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Books

Book talk: World War II drama

This week, Michael Popple checks out a new World War II drama, Night Lessons in Little Jerusalem. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog: unseenlibrary.com Night Lessons in Little...

Book talk: Tales of suspense and betrayal

Jeff Popple reviews three tales of suspense and betrayal. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Lizard by Dugald Bruce-Lockhart Muswell Press, $29.99 Set in the sweltering Greek Islands, The...

5 great Mother’s Day reads

Jeff Popple reviews five great Australian Mother's Day reads for mum! More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Zen Mamas by Teresa Palmer and Sarah Wright Olsen Ebury, $34.99 This inspiring...

Book talk: Wartime service

For Anzac Day, 25 April, this week Jeff Popple reviews three books of wartime service. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Battles for Kokoda Plateau by David...

Book talk: Recent releases for lockdown

This week Michael Popple checks three great recent releases to read during your coronavirus lockdown.  You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog, unseenlibrary.com. Gathering Dark by Candice Fox Bantam, $32.99 Blair...

Book talk: 3 great Easter reads

Jeff Popple reviews three great Easter reads to self-isolate with this Easter eggstra-long weekend. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Guest List by Lucy Foley Harper Collins, $29.99 The Guest...

Book talk: Interesting history books

Jeff Popple reviews three interesting history books about serial killers, spies and East Timor. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Killing Streets by Tanya Bretherton Hachette, $32.99 Serial killers...

Bookshop sells care packages for the soul

People are turning to books to see them through days spent inside, and Beyond Q bookshop is providing comfort for the soul with book-filled care packages.

Book talk: 3 historical novels by Australian authors

With almost everything cancelled and most of us spending more time at home, hunkering down during the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic presents an opportunity to catch up on our reading. But with so...

Book talk: Novels by Australian women authors

Jeff Popple reviews three engrossing novels by Australian women authors. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Where The Truth Lies by Karina KilmoreSimon & Schuster, $29.99 Author Karina Kilmore...

Q&A: Desire Lines author Felicity Volk

Canberra author Felicity Volk has just released her second novel. Set largely in Canberra, Desire Lines follows a love story that spans decades and continents, intersected with the growth and change of the Nation’s Capital.

Book talk with Jeff Popple: Autumn reads

CW Book talk writer Jeff Popple looks at three enjoyable autumn reads.

Book talk: Unusual crime fiction

This week Michael Popple reviews three unusual crime fiction novels. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog.

Book talk: The Good Turn

Jeff Popple reviews an exceptional new novel by Australian author Dervla McTiernan, The Good Turn. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Australian author Dervla McTiernan’s first two novels, The...

Book talk: Crime novels from around the world

Jeff Popple reviews three new crime novels from around the world. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Kissing House by Michael Pert Sid Harta, $29.95 Local author Canberra author Michael...

Book talk: Romantic novels for Valentine’s Day

Jeff Popple reviews three romantic novels for Valentine’s Day. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Jane In Love by Rachel Givney Michael Joseph, $32.99 This charming debut novel by Melbourne...

Book talk: New fantasy novels

This week, Michael Popple reviews three excellent new fantasy novels. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog: unseenlibrary.com The Last Smile in Sunder City by Luke Arnold Orbit, $22.99 Fletch Phillips is a...

Book talk: Self-help reads to put you on the right path

Jeff Popple reviews three self-help reads to set you on the right path in 2020! More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Art of Rest by Claudia Hammond Canongate, $29.99 January...

Book talk: Gambling and the ‘Shark Arm Murder’

Jeff Popple reviews three books about ANZACs, gambling and the shark arm murder for Australia Day. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Please Gamble Irresponsibly by Titus O’Reily Michael...

Book talk: Exciting crime fiction

This week, Michael Popple reviews three exciting new pieces of crime fiction. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog: unseenlibrary.com Just Watch Me by Jeff Lindsay Orion, $29.99 Riley Wolfe is...

Book talk: Paranoia, romance and serial killers

Jeff Popple reviews three enjoyable novels about paranoia, romance and serial killers to distract you from the heat this summer. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Deep State...

Book talk: 5 great summer reads

Jeff and Michael Popple recommend five great summer reads to keep you entertained or relaxed at the pool, beach or backyard. More of their reviews can be found on their blogs: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com...

Book talk: 5 holiday novels

Jeff and Michael Popple recommend five good holiday novels. More of their reviews can be found on their blogs: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com and the unseenlibrary.com 1 The Last Resort by Marissa Stapley Allen & Unwin, $29.99 The Last...

Book talk: Christmas gifts

This week Michael Popple suggests two good books and a graphic novel to give as gifts this Christmas. by Jeffrey Archer, Dacre Stoker and J. D. Barker… Heads You Win by Jeffrey Archer Macmillan,...

Book talk: Books for Christmas

Jeff Popple recommends five books to put under the tree this Christmas. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com Blue Moon by Lee Child Bantam, $32.99 Jack Reacher is the classic...

Book talk: Peace by Garry Disher

Jeff Popple reviews an exceptional new novel, Peace by Australian author, Garry Disher. A follow-up to classic Australian crime novel Bitter Wash Road.

Book talk: Exciting Crime novels

Jeff Popple reviews three new exciting crime novels. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com The Night Fire by Michael Connelly Allen & Unwin, $32.99 Harry Bosch is back in another...

Book talk: Three leading authors

This week, Michael Popple looks at outstanding books from three leading authors. You can find more of Michael’s book reviews on his blog: unseenlibrary.com. The Harp of Kings by Juliet Marillier Macmillan, $29.99 The warriors...

Book talk: The dark side of Coastal living

Jeff Popple reviews three new novels about ghosts, farming and the dark side of coastal living. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com. The Shape of Night by Tess...

Book talk: On A Wing And A Prayer

Jeff Popple reviews a fascinating true story about a 1930s air race. More of Jeff’s reviews can be found on his blog: murdermayhemandlongdogs.com. On A Wing And A Prayer by Di Websdale-Morrissey Text, $32.99. In...
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