pot recipe is highly adaptable and can be made on the hob, in a slow cooker or pressure cooker.
Batch prep these easy feta and spinach filo swirls ahead of time and freeze for an easy snack or light meal later.
Cooked on low for 8 hours, the tender duck will simply fall off the bone, ready to be wrapped in tortillas with spring onions, cucumber and hoisin sauce in this slow cooker take on the classic takeaway dish.
Packed with butter beans and spicy chorizo this easy stew is topped with pine nuts, fresh basil and dollops of pesto.
A meat-free take on the classic dish, this hearty hot pot is packed with lentils, mushrooms and carrots. Swap the Worcestershire sauce for Henderson's Relish for a fully vegetarian version.
Inspired by the classic pasta dish, this easy one-pot dish sees cod fillets cooked in a rich tomato sauce with olives, capers and anchovies.
A wholesome comfort classic, this warming one-pot casserole is ideal for cold winter evenings.
This simple tomato pasta is stirred through with Boursin cheese to create a silky smooth creamy sauce.
Whenever I go to a BBQ restaurant, I have a difficult time choosing between chicken or beef. I usually lean toward chicken and save beef for special occasions. You really can’t go wrong with a spiced chicken on the BBQ.
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Print and customise this Ranger’s Apprentice holiday card to share with your loved ones this year.
Celebrate Grandparents' Day with this free, printable card featuring Spot the dog.
Get in to the Christmas spirit with the Alice-Miranda activity!
Bluey and Bingo share their guide for making Dad laugh this Father's Day.
In need of some book week costume ideas? Look no further, these book week costumes are super simple and kid approved.
How to make your own Ranger's Apprentice Cloak for book week and beyond!
Dream differently with this beautiful activity pack!
Celebrate football and the team spirit of the CommBank Matildas with this activity
Follow along with Bluey and make mum a queen's crown for Mother's Day!