A life of prose

The New Wave of Australian Literature Australia presents people with nothing short of a pristine environment for both creativity and discovery. So… the fact that the country keeps some of the most vibrant voices going transcends pure luck. The good news is, there’ll be plenty new Australian books to read in 2025. Yep, we’ve been keeping those good juices flowing and Australian publishers have been busy pumping out one of our most impressive collections to date. And it’s true, each

Hello book lovers, readers, and even writers alike. Australian literature has been pumping out some absolute thumpers… world beaters in fact, for more than a century now. And with that said, it might be time for you to give the following 10 must read Australian books from 2025 a look. If not, you’re missing out on some absolute ripper reads, and every single book on this list deserves a spot on any Australian bookshelf. That said, I’ve gone and handpicked

Uncovering Hidden Narratives (2025 Guide) Think you know Aboriginal Australian historical literature? Think again. The story of this land wasn’t simply one of discovery. No, it was carefully crafted over millennia by Aboriginal peoples who used sophisticated techniques like firestick farming to shape ecosystems and manage resources with remarkable precision. I’ve spent years diving into Indigenous Australian Indigenous History Books, and what strikes me most is how these voices push far beyond the tired colonial tropes of convicts, and early