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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.

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The 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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Books worth gifting this Father's Day

Keep it classic this Father’s Day with the timeless gift of a Penguin book.

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Level-up your life

These two inspiring books offer different takes to help you live a more fulfilled life. One book focuses on finding your purpose, while the other explains how why finding contentment in life is more important than seeking happiness.

Experience 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.

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Jack 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?

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Ever 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.

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The 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.

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CBCA 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.

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The 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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Contemplating a life change? You need to read this cosy Japanese fiction

Reviewers agree – if you’re feeling in a rut, it’s time to read What You Are Looking For is in the Library. Learn more and see what readers are saying about it.

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Eat like a Matildas player with these 5 easy recipes

Discover a few dishes Matildas players love and learn how to make them yourself.

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3 Rebecca Yarros books you need to read next

Love Rebecca Yarros? You’ll want to add these three books by the author to your must-read list.

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Penguin Random House AU celebrates first-ever Penguin Noir event

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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Books about books

Calling all book lovers: if you’re obsessed with reading, you’ll love these books about books.

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Fart and Burp are the perfect Book Week costumes for 2023

Get Book Week-ready with Zoë Foster Blake's beloved Fart and Burp characters.

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What to gift Dad for Father’s Day based on his personality

Give the gift of the perfect book this Father's Day.

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A useful guide to Karen M. McManus’s Bayview High books

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.

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10 easy book week costumes

In need of some book week costume ideas? Look no further, these book week costumes are super simple and kid approved.

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T2 and Penguin Random House AU announce limited edition gift packs

T2 and Penguin Books Australia have joined forces to honour the perfect paring of tea and books.

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Improve your life with the 10 rules of Ikigai

Nailing these essentials will help you discover your Ikigai and live your best life.

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The books everyone is talking about in 2023

See the books that readers are obsessing over lately.

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Sneak a peek at Matthew McConaughey’s first picture book

Learn about Matthew McConaughey's first picture book Just Because and listen to him read a few pages.

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QUIZ: Are you Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah?

Take this quiz to find out which side you stand on in the Conrad versus Jeremiah debate.

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A Year of Fresh Voices

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The Secrets of the Huon Wren book club questions

A deeply moving novel to read with your book club.

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How a dream inspired Jessica Yu's debut novel

We caught up with Jessica Yu to learn more about her writing routine and the shortlist award that helped launch her career.

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Jessica Seaborn on inspiration, observation and navigating the publishing process

Debut author Jessica Seaborn shares a few things that helped her get her debut novel, Perfect-ish, published.

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Claire van Ryn shares her unique 3-step writing process

Plus, find out what inspired Claire's first novel and how her previous work experience helped her write The Secrets of the Huon Wren.

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How fanfic inspired sydney khoo to become an author

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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How a Doctorate of Arts led Annette Higgs to her debut novel

The 2022 Penguin Literary Prize winner shares her unique method of writing On a Bright Hillside in Paradise.

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Breanne Mc Ivor shines light on the unique process of writing her debut novel

Find out how she was inspired by her experience as a makeup artist and woman living in modern Trinidad.

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The Days Toppled Over book club questions

An exploration of mental health and family to read with your book club.

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C.E. McGill shares the moment they realised they wanted to be an author

Plus find out how they turned a university project into a debut novel.

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I Look Forward to Hearing From You book club questions

A satirical, madcap roller-coaster ride through Hollywood to read with your book club.

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Nick Bhasin intended to write a memoir. Here’s how it became his debut novel instead

Plus find out why he loves David Sedaris and what inspired him to become a writer.

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Emma Törzs shares why she's happy that her first novel was never published

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 letter to readers from the author of The Interpreter

Brooke Robinson shares how one article inspired her debut novel.

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A debut author’s insight on awards, genre and the publishing process

Darcy Tindale shares how submitting her writing to awards helped get her debut novel published.

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The unlikely way Kate Dramis found her literary agent

We asked debut author Kate Dramis about the publication of her first novel, The Curse of Saints. Read about her ‘fairy-tale’ submission experience, how she came up with the idea for the book and more.

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Notes on Her Colour book club questions

A story of motherhood, daughterhood, trauma, race, privilege, music and queerness to discuss with your book club.

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10 reasons why everyone should support debut authors

Find out why it’s so important to support authors upon the publication of their first book and meet a few of our 2023 debut authors.

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Anam book club questions

A meditation on home and belonging to read with your book club.

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How one literary award changed everything for André Dao

The debut author talks about his writing process and how reading inspired him to become a writer.

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What is a death doula?

Learn more about death doulas and discover the debut novel that shines a new light on what it means to live and die.

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Get ready for the debut novel that will leave you speechless

‘Chain-Gang All-Stars’ is shaping up to be one of the buzziest debuts of 2023. Learn more about it and see some of the rave reviews for Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah’s first novel.

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The Collected Regrets of Clover book club questions

A life-affirming novel to read with your book club.

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Staff picks: 'Our Hideous Progeny'

Melissa Jacks, a metadata optimisation executive at Penguin Random House AU, shares the supernatural story she’s loving lately.

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The flavours of Korean fried chicken, but made with tofu instead!

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The perfect 7-min eggs

The only prerequisite skill for preparing perfect 7-min eggs is a general knowledge of how to fill a pot with water.

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A Brazilian-inspired bowl that’s just as good as the ones they make at your favourite café.

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Brixton baked beans

Vegetarian-friendly baked beans with added depth thanks to pomegranate molasses.

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Avocado & egg toast

Alright, I might be from LA, and I also might have an avocado toast recipe in this book—truly the ultimate stereotype.

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Zucchini slice

If I had to name my most-cooked recipe, this would be it.

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Twice-baked three cheese soufflés

This is an impressive entree that can be made ahead, then finished off just before serving.

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Barramundi fillet with pineapple salsa

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Thai tuna salad

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Sicilian-style aubergine stew

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Sweet and smooth lemon tart - yum!

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Mouth-watering decadent donuts that you can make from scratch.

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Intense chocolate ice cream

Make your own chocolate ice cream, and make it intense.

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Easy peanut soba noodles

A simple yet flavourful noodle dish.

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Pasta Spirals

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Fresh pasta is easy. And the taste and mouthfeel are an experience unlike that of any boxed dry pasta you’ve had.

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Food for the Gods

An unorthodox, god-like dessert popularised in the 1900s.

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Creamy Mango Coconut Sago

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Mì Quảng (Turmeric Pork and Prawn Noodles)

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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Bluey and Bingo's guide to making Dad laugh

Bluey and Bingo share their guide for making Dad laugh this Father's Day.

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10 easy book week costumes

In need of some book week costume ideas? Look no further, these book week costumes are super simple and kid approved.

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How to make your own Ranger's Apprentice Cloak for book week and beyond!

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Everyone's got football fever!

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Bluey Pencil Toppers Activity

Follow along with Bluey to make your own pencil toppers

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We Are Matildas Colouring In

Celebrate football and the team spirit of the CommBank Matildas with this activity

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Bluey Mother's Day Queen's Crown

Follow along with Bluey and make mum a queen's crown for Mother's Day!

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Print and customise this Ranger’s Apprentice holiday card to share with your loved ones this year.

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ABC Pride activity pack

Celebrate pride in this wonderful activity pack.

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Find a word with Willa and Woof

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar's Very First Encyclopedia activity pack

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Bluey: Let's Get Spooky! Halloween Activity Pack

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Roald Dahl Story Day 2022 party pack

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