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Dec 27

A Carol After Christmas

by Jess Starreveld on 27 December 2011

'Bah!' said Scrooge, 'Humbug!' 'Christmas – a humbug, uncle!,' said Scrooge's nephew. 'You don't mean that I am sure?' 'I do,' said Scrooge. 'Merry Christmas! What right have you to be merry? What reason have you to be merry?' – A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens Scrooge is a character that most of us know, and perhaps remember...

Dec 15

Top Ten Bestsellers of 2011

by Random House Australia on 15 December 2011

As the year is drawing to a close, it's only right that we look back on some of the most memorable books of the year. Here is a list Top Ten of bestselling books of 2011. Does your favourite appear on the list?   All           Book Author 1 INHERITANCE...

Dec 15

David Hockney Style

by Justin Ractliffe on 15 December 2011

‘Style is something you can use, and you can be like a magpie, just taking what you want. The idea of the rigid style seemed to me then something you needn't concern yourself with, it would trap you.’ – David Hockney David Hockney is known for many things – his paintings, photographs, stage designs and prints, that have made him one of the most influential artists...

It's 3-stories-high literary vortex and made entirely from Random House Australia books! Random House Australia is proud to be part of The Galeries's brilliant art exhibition called 'The Printed Word', celebrating the beauty of books and the love of literature. At the centre of the exhibition is a breathtaking 3-stories-high book chandelier installation. Various stores located within...