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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Books

Canberra-based poet explores place, space, and magpies

Kimberly K. Williams began writing her third book, Still Lives, before leaving her home in the USA and moving to Canberra. Created over a three-year period, the collection of poems explores themes of space, place, and is speckled with influences of Australian birdlife.

Canberra authors crowned jewels of historical romance

Two Canberra authors have been recognised for their work in Regency literature at the recent Romantic Book of the Year (RuBY) awards. Samara Parish and Charlotte Anne have been announced as winner and runner up in the historical romance category at the recent gala dinner hosted by Romance Writers of Australia.

Find diversity on the shelves at The Book Cow in Kingston

The team at independent bookstore, The Book Cow in Kingston, are passionate about ensuring all members of the community are represented in their collection.

Bernard Collaery exposé on ACT Book of the Year shortlist

Bernard Collaery’s exposé of the Australian Government’s exploitation of East Timor, a history of censorship in Australia, essays about travel and writing, and volumes of poetry are among the six books shortlisted for the 2021 ACT Book of the Year, which recognises quality contemporary literary works by ACT-based authors.

Book talk: spies, lies and a shipwreck

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three books about spies, lies and a terrible shipwreck. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: 3 great books for Father’s Day

Jeff Popple reviews three great books for Dad this Father’s Day! More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Canberra’s Book Cow understands the importance of the school library

The team at popular independent bookstore, The Book Cow in Kingston, know that well-resourced libraries run by qualified staff are essential for any great school.

Book talk: shocking and distinctive thrillers

This week, Michael Popple reviews three recent shocking and distinctive thrillers. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog.

Book talk: 3 new Australian novels

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three new Australian novels. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Make time to share a story with loved ones this Book Week

With Book Week approaching, the team at The Book Cow in Kingston are eager to remind parents and caregivers how important it is to take some time out and share a story with your young ones.

Book talk: Dark side of the art world

Jeff Popple reviews three books about the dark side of the art world. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Community comes first at The Book Cow in Kingston

Canberra independent bookstore, The Book Cow, is helping to create a precinct that is an oasis for shoppers and a place for events, while also boosting the local economy in the Inner South.

Book talk: cults, religion and conspiracies

Jeff Popple reviews three books about cults, religion, and conspiracies. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: Australian crimes

Jeff Popple reviews three books about Australian crimes, both true and fictional. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: murder, mystery and dachshunds

Jeff Popple reviews three new novels about murder, mystery and dachshunds. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: Fantasy and science fiction novels

Michael Popple highlights three incredible fantasy and science fiction novels. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog

Book talk: good reads for a winter’s evening

Jeff Popple reviews three good reads for a winter’s evening. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: debut novels from Australian authors

Jeff Popple reviews three new debut novels by Australian authors. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: 3 Australian books on war and adventure

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three Australian books about war and adventure. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: 3 books about the Australian outback

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three books about the Australian outback. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: 3 recent novels across the genres

This week, Michael Popple highlights three exceptional recent novels from across the genres. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog.

Book talk: 3 new novels by Australian authors

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three new novels by Australian authors. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: 3 non-fiction books by Aussie authors

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three topical non-fiction books by Australian authors.

Meet Canberra’s own Mr. Men Little Miss superfan

Canberra’s own Mr. Men Little Miss superfan, Michael Ubrihien, has amassed a jaw-dropping collection of over 880 items.

Book talk: 3 great books for Mother’s Day

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three great books for Mum this Mother’s Day! More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.

Book talk: The German Wife by Kelly Rimmer

This week, Michael Popple reviews an outstanding war story from a talented Australian author, The German Wife by Kelly Rimmer.

Scott Leggo Gallery: Canberra’s home of premium landscape photography

If you're after a striking image of Australia, look no further than a premium artwork from one of Australia’s foremost landscape photographers, Scott Leggo.

Shelley Burr enjoys ‘whirlwind’ writing debut novel ‘Wake’

For Canberra author Shelley Burr, the last four years spent working on her first novel, crime-fiction Wake, has been “an absolute whirlwind”.

Book talk: 3 thrilling books for the Easter long weekend

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three thrilling books to keep you entertained over the Easter long weekend.

Book talk: April reading

Jeff Popple reviews three new books to start your April reading with. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog.
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