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Fans of Jamie Oliver’s ‘5 ingredients’ format will adore this cookbook all about Mediterranean cooking. With over 125 easy-to-follow recipes, you’ll have dinner on the table with minimal fuss and less washing-up.
Check it outThe Untold story of Charles Howard ‘Dick’ Ellis
In the 1980s, Ellis was posthumously of having been a ‘triple agent’ for Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union, having given a partial confession in the 60s. But what is the truth? Author Jesse Fink attempts to find out once and for all.
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Keep it classic this Father’s Day with the timeless gift of a Penguin book.
See our picksExperience the thrill of the inaugural Melbourne Cup
Following three characters from very different backgrounds, this historical fiction imagines what the first Melbourne Cup would have been like. Each party wants a chance at a new beginning – but only one will take home the gold.
Learn moreJack Morgan returns
. . . and this time, he’s in Rome. When a priest is murdered, Private agent, Matteo Ricci, becomes the number one suspect. Will Jack be able to prove Matteo’s innocence, or will he find himself in the heart of danger instead?
Take me thereEver dream of moving to Japan?
This hilarious and insightful memoir follows one Brit trying to assimilate to life in Japan. Follow him over ten years as takes readers from the chilling summit of Mont Fuji to the chaotic neon-lit streets of Tokyo.
Check it outThe book everyone is talking about
From the best-selling author comes this genre-bending book about the unsung life of George Orwell’s wife, Eileen. Already praised by reviewers as ‘irresistible’, ‘a masterpiece’ and ‘a nuanced, sophisticated literary achievement’, Wifedom is a must-read.
Check it outCBCA Book of the Year!
Neverlanders has won the 2023 CBCA Book of the Year for Older Readers. This is the first time in the award's 77-history that a graphic novel has received the honour.
Learn moreThe thrilling finale to the Bayview trilogy
The bestselling One of Us... series from Karen M. McManus has reached its epic conclusion, with one final deadly mystery to solve and dark secrets to uncover.
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On 9 August 2023, Penguin Random House AU hosted our first-ever in-house author event for Penguin Noir: A Crime Author Showcase.
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Give the gift of the perfect book this Father's Day.
Learn about Karen M. McManus’s Bayview High trilogy – comprising One of Us is Back, One of Us is Lying, and One of Us is Next, find out more about each book in the series.
In need of some book week costume ideas? Look no further, these book week costumes are super simple and kid approved.
T2 and Penguin Books Australia have joined forces to honour the perfect paring of tea and books.
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A deeply moving novel to read with your book club.
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Debut author Jessica Seaborn shares a few things that helped her get her debut novel, Perfect-ish, published.
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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.
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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.
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Plus find out how her sister inspired Ink Blood Sister Scribe and what she’s looking forward to most about being published in 2023.
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A story of motherhood, daughterhood, trauma, race, privilege, music and queerness to discuss with your book club.
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A life-affirming novel to read with your book club.
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The only prerequisite skill for preparing perfect 7-min eggs is a general knowledge of how to fill a pot with water.
A Brazilian-inspired bowl that’s just as good as the ones they make at your favourite café.
Vegetarian-friendly baked beans with added depth thanks to pomegranate molasses.
Alright, I might be from LA, and I also might have an avocado toast recipe in this book—truly the ultimate stereotype.
This is an impressive entree that can be made ahead, then finished off just before serving.
Here’s a dinner that’s fast, tasty, healthy, and just right for a summer evening.
This simple aubergine and tomato stew features salty capers and olives, perfect for serving for friends alongside focaccia and a fresh green salad.
Fresh pasta is easy. And the taste and mouthfeel are an experience unlike that of any boxed dry pasta you’ve had.
This is not a traditional Vietnamese dessert, but it’s a new family favourite recipe I just had to include in this book.
The combination of turmeric, coconut, prawn and pork in this recipe really makes this dish unique with a huge explosion of flavour.
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