Huge news this afternoon with the announcement that a new novel by Tim Winton will be published on 14 October 2013. “I’m delighted to be able to announce that on October 14 this year we will be publishing a new novel by Tim Winton, his first since the Miles Franklin Award-winning Breath, ” Ben Ball, Publishing Director, Penguin Books Australia revealed today. “Each new work from Tim... Read more
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Australia’s Favourite Novelist: The Countdown Continues
What a journey it’s been. From the hundreds of nominations, to the tens of thousands of votes, and here we are at the last day of the countdown to Australia’s Favourite Novelist. For those who are coming to the party a little late, here’s the story so far: So sit back and enjoy as the countdown towards Australia’s Favourite Novelist continues…. 10. Rachael Johns ... Read more
10 Australian books to read before you die – First Tuesday Book Club
The First Tuesday Bookclub on the ABC recently held a popular vote for the 10 Australian books to read before you die. We watched with bated breath as the list was released, and thought we’d share it with you it case you missed it. While there will be as much talk about the books not on the list as on it, it really is a great place to start with Australia novels. If there’s anything... Read more
A Special Signed and Numbered, 21st Anniversary, Limited Edition, Of Cloudstreet By Tim Winton
Last year, when we asked our customers to nominate The 50 Must Read Australian Novels, Tim Winton’s Cloudstreet was the most popular choice. In fact, Cloudstreet blitzed the field, winning by a country mile. That is why we believe this beautiful 21st anniversary, limited edition of Cloudstreet – signed by Tim Winton, himself – will sell out in a flash. Penguin Australia have o... Read more