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Tim Minchin’s new book is perfect for anyone looking for an extra dose of wisdom. Drawn from three of Tim’s celebrated graduation speeches, this illustrated book will become a treasured reminder to embrace the ups and downs of life.

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A spy novel unlike any other

From the streets of 1960s London, an accidental spy is drawn into the shadows of espionage and obsession. Falling under the spell of an enigmatic MI6 handler, he becomes ‘her spy’. Amid peril and paranoia, the things closer to home will change his story most . . .

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The second book in the Red Thorne series

The follow-up to the dark, steamy vampire romance, Die For You, is here. Perfect for fans who love mysteries, morally grey heroes, enemies-to-lovers and Australian settings – this is one for your TBR list.

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A brief history of information from the Stone Age to AI

From the author of Sapiens comes the story of how information networks have made (and unmade) our world. Nexus explores information and our relationship with it, to shed light on how we might rediscover our shared humanity.

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Lucy Barton is back

The beloved characters from the beloved Lucy Barton series return as Bob Burgess, Lucy Barton and Olive Kitteridge’s lives intertwine. With themes of friendship, life and meaning overlaying a murder mystery, this novel is an unforgettable read – essential for any Elizabeth Strout fan.

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A must-read novel set in Venice

When the lives of four very different women become entangled in a boutique Venice hotel, dark secrets unravel. Not everyone who checked in will check out again. Perfect for fans of Nine Perfect Strangers and The White Lotus, this book belongs on your TBR list.

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Over 100 evocative, irresistible recipes

The first major cookbook since the era-defining Ottolenghi SIMPLE and Ottolenghi FLAVOUR comes this collection of inspiring recipes. Weaving memories of childhood and travel with flavour-forward food, this is comfort food, Ottolenghi style.

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In the dazzling world of fashion, Elle Macpherson is synonymous with elegance, grace and timeless beauty. Yet, behind her remarkable life, she has faced profound inner challenges.

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Live by intention, not impulse

Have you ever felt you’re lacking control over certain habits? Are you curious about the neuroscience behind addictive behaviours? By the end of this guide, Dr Hronis will help you feel empowered to make both pleasurable and purposeful choices for a rich and meaningful life.

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A delightful picture book from Zoë Foster Blake

What would YOU choose as the best present ever? A magical creature? A swimming pool filled with candy Or maybe your very own amusement park? Let your imagination soar with this heartwarming book about gift-giving.

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Anam named winner of the 2024 Prime Minister’s Literary Award for Fiction

Congratulations to author André Dao on this incredible honour.

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Your guide to some of the most prestigious literary prizes

Learn about some of the biggest literary prizes. These book awards are some of the world’s most celebrated, honouring both fiction and non-fiction reads.

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Books to read with your book club in spring 2024

These are the Penguin Random House books that over 80,000 book clubs voted as the best group reads this month.

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Get the inside scoop on the Northern Beaches Readers Festival

We caught up with Sandie Docker, author and founder of the Northern Beaches Readers Festival, to learn about the event and what readers can expect.

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Why Tess Woods always wanted to write a book set in Venice

Plus, find out how her unique writing routine differs from other authors.

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Look inside Kevin Saves the show

Sneak a peek inside Jacqueline Harvey’s new, hilarious picture book.

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Scar Town wins Book of the Year award for Younger Readers

The Children’s Book Council of Australia has named Tristan Bancks's novel as the Book of the Year for Younger Readers in 2024.

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20 questions with Scotty James about his new book

We asked Scotty James twenty questions to learn more about his book, MOOKi vs The Big Scary.

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Meet the real-life 'bookshop detectives'

We caught up with bestselling New Zealand authors Gareth and Louise Ward about their new book, The Bookshop Detectives.

Article
QUIZ: What should you read for International Cat Day?

Take this fun quiz to discover the perfect cat-centric book for you!

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The Two Doting Dads share what it was like to write a children’s book

We caught up with Matty J and Ash from Two Doting Dads to learn about their new book and get some parenting tips.

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See what real choir singers think of The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choir

20 choir singers joined a read-along for Sandie Docker’s new book. Here’s what they thought of it.

Book List
Sport books for kids

Check out great sport books for kids.

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Brooke Scobie and Jade Goodwin share the inspiration behind the Yarn Quest trilogy

Plus, learn what it was like transforming their podcast into book form, and find out which real life kids inspired the characters.

Fresh Voices

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Translations book club questions

A deeply moving novel to read with your book club.

