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What’s on Michael Robotham’s Crime Bookshelf?
Books by Val McDermid, Donna Tartt, Gillian Flynn and more! Read more
We remember Peter Corris – The Godfather of Australian Crime Writing
Peter Corris The Godfather of Australian Crime Fiction by Robert O’Hearn It is with great sadness we farewell Peter Corris, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday night, aged 76. Described as “the Godfather of contemporary Australian crime-writing” Peter was one of Australia’s most prolific and talented authors, with 102 books to his name and a writing career of over 40 year... Read more
We remember acclaimed crime writer Peter Temple
Acclaimed crime writer Peter Temple has passed away at age 71. Read more
Countdown to Australia’s Favourite Novelist: 50-41 as voted by you
Booktopia would like to give a massive thanks again to everyone who has voted in to decide who is Australia’s Favourite Novelist. Without you we wouldn’t be able to have this celebration of outstanding Aussie Writers. The votes have been counted and we have our top 50, and it’s a wonderful list full of surprises. It reflects the diversity and vibrancy of Australian Literature ... Read more
I Reckon Guy Pearce was Awesome as Peter Temple’s Jack Irish – Have You Read the Books?
[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfRnjS7Khp8&rel=0] Bad Debts by Peter Temple Meet Jack Irish, criminal lawyer, debt collector, football lover, turf watcher, trainee cabinetmaker, and one of the best crime characters ever created. When Jack receives a puzzling message from a jailed ex-client he’s too deep in misery over Fitzroy’s latest loss to take much notice. Next thin... Read more