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One of Australia’s most beloved historical fiction writers talks about bringing the past to life, and reading archives in French.

From Sydney Writers' Festival to Melbourne Writers Festival, regional events and more.

The murder is just the start of the mystery …

A change is as good as a holiday.

Read all about this year's best Australian books by women.

The actress is also an avid reader!

Plus, everything you need to know about the bestselling romance author.

Suspense and intrigue galore…

These timeless tales will inspire, educate, and delight…

Talk about page-turners…

And where to purchase them in Australia…

The best-selling romance writer reveals how she won legions of fans around the world and why a Happy Ever After is non-negotiable in her books.

And where to purchase them in Australia…

And why you should add them all to your reading list...

Ready to feel empowered?

The Weekly chats with psychotherapist-turned award-winning murder mystery writer Kate Kemp about her debut novel set-in suburban Canberra.

Get your romance fill on your commute to work or while getting your daily steps in.

In 2019, Geraldine Brooks’ husband passed away, suddenly, shockingly. Now, the much-loved and award-winning author bares her soul in a new memoir, and in this exclusive interview with The Weekly.

Di Morrissey, beloved Australian author, reflects on a life of unexpected twists to rival her most intriguing plots.

This is her first foray into writing.

In case you want to read the stories that inspired the hit film franchise…

Treat yourself to a well-written classic…

The famed author asks what if Shakespeare was a woman...

Fresh pages…

All handpicked by The Weekly…

The Australian author recently died, aged 73.

Escape reality…

Twists and turns galore…

“Fear has never stopped me doing anything,” says Lynda La Plante, including writing a gripping, tell-all memoir and giving a sneak preview to The Weekly.

Five reasons to love romance books according to a romance writer. (And it's not just because of BookTok!)

The author has an impressive catalogue…

Beloved author Di Morrissey has just released her 30th novel, and the prolific writer has no intention of slowing down.

A young woman finally finds her voice.

We talk to the author and TV star about the art of turning life lessons into a work of fiction.

Escape our world for a while…

Get your prose on…

You’ll love these books almost as much as your kids will…

We chat with author Lainie Anderson.

Come for the cosy crime, stay for the immersive history lesson.

Talk about haunting AND gripping…

As the publishing house turns 50, we revisit the history of the romance juggernaut

All handpicked by The Weekly…

We chat with author Sophie Green.

Sometimes to find yourself, you have to get away from everything you know.

There’s a new Aussie rom com to fall in love with!

She’s called the Queen of Crime for a reason…

There's more than you may think...

He really is a master of storytelling…

Captivating reads for you to consider.

The renowned author speaks with The Weekly about creating convincing fiction, his research process and why he never plots his novels.

When a damaged young woman investigates a dark crime, she illuminates the mysteries of her past.

Immense yourself in rich storytelling.

All handpicked by The Weekly…

Read to your heart’s content…

Susannah Begbie lives and writes on Ngunnawal and Ngambri land. The Deed is set in Wiradjuri Country. She chats with The Weekly about balancing her dual careers of doctor and author, life on the land and how she started writing.

Four siblings must learn to work together like their livelihoods depend on it.

All handpicked by The Weekly...

A registrar in an acute psych ward hopes to qualify for a psychiatry training program, but can she resolve her own complicated history?

When looking for a word to describe the latest project from Melanie Lynskey, “harrowing” comes to mind. The prolific Kiwi actress is no stranger to creating impactful and thought-provoking characters. But in playing real-life author Heather Morris in the small-screen adaptation of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, she found herself smack bang in the centre of […]

And could she be the great Australian novelist?

All handpicked by The Weekly…

From colonialism critiques to psychological thrillers.

Frances Adams always believed she’d be murdered. She was right.

As well as where it's best to shop the Australian author's novels...

Sam Bloom had always wanted to share her love of Africa with her three boys and last Christmas, 10 years after the accident that left her in a wheelchair, that dream finally came true.

The Australian novels with The Weekly's seal of approval.

For when life gives you lemons.

A book could be the only prescription you need for better mental and physical health…

All handpicked by The Weekly…

For parents hoping to send their sons to an elite Sydney private school, gaining admission can be murder.

The author chats with The Weekly about competitive parenting, baking and the dark secrets hidden in Sydney’s beautiful beachfront suburbs.

A thoroughly modern murder mystery.

In conversation with The Busy Body author.

Looking for romance books that give you that warm and fuzzy feeling? Here are our book recommendations for this Valentine's Day (or any day!).

Carve yourself out a book-lover's haven.

Trent Dalton talks to The Weekly about revealing the most painful and beautiful moments of his childhood to a global audience.

This quintessentially Australian true crime story has captured the world's attention with hit Netflix documentary, Last Stop Larrimah. We speak to the two women who kickstarted it all.

From Prince Harry to Dolly Parton.

“Memories, light the corners of my mind…”

In her new illustrated memoir, the singer reveals her true self.

The best-selling author recounts in her own words some of her favourite memories and people from her time at The Australian Women's Weekly.

Australia's fastest-selling debut novel is coming to Netflix.

Plus news of new music from her.

"We should never lose visibility as women."

The highly anticipated adaptation of the bestselling novel, Lessons in Chemistry, has arrived. But if you still can’t get enough of Elizabeth Zott, there are many of other books that will spark joy.

He came back from concussion and a brain haemorrhage to an Olympic win. Now Owen Wright surfs the dizzy highs of love.

The best-selling author talks about love, children, and working with Meryl Streep.

From identity theft to stolen manuscripts...

''When only men get to tell the stories, can women's truth ever be heard?'' Here, women get to speak at last.

For every type of book worm.

The self-confessed 'Crap Housewife' has curated a must-have for any busy family!

Facing stress, anxiety and helplessness during the pandemic the former First Lady turned to knitting. She tells The Weekly how it helped and shares other lessons from her insightful new book.

For every type of book worm.

Because who doesn't love a good holiday read?

For every type of book worm.

''I would hope readers might find room to read their own story here.''

These are the books that will see you through summer.

''What would you do if you saw wrongs happening to other people?''

Because who doesn't love a good book?

''It's full of the many people and voices that make up our history.''