The true monsters of literature
When COVID-19 restrictions were removed and regional Victorians were allowed to leave their towns to travel, my family packed our…
Why children’s books are a great way to inspire kids to dream big
This guest post from Ethicool Books co-founder, Teigan Margetts. Teigan and her publishing company have a wonderful ethos, creating picture…
I wonder what my favourite literary introverts would think of lockdown
Like no other disaster before it, the coronavirus lockdown has separated the introverts from the extroverts. As news of the…
Forget COVID, it might be Dostoyevsky that pushes me over the edge
I’ve got to admit that I’m struggling. I know, I know – as Victoria enters its gazillionth week of lockdown…
Book Review: Too Much Lip by Melissa Lucashenko
Too Much Lip has been on of my books of the year. From the first page, I was pulled into…
Book Review: The Gustav Sonata by Rose Tremain
The Gustav Sonata tells the story of a young boy who is rejected by his mother, but who finds love…
Book Review: The Reluctant Fundamentalist by Mohsin Hamid
It’s always great to read a book that challenges your assumptions and The Reluctant Fundamentalist definitely did that for me.…
My favourites … updated
As Victoria looks ahead to months of lockdown, and readers rely on great books for consolation, distraction and entertainment, here…
The more you read, the more you know … how much you don’t know
“The more I learn, the more I realize how much I don't know.” Albert Einstein There are many things I…
Book review: Educated by Tara Westover
Tara Westover’s Educated was such a fascinating read. This bestselling book is the memoir of a woman who was brought…
