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Review – Unputdownable tale of deception, greed and betrayal
Joanna Jenkins' second novel is sure to delight. Set in a fictional small town community and dealing with many of the issues those on the land face today, the seemingly unrelated deaths of a teenager and a well-known farmer are the genesis of this, at times gruesome, crime thriller that will keep you guessing right to the end.
New release – The Bluff
Ruth Dawson has taken a break from big city law to fill in for a few months at a mate's small-town legal practice in Myddle. It's not what she's used to . . .
Review – Southern Highlands whodunit hits the right notes
Joan Sauers second novel begins with a missing man and his violin and takes readers on explorations of relationships, history and instrument-making in this whodunit that really strikes a chord against its moody backdrop. With many layers, sidesteps and subplots this one will keep readers guessing.
New release – Whisky Valley
After nearly being murdered last year, Rose McHugh battles anxiety as she uses her investigative skills to find her son’s best friend, a famous violinist who is missing along with his priceless violin.
Review – A guide to everything from getting ready, to going and what to eat en route
From one of the directors of the SBS's much-loved Bush Mechanics series, this book is sure to delight anyone planning to go bush.
New release – Batty's Bush Bible: How to do Australia
Driving around Australia is one of life’s biggest adventures, if you’re crazy enough to do it. But as anyone who has broken down on the Nullarbor can attest, it’s nerve-wracking to head out into the big red. David Batty knows how to get out of hairy situations because he’s wound up in a bunch himself. This bible is chock-full of yarns from David’s four decades as a film director in the most remote regions of Australia.
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Introducing Stringybark Publishing
As well as assisting authors to get their words into print since 2010 when they published their first anthology, The Umbrella's Shade, Stringybark Publishing runs short story competitions. The Stringybark Open Award 2025 results were announced in February and the publisher plans new competitions soon. Find anthologies of the best entries from previous competitions at the link below:
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Introducing Hawkeye Publishing
Hawkeye are an independent trade publishing house in Brisbane. All their books have been carefully selected from open submissions and agency referrals, refined by their editors, produced and published in-house. Some of their signed authors came to ther attention by short or long-listing in the Hawkeye Manuscript Development Prize. They look for manuscripts that will leave a lasting footprint on a reader’s heart and imagination. Aspiring authors, read Hawkeye titles to find your fit within their catalogue. Find Hawkeye books right here in the ARR.News Bookstore.