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How a well-planned writing schedule helped Amanda Willimott write her debut novel

Plus, find out about the TV promo and historical case that inspired Winter of the Wolf.

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How Jumaana Abdu wrote her debut novel while finishing medical school

Plus, learn the backstory behind her book’s protagonist.

Book clubs
Jade and Emerald book club questions

A fierce, emotional, and nostalgic novel to read with your book club.

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Anna Johnston shares the real-life inspiration behind her debut novel

We caught up with Anna Johnston to learn more about The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife, her writing process, and which fictional character she’d most like to have dinner with.

Book clubs
The Little Clothes book club questions

A humorous, provocative and affectionate novel to read with your book club.

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Deborah Callaghan on writing routines and fictional worlds

The Little Clothes is a clever and affectionate novel from Deborah Callaghan. We caught up with the author to hear about her writing routine, the publishing process and more.

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Generate a husband

Generate a husband in honour of Holly Gramazio’s debut novel, The Husbands.

Book clubs
What I Would Do to You book club questions

A stunning, thought-provoking debut to read with your book club.

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Georgia Harper says she ‘ruined her mum’s fantasy’

Find out why Georgia Harper’s writing routine ruined her mum’s idyllic vision of a writerly life. Plus, learn about her love for Anne Rice and her unlucky skill for attracting strangers’ stories.

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Fun Fact: Sarah-Jane Collins wrote much of her debut novel in a bar

Sarah-Jane Collins shares how her background as a reporter inspired her to write her debut novel, Radiant Heat.

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Ferdia Lennon shares the Plutarch passage that inspired Glorious Exploits

Plus, find out why he taught himself to memorise an entire deck of cards while researching for the novel.

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How drama school inspired Chris MacDonald to write The Actor

Plus, learn about which fictional character he’d like to dine with and the musician he always turns to when singing karaoke.

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Jessica Bull shares how she entered Jane Austen’s world while writing her debut novel

She took up a few new hobbies, including horseback riding, sewing and Georgian dance.

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Lottie Hazell shares how she came up with the idea for Piglet

Plus, the cosy fictional world she’d most like to live in.

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An interview with Ela Lee about her debut novel, Jaded

We caught up with debut author Ela Lee to learn about how she made time for writing while working full-time, her ‘big break’ into publishing and more.

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Gareth Brown shares how a yearning to travel inspired The Book of Doors

Plus find out why he’d choose to live in Middle Earth and main difference between him and Hugh Jackman.

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How the characters from Abbey Lay’s Lead Us Not came to her in an imagined conversation

The debut author also shares the fictional character she’d most like to meet and why she loved Lemony Snicket’s writing as a child.

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Debut authors share what surprised them most about the publishing process

The Fresh Voices of 2023 look back on what they found most surprising when publishing their debut novels.

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Debut authors share their best tips for aspiring authors

The Fresh Voices of 2023 share their advice with fellow writers. Whether you’re aspiring to get your book published or looking for writing tips, these words of wisdom will help.

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The rare success of one author's open submission

An author and editor share the unique publication story of Amy Doak's debut novel, Eleanor Jones is Not a Murderer.

Book clubs
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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Black Forest Cupcakes

There’s something very European about a Black Forest gateau, and not just because it originates from Germany.

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Mattar Paneer (Peas and Paneer in Spiced Tomato Gravy)

Traditionally, roasted and crushed cashews are pureed with cooked onions and tomatoes to make the base for this comforting vegetarian dish.

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Sheet-pan Sausages and Brussels Sprouts with Honey Mustard

This hearty pan of sticky, honey mustard-glazed sausages, brussels sprouts and potatoes only adds to the argument that sheet-pan dinners make the best weeknight meals.

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Pesto Eggless Frittatas

Delicious vegan-friendly frittatas.

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Raspberry Fudge Brownies

I’ve never been one to overlook the magic that is the pairing of chocolate and raspberry.

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Fluffy Highland Cow

MOOOOOOOVE on over because the Fluffy Highland Cow has arrived!

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Blackberry and Star Anise Friands

These look splendid when iced – destined for top ranking on any tiered cake stand – but also work un-iced, in the cookie tin, for grabbing on a whim.

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Apple Crumble Bowls

Tender baked apples, a crunchy oat topping and a hit of cinnamon – these Apple Crumble Bowls make a delightfully healthy treat.

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Protein Berry Pancakes

Start your morning right with these pancakes, packed with nutrient-rich ingredients and juicy berries.

