Explainer: What are orphan works – and how would a proposed orphan works scheme affect publishing?
Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Clearing copyright permissions is an important – and sometimes complex – part of the publishing workflow. It's important of course to correctly cite (and compensate) the authors of works quoted...
Courtney Peppernell recommends
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
The last Australian book I read and loved was Black River by Ruby Jean Cottle. It’s deeply atmospheric and has a mystery and slow-burn tension that kept me turning pages....
Courtney Peppernell on “The Last Poem”
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Sydney-based poet Courtney Peppernell is known for her bestselling poetry collections, including Pillow Thoughts and Watering the Soul. Her debut novel, The Last Poem, marks a move into long-form narrative...
New year, new audio: New local literary podcasts in 2026
Wednesday, 14 January 2026
As booksellers breathe out in the wake of the peak season and many publishing workers return to their desks after summer office closures, a couple of new local literary podcasts...
JR Lonie on “The Woman in the Spotlight”
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Sydney-based author JR Lonie is best known for his debut novel, The Woman from Saint Germain (S&S), and for co-writing the feature film Kokoda. His latest novel, The Woman in...
JR Lonie recommends
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
There are too many novels to single out one, so let me tell you of my favourite Australian author, Patrick White, and which of his books is still my favourite....
Books from abroad: Overseas nonfiction titles, February to April 2026
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Food, personal growth and educational reads can all be found among the nonfiction titles arriving in Australia in 2026. Books+Publishing looks at some of the internationally authored titles on offer...
Books from abroad: Overseas fiction and poetry titles, February to April 2026
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Historical fiction, romance and fantasy: international fiction titles are foregrounding intriguing settings and worldbuilding. Books+Publishing (B+P) lists some of the international fiction titles – as well as one poetry collection...
Books from abroad: Overseas CYA titles, February to April 2026
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Some perennial favourite topics are set to arrive on our shores in the coming months: Books+Publishing shares new international CYA titles arriving in Australia in 2026, featuring plenty of fantasy...
Book Club – holiday reads
Friday, 12 December 2025
After fresh reads for Christmas or long summer days by the beach? Our bumper holiday Book Club brings together standout new releases and great titles from throughout the year that...
From Summer Reading for MPs to a new publishing house
Thursday, 11 December 2025
Readers and Writers Against the Genocide (RWAG) describes itself as “a community of readers and writers who believe in the power of literature to enable us to speak up and...
New Year 2026 preview: Poetry
Wednesday, 10 December 2025
As 2026 approaches, publishers highlight forthcoming poetry collections to look out for. Among the year’s poetic offerings, readers can expect anything from literal “deep dives” to nuanced explorations of identity...
New Year 2026 preview: Fiction
Wednesday, 10 December 2025
As 2026 approaches, publishers highlight forthcoming adult fiction titles to look out for – from stories of selkies to vampire romances. Books+Publishing (B+P) shares titles publishers are excited about. B+P’s...
Junior Book Club – holiday reads
Friday, 5 December 2025
On the hunt for great books to share with kids? Our bumper Junior Book Club holiday edition rounds up new releases for the month and top picks from the past...
New year 2026 preview: CYA
Wednesday, 3 December 2025
As 2026 approaches, publishers highlight forthcoming children’s and young adult titles to look out for – from teen pregnancy within prejudiced towns to the study of clouds in beautiful picture books. Books+Publishing (B+P) shares titles...
Amplify Bookstore 5 years in: “a little beyond ourselves”
Monday, 1 December 2025
Amplify Bookstore specialises in books by Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) writers. Beginning as an online-only retailer, the bookstore made its first physical roots in 2024, with a...
Meanjin was closed – but new Australian literary journals are springing up around the country
Thursday, 27 November 2025
Amid the dismay over the closure of the long-established Meanjin, Alice Grundy surveys promising developments in this article for the Conversation. Grundy is a Visiting Fellow in the School of...
Blue Mountains Writers’ Festival: “Stories of connection, freedom and family”
Thursday, 27 November 2025
The 2025 Blue Mountains Writers’ Festival ran from 31 October to 2 November in Katoomba, with the theme “A Path to Wonder”. This year also marked the first iteration of...
New year 2026 preview: Nonfiction
Wednesday, 26 November 2025
As we head towards 2026, publishers are preparing to send a wide array of new nonfiction titles for our bookshelves. Among the titles publishers are keen to highlight, booksellers and...
Publishers reaching across borders at Sharjah
Monday, 17 November 2025
Now in its 4th decade, the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) is the world’s third largest book fair, attracting hundreds of thousands of people. Earlier this month Upswell publisher Terri-ann...
Book Club – this month’s reads
Friday, 14 November 2025
Looking for your next great group read? Our monthly Book Club rounds up new release titles that are perfect for sparking conversation and perhaps even some debate. From compelling fiction to...
CWF: Casual in the capital
Wednesday, 12 November 2025
The 9th Canberra Writers Festival (CWF) ran from 22 to 26 October – the first under the current programming team of CEO Travis Green, artistic director Andra Putnis and artistic...
Kay Kerr recommends
Tuesday, 11 November 2025
The last two Australian books I read and loved were Moonlight and Dust by Jasmin McGaughey – for the intrigue and lush, gorgeous writing, and Consider Yourself Kissed by Jessica...
Kay Kerr on “Might Cry Later”
Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Queensland-based author Kay Kerr made her debut with Please Don’t Hug Me (Text, 2020), followed by Social Queue (Text, 2021). Her latest release, Might Cry Later (Macmillan, November), marks her...
The Bookshop opens in Colac
Monday, 10 November 2025
Recently, The Bookshop opened in the Victorian town of Colac. Owner Kris Seabert spoke with Books+Publishing about his vision for the shop. Why did you decide to open a bookshop? Do...
Junior Book Club – this month’s reads
Friday, 7 November 2025
Searching for your next great read to share with kids? Our Junior Book Club highlights 10 new titles each month that are perfect for classrooms, libraries and family reading time....
ISNI: A global standard for identifying creators
Thursday, 6 November 2025
The ISNI is performing a growing role for authors, publishers, librarians and other creative organisations. Australian ISBN Agency representative Andrew Wrathall reports on the ISNI session at September’s International ISBN...
Unique paths, different viewpoints: 2025 Open Book intern Olivia De La Mare
Wednesday, 5 November 2025
First run as a pilot program offering 2 internships in 2022, the Open Book paid internship program is a joint sector initiative that aims to foster cultural and linguistic diversity...
Dublin Central Library: Being curious is essential to the librarian’s role
Thursday, 30 October 2025
With libraries, their work, and free access to information under increasing threat around the world, B+P and the Melbourne UNESCO City of Literature Office reached out to libraries in other designated cities of...
BWF wrap up: Generous storytelling
Wednesday, 29 October 2025
This year, the Brisbane Writers Festival (BWF) ran from 9 to 12 October in its new venue, the Brisbane Powerhouse. Over 100 live events were organised with more than 200...
