Australian Authors

Thursday 13 Mar, 2025

Jessica Townsend 2025 Book Tour

Meet Jessica Townsend as she tours Australia & New Zealand to promote Silverborn.

Wednesday 19 Feb, 2025

Hachette Australia to Publish Blake (Blakey) Johnston's SWELLBEING

Hachette Australia is thrilled to announce the upcoming publication of Blake’s book SWELLBEING (October 2025).

Tuesday 17 Oct, 2023

Start reading an exclusive extract from My Mother's Eyes

Start reading the Foreword from My Mother's Eyes by Shanelle Dawson & Alley Pascoe.

Friday 01 Sep, 2023

Read an excerpt from On the Voice to Parliament

Start reading On the Voice to Parliament, an essay on what a 'yes' vote in the Voice to Parliament referendum will mean and why it is so important for our nation.

Wednesday 08 Sep, 2021

Behind The Brumby Wars

Walkley Award-winning journalist Anthony Sharwood shares how a peaceful walk in the mountains led him into the heart of a culture war.

Wednesday 11 Aug, 2021

Best Children in Horror

Danielle Binks, author of 'The Monster of Her Age' shares some of her favourite childhood actors featured in classic horror movies.

Monday 22 Mar, 2021

Think You Know Health Facts From Fiction?

Test your knowledge on all things health and wellness with Dr. Brad Mckay.

Tuesday 12 Jan, 2021

Australian Fiction for Your Bookshelf

The finest in Australian fiction, these five impressive tomes will make a welcome addition to any bookworms reading pile.

Tuesday 11 Aug, 2020

Leading Ladies Down Under

5 Aussie Women Writers We’re Loving Right Now

Monday 20 Jul, 2020

Finding Inspiration | A letter from Kayte Nunn

Kayte Nunn, author of The Silk House, describes the inspiration behind her spellbinding gothic tale.

Wednesday 29 Apr, 2020

Summer Lovin’ had me Only Mostly Devastated

A modern day, queer retelling of Grease - it's the YA book you need right now!

Monday 20 Apr, 2020

Our Top Moments from TOP END WEDDING

The only thing we love better than a rom-com, is an Australian rom-com starring Miranda Tapsell!

Tuesday 24 Mar, 2020

Revelation by Sarah Ferguson and Tony Jones to be published by Hachette Australia

Acclaimed journalists and husband and wife, Sarah Ferguson and Tony Jones, team up for the first time in their multi-award-winning careers to write Revelation, the book behind the groundbreaking ABC TV series.

Monday 11 Feb, 2019

Hearties Review: The House of Second Chances

Get a sneak peek at the new Esther Campion romance with our review. (Plus learn how to join our book club)

Friday 26 Oct, 2018

Your chance to see Jessica Townsend on the Wundersmith Tour!

Meet Jessica Townsend as she celebrates the release of Wundersmith!

Tuesday 07 Aug, 2018

Love Your Bookshop Day: Why I Love Being a Bookseller

August 11 is Love Your Bookshop Day and we're celebrating by asking booksellers to tell us why they love their job!

Monday 30 Jul, 2018

Kayte Nunn's 5 Favourite Gardens

The author of THE BOTANIST'S DAUGHTER shares her Top 5 favourite gardens around the world.

Thursday 12 Jul, 2018

Pamela Hart's Historical Fiction List that will Have You Hibernating All Winter

Spend long winter days and nights being swept up in the drama of history with Pamela Hart's list of must-read Historical Fiction.

Wednesday 11 Jul, 2018

J.D. Barrett's Favourite Winter Comfort Foods

Everyone's got their go-to comfort food in winter, but if you're looking for something new here's big list of winter eating inspiration from the author of THE UPSIDE OF OVER, J.D. Barrett.

Wednesday 11 Jul, 2018

C.J. Duggan's Must-Go Winter Destination Recommendations

Whether it's to escape or embrace the winter - C.J. Duggan has a winter holiday spot for you!