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Chicken Parmi, Chips and Salad

Elevate your dinner this healthy chicken Parmi, served with crispy golden chips and a fresh, vibrant salad for a satisfying and well-rounded meal.

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Farro with Blistered Tomatoes, Pesto and Spinach

This is an Italian-inspired recipe that uses store-bought or homemade pesto to season farro, which is then tossed with fresh spinach, roasted tomatoes, red onions and mozzarella for a complete vegetarian meal.

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Kimbap Rolls

This Korean lunch features kimbap rolls—fresh and vibrant ingredients encased in seaweed—a lunch my mom used to lovingly pack for me during my childhood.

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Cream Cheese-Stuffed French Toast Sticks

A decadent and mouth-watering lunchbox snack.

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Full English-American Breakfast

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

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Eggplant Rollatini

Eggplant gets a bad rap. I believe it's because of the emoji. We're throwing too much disrespect on the vegetable itself.

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Deconstructed Cottage Pie

A traditional tasty dish, deconstructed to fit perfectly in your lunchbox.

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Double Bacon LTs

This super simple recipe is something I like to think of as the ultimate BLT, like the Power Rangers morphing into a giant Megazord.

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Miso Walnut Double-Thick Chocolate-Chip Cookies

If you love your cookies chunky and perfectly gooey in the middle, Nicola Lamb's recipe for double-thick miso chocolate-chip cookies is your new go to. Packed with chunks of nuts and plenty of chocolate, these are the ultimate treat.

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Baked Lemon Custard Brûlée

If you're looking for a sophisticated dessert, look no further than Nicola Lamb's baked lemon custard brûlée, a rich and creamy lemon-spiked custard topped with crunchy caramelised sugar.

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Earl Grey Scones

Nicola Lamb's failsafe recipe for scones produces light, towering scones gently flavoured with Earl Grey. Serve with your favourite jam.

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18-Carat Laksa

If you have a glut of carrots that need using up, this filling and fragrant curried laksa uses a full kilo!

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Miso Butter Greens Pasta

The bright green of this buttery miso pasta sauce is thanks to the addition of a generous amount of cavolo nero, which imparts its unique bitter, tangy flavour to lift up this simple dish.

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Baked Butter Paneer

Kasoori methi, or dried fenugreek leaves, adds a touch of savoury nuttiness to the creamy tomato sauce of this easy one-pot baked paneer dish from Meera Sodha. A hearty vegetarian main course that is perfect for feeding a crowd.

Activities

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Penguin-shaped crossword

Check out this super fun Penguin-shaped crossword by Liam Runnalls, the author of Birdle.

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Taronga Activity Pack

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Taronga Word Search

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Peppa Pig activity pack

To celebrate the release of Peppa Pig: My Best Friend Peppa: 20th Anniversary Picture Book, we have a fun activity pack for a Peppa Party!

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Celebrate Father's Day this year with Bandit!

Learn how to draw Bluey and Bingo's dad, Bandit. Download this sheet and follow the simple steps to help you draw Dad.

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12 easy book week costumes

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

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The Space Between Activity Pack

Download your fun multi-page activity pack.

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MOOKI vs The Big Scary Word Search

Download a free activity pack!

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Yarn Quest colouring-in activity

Check out this fun Yarn Quest colouring-in activity.

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Yarn Quest character quiz

A super fun quiz to find out which Yarn Quest character you're most like.

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Willa and Woof: Camp Chaos maze activity

Help Willa find Woof with this fun maze activity!

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Detective Beans colouring-in activity

Check out this fun Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat colouring activity!

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Only The Astronauts creative writing project

Introduce students to a new form of narration with this activity inspired by Ceridwen Dovey’s new book, Only The Astronauts.

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Bluey Mother's Day colouring-in activity for the whole family!

Wackadoo! Unwind with this great colouring-in activity, just in time for Mother’s Day!

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Play and Grow with The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar on his adventures with these fun activities.

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Bluey Easter activity pack

Celebrate Easter with this free printable download.

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Countdown to Yesterday Word Search

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Emma Memma colouring-in activity

Colour in with Emma Memma!

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Chico the Schnauzer colouring activity

A fun colouring-in activity for dog lovers!

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Bluey Christmas Activity

Get in to the Christmas spirit with Bluey

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Say ‘happy holidays’ with this printable Ranger’s Apprentice card

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

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Print a free card for Grandparents’ Day

Celebrate Grandparents' Day with this free, printable card featuring Spot the dog